Joey Lawrence

Joey Lawrence, born Joseph Lawrence Mignogna Jr. on April 20, 1976, is an American actor, musician, singer-songwriter, record producer, podcaster, and game show host. He gained prominence as a child star in the early 1980s and is well-known for his roles in popular TV shows. Lawrence portrayed Joey Russo in Blossom and Joe Longo in Melissa & Joey. He also appeared in Gimme a Break! from 1983 to 1987 and starred alongside his real-life brothers Matthew and Andrew in Brotherly Love. Additionally, Lawrence has had film roles in Summer Rental (1985) and Oliver & Company (1988). Born and raised in Abington, Pennsylvania, Lawrence attended Abington Friends School before launching his successful career.