But since her 1988 ‘bark like a dog/hop on one leg’ lines, she’s made a helluva name for herself in many roles, including her more recent ones on Bounce TV’s Saints & Sinners, and the hit Showtime series, Shameless.

The thing that is probably most intriguing to many of her fans is that the beautiful Ms. Calloway has just turned 60 on March 20th (2017) and damn near looks the exact same as she did in ’88.

As a breast cancer survivor, Vanessa is an inspiration to many and she’s also thankful for the years she’s been blessed with thus far. So thankful in fact, that she threw a big star studded birthday bash surrounded by her husband of  28 years, Dr. Anthony Calloway, their two gorgeous daughters, Ally and Ashley, and lots of love from family and friends.

The Most Beautiful 60th B-Day Tribute For Vanessa Was A Dance With Her Daughters

The thing that made many a lil’ misty eyed was when Vanessa and her two girls (all three of them are trained dancers) debuted their 60th birthday dance video to the world. In the video, they did a very touching choreographed dance to Regina Belle’s “If I Could.” Vanessa once again proved that she is an ageless beauty…especially when she slid down into a full suicide split like nobody’s business!

The love displayed in their video was very prevalent and also a reminder of just how far Vanessa has come in her life and with her health…

Photos Of Vanessa’s Star Studded 60th Birthday Bash

Many people showed up to Vanessa’s 60th b-day bash to shower her with love. We’ve included some of the pics below…

Vanessa and her husband of 28 years, Dr. Anthony Calloway…

https://www.instagram.com/p/BR3ckhzjcjX/?taken-by=vanessabellcalloway&hl=en

Vanessa with she and Anthony’s daughters, Ashley and Ally…

https://www.instagram.com/p/BR3dhsIjC7h/?taken-by=vanessabellcalloway&hl=en

Who knew Vanessa’s best friend of 29 YEARS is former The View host, attorney Star Jones?

https://www.instagram.com/p/BSCDoeSjNMk/?taken-by=vanessabellcalloway&hl=en

Tina Knowles-Lawson shared some pics from her friend, Vanessa’s 60th bday as well…

https://www.instagram.com/p/BRz_graBW-n/?taken-by=mstinalawson

Actor Richard Lawson with his wife, Tina; Glynn Turman and his wife, Jo-Ann; Vanessa and her husband, Anthony…actress, Kim Whitley, is in the back…

https://www.instagram.com/p/BR2L01PBu4c/?taken-by=mstinalawson

And we now know why Vanessa Bell Calloway is aging like fine wine…she gets it from her Momma! Check out her mother, hangin’ with Tina and the lovely Vivica Fox at the 60th b-day bash…

https://www.instagram.com/p/BRz__gYhEay/?taken-by=mstinalawson

A Few Fun Facts about Vanessa and Tim’s daughters:

In case you missed our prior report about Ashley and Alexandra Calloway, the daughthers of Vanessa and Dr. Anthony Calloway, here are a few facts about them: They are in their early 20’s and both are graduated from Spelman College in Atlanta- Ashley graduated in 2012 and Ally in 2016. The three Calloway ladies are also sorors…they can now officially give the classic ‘skeewee’ greeting to each other as Alpha Kappa Alpha ladies.  Lastly, they have a very tight knit relationship with their parents, which is always a beautiful thing to see.

We wish Vanessa Bell Calloway many more birthdays in the years to come. Mrs. Calloway, you’re lookin’ good Mama…thanks for inspiring so many!

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On Wednesday (3-15-17), Eddie’s official Twitter account posted a simple message with a Coming To America photo of Vanessa Ball Calloway as “Princess Imani.” The photo was caption, “Coming To America Sequel?”

It was only a matter of hours before Eddie’s tweet went viral. Everybody and their Mommas started assuming, hoping, and/or questioning whether or not a Coming To America part two was about to hit theaters. The tweet became a trending topic all over social media, but Eddie stayed true to his super private form and didn’t speak out to confirm, nor deny the rumors.

After the tweet spread like wildfire, Eddie’s entire Twitter account did a disappearing act.

Sequel Confirmed?

TMZ then reported that Murphy is, in fact, shooting a sequel to the film soon:

Via TMZ: Sources close to Eddie tell us he’s in the early writing stages of the project. No word yet on which original cast members would return because he’s still tinkering with the plot. So, it really could happen.

