Denise Dowse Director And Actress Of Beverly Hills 90210 Has Died At The Age Of 64.

She also announced her sister’s death on the actress’ Instagram account, remembering her as a champion of African-American theater who was also dedicated to sharing the profession with children. Dowse performed and directed for the Negro Ensemble Company and directed plays for the Amazing Grace Conservatory, a theater training program for inner-city youth. Dowse was best known for her role as Mrs. Yvonne Teasley on the hit series “Beverly Hills, 90210” and recently appeared on the HBO sitcom “Insecure” as Molly Carter’s (Yvonne Orji) therapist. In addition to acting roles in dozens of films and television series, Dowse has also directed films, including “Remember Me: The Mahalia Jackson Story,” which premiered in April at the Pan African Film Festival. “I’m so proud to have been her sister,” Tracey Dowse told CNN. “He lit up the stage and the screen. He knew how to dance through life and see the joy. Something we can all learn from.” Dowse’s manager, Sandra Siegal of the Siegal Company, remembered her client and friend in a statement Sunday. “I am devastated at the loss of our extremely talented, beautiful, elegant, eloquent and beloved Denise, who I have had the pleasure and blessing of managing and working with in her career for over 25 years, as well as a personal friendship. I am at a loss , but I have gained so much from her knowledge. Denise’s legacy and memory will live on forever because she truly touched so many,” Segal said. Throughout her decades-long career, Dowse appeared in numerous television series, including “Charmed,” “Girlfriends,” “The West Wing,” and “Law and Order.” She also landed roles in movies like “Pleasantville” and “Requiem for a Dream,” according to her IMDB profile.