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Here's where you might recognize the cast of NBC's new comedy 'Grand Crew' from

Here's where you might recognize the cast of NBC's new comedy 'Grand Crew' from
The characters on "Grand Crew" are always supporting each other.Justin Lubin/NBC/NBCU Photo Bank via Getty Images
  • "Grand Crew" is a heartfelt comedy from NBC that premiered December 14, 2021.
  • It was created by "Insecure" alum Phil Augusta Jackson.

"Grand Crew" is an NBC comedy that is the perfect blend of messy and Malbec.

"Grand Crew" is an NBC comedy that is the perfect blend of messy and Malbec.
The cast of "Grand Crew."      Elizabeth Morris/NBC/NBCU Photo Bank via Getty Images

Created by "Insecure" and "Brooklyn Nine-Nine" writer Phil Augusta Jackson, it follows a group of friends in Los Angeles fleeing from their favorite watering hole to a local wine bar after a breakup gone wrong.

The show touches on topics like casual sex, self care, and cryptocurrency with waves of humor.

Grasie Mercedes, who plays Fay, has appeared on several Showtime shows.

Grasie Mercedes, who plays Fay, has appeared on several Showtime shows.
Fay works at the wine bar where the crew hangs out on the show.      Photo by: Elizabeth Morris/NBC

Mercedes had roles on Freeform's "Good Trouble," FOX's "9-1-1," Showtime's "Masters of Sex" and "The Affair," TNT's "Southland," and CBS' "Criminal Minds" before joining the cast of "Grand Crew."

On the NBC comedy, she plays a free-spirited server at the wine bar who bonds with Nicky before crushing on another member of the crew.

Aaron Jennings, who plays Anthony, previously starred as Dr. Malik Verlaine on "Pure Genius."

Aaron Jennings, who plays Anthony, previously starred as Dr. Malik Verlaine on "Pure Genius."
Jennings' character Anthony Holmes celebrated a major win during episode three, called "Wine & Fire."      Photo by: Elizabeth Morris/NBC

Before becoming an uptight accountant with NSFW dance moves, Jennings also appeared in HBO's "Insecure," Tyler Perry's "Meet the Browns," the CBS procedural "NCIS," "Bones" on FOX, and TNT's "Rizzoli & Isles."

Nicole Byer, who plays Nicky Koles, is a sought after host and comedienne.

Nicole Byer, who plays Nicky Koles, is a sought after host and comedienne.
Nicole Byer’s character Nicky Koles is always running a silly scheme.      Photo by: Elizabeth Morris/NBC

Before she was playing a zany real-estate agent with a messy streak, Byer built a strong career in comedy.

She was on MTV's "Girl Code," hosted several comedic podcasts, and appeared on series including ABC's "Home Economics," NBC's "30 Rock," and the TBS show "Angie Tribeca."

Byer may be best known for hosting the reality baking competition series "Nailed It!" She's also voiced characters on "The Simpsons," "Family Guy," "American Dad!." "BoJack Horseman," and the "Rugrats" reboot.

Echo Kellum, who plays Noah Koles, was on The CW's "Arrow."

Echo Kellum, who plays Noah Koles, was on The CW
Kellum's character Noah Koles is the hopeless romantic in the group.      Photo by: Elizabeth Morris/NBC

Before he was playing a proud rom-com addict, Kellum was on NBC's "Sean Saves the World." Quibi's "The Fugitive", FXX's "You're the Worst" and "Star Trek: Lower Decks." But he's best known for his recurring role on "Arrow."

Carl Tart, who plays Sherm, was once in an R&B star's video.

Carl Tart, who plays Sherm, was once in an R&B star
Tart's character Sherm is always supporting his friends.      Photo by: Elizabeth Morris/NBC

According to his IMDB page, Tart was featured in an unaired Mary J. Blige video on his path to securing a recurring role on the small screen.

He's also appeared in small roles in the TV adaptation of "Minority Report" on FOX, Disney Channel's "Girl Meets World," E!'s "Hashtaggers," Prime Video's "Transparent," and IFC's "Comedy Bang! Bang!."

Justin Cunningham, who plays Wyatt, portrayed one of the exonerated "Central Park Five."

Justin Cunningham, who plays Wyatt, portrayed one of the exonerated "Central Park Five."
Justin Cunningham plays Wyatt an emerging artist and beloved husband.      Photo by: Casey Durkin/NBC

Cunningham played the adult version of Kevin Richardson, one of five Black and Latino young men who were exonerated after being wrongly convincted of assaulting a woman in New York City's Central Park, in Ava DuVernay's acclaimed Netflix miniseries "When They See Us."

He also had roles on CBS' "Blue Bloods" and HBO's "Succession."

Maya Lynne Robinson, who plays Kristen Fields, was in the "Roseanne" universe.

Maya Lynne Robinson, who plays Kristen Fields, was in the "Roseanne" universe.
Maya Lynne Robinson and Justin Cunningham in character as Wyatt and Kristen on "Grand Crew."      Elizabeth Morris/NBC

Maya Lynne Robinson most notably played D.J. Conner's wife on ABC's "Roseanne" reboot "The Conners" prior to starring in "Grand Crew."

She's also had roles on the CBS shows "The Unicorn" and "Mom." Now, she is one half of the competitive couple that the crew loves to roll their eyes at.

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