New edition where are they now
You're referring to the popular "Where Are They Now?" segments that were a staple of many TV shows, including the "New Edition" series!
For those who may not know, New Edition was a legendary R&B boy band that rose to fame in the 1980s and 1990s. The group consisted of Bobby Brown, Ricky Bell, Michael Bivins, Ronnie DeVoe, Johnny Gill, and Ralph Tresvant.
Over the years, the group went through various lineup changes, with some members pursuing solo careers while others continued to perform and record music together. Here's a brief update on where some of the original members are now:
- Bobby Brown: After leaving New Edition, Bobby Brown pursued a successful solo music career, releasing several albums and singles, including the hit song "My Prerogative." He has also appeared in various TV shows and films, including "The New Edition Story" and "The Bobby Brown Story." Brown has been open about his struggles with addiction and has written a memoir about his life.
- Ricky Bell: Ricky Bell has continued to perform and record music with New Edition, as well as with his own group, Bell Biv DeVoe. He has also released solo music and has appeared in various TV shows and films.
- Michael Bivins: Michael Bivins has also continued to perform and record music with New Edition and Bell Biv DeVoe. He has also released solo music and has appeared in various TV shows and films.
- Ronnie DeVoe: Ronnie DeVoe has continued to perform and record music with New Edition and Bell Biv DeVoe. He has also released solo music and has appeared in various TV shows