Bria Murphy Shares Comical Message From Eddie About His Tweet

But now his daughter has raised more suspicion that maybe there will be no sequel after all, after she revealed one truth about her Dad’s Twitter account. When Bria posted the hilarious text convo’ she had with her Pops about the frenzy surrounding his viral tweet, it seems that we’re back to square one – with no confirmation, nor denial from Murphy’s camp. Check out Bria’s Instagram message below…

https://www.instagram.com/p/BRunjbvh68Q/?taken-by=bria_murphy&hl=en

bria_murphy: “When your dad doesn’t even realize he has a twitter account. 😭❤️”

Vanessa Bell Calloway Has A Message For Eddie Though

There is one actress who is all for a Coming To America sequel and that is Vanessa Bell Calloway a.k.a. Princess ‘Whatever it is that you like.’ She expressed her approval in the video below and she said she’s already got a replica of her dress made, so all Eddie’s gotta do is say the word…

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RTZJNkEdxhU

Attention Eddie Murphy: In the spirit of ‘Grandma Clump,’ your fans have two words for you about releasing a new Coming To America movie: “C’mon Cleatus!”

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Vanessa Bell Calloway!

Vanessa Bell Calloway- the actress who forever left an hilarious impression on us when she played the beautiful African ‘bride’ who ‘barked like a dog’ for “Hakeem” (Eddie Murphy) in “Coming To America”-  is the mother of Ashley and Alexandra Calloway.

Vanessa’s daughters are the products of her marriage to her husband of 30 years. Below is a throwback photo of Vanessa celebrating their then 28th year of marriage…

If you follow Vanessa on social media, you’ll know she loves her husband, Dr. Tony Calloway, and daughters to pieces. She often shares photos of her beautiful family, doting on her loving husband and gorgeous daughters.

But, there’s something many fans may not know about Vanessa. She’s battled a major health scare that could have been potentially fatal.

For those who don’t know, Vanessa Bell Calloway overcame breast cancer. During an interview with Ebony magazine, the 61-year-old actress shared details about her bout with breast cancer in a compelling blog post. Due to fairly grim margins, doctors suggested Vanessa undergo a mastectomy. Needless to say, the news was devastating.

In the blog post, she shared her reaction to the disheartening news. He informed me that I had heard correctly,” she said of her doctor. “I was hysterical. I was crying in the back of the store, beating my hands on the ground. I was so shaken up that my girlfriend had to pick me up and take me home after my beautician finished styling my hair.”

However, she refused to let it get the best of her…

Vanessa Bell Calloway has been cancer-free for seven years now. After conquering one of the biggest battles of her life, Vanessa explained how imperative it is for everyone to get regular checkups and to never take life for granted. “Don’t take life for granted. Take care of yourself. Before I became sick, I had always believed in doctors. I married one. Anthony is an anesthesiologist. I’ve never missed my annual check ups.

We have a lot of different parts that work in a lot different ways. Instead of being of the old generation when you don’t go to the doctor because of fear or mistrust, become an active participant in your own health. It’s nice to walk around without skepticism. I wake up everyday worry-free. I forget I even had cancer sometimes, because I’m so entrenched in the goodness of life. It’s a gift.”

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SHARI AND VANESSA ARE BANGIN’ IN THEIR “COMING TO AMERICA” OUTFITS

The most impressive part of it all was that they don’t look like they’ve hardly aged since 1988! Check them out…

IS IT 1988 OR 2016? SHARI, VANESSA & STEVE HARVEY RECREATE COMING TO AMERICA

Shari and Vanessa appeared on Steve Harvey’s show to reminisce about “Coming To America” for Steve’s Halloween tribute. Of course Mr. Harvey had to get in on the action, so to make the vibe complete, he dressed as “King Jaffe Joffer” (James Earl Jones’ character).

Do you see how beautiful Shari (52) and Vanessa (59) look though? It’s like they stepped into a “Back To The Future” time machine or something!

Here’s a little old school fun fact, Shari and Vanessa have been good friends ever since working together on “Coming To America.”

Great…now we won’t be able to get Vanessa’s cute barking sounds out of our heads for the rest of the day. Remember when Eddie Murphy told her to hop on one leg and bark like a dog in the movie? That scene had everybody crackin’ up!

Prince Akeem (Eddie): What do YOU like to do?
Princess Imani (Vanessa): Whatever it is that you like…
Akeem: Are you saying that no matter what I tell you to do, you will do?
Imani: Yes your Heiness.
Akeem: Bark like a dog.
Imani: Arf, arf, arf, arf!
Akeem: A big dog.
Imani: Woof, woof, woof, woof…!
Akeem: Hop on one leg….make a noise like an orangutan.
Imani: Ooo, ooo, ooo, ooo, ooo…

WATCH CLASSIC ‘BARK LIKE A BIG DOG’ SCENE

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