Lisa McDowell — Coming to America Character Profile

Lisa McDowell - Coming to America

About Lisa McDowell

Ambitious college student who becomes Akeem's true love.

Lisa McDowell — Character Profile

Alignment: Hero
Species: Human
Abilities: Academic excellence, Emotional intelligence, Independence, Leadership

Strength: 5/10
Intelligence: 8.5/10
Charisma: 9/10
Morality: 9/10
Influence: 7/10

Character Facts

Played by: Shari Headley
Appears in: Coming to America (1988)
Role: Supporting

Relationships (2)

Lisa McDowell — Romantic Interest — Prince Akeem / Clarence / Randy Watson / Saul (Eddie Murphy)
Immediate attraction based on shared values and independence.
Lisa McDowell — Romantic Unwanted Fiancé — Darryl Jenks (Eriq La Salle)
Forced romantic commitment that lacks mutual consent or affection.

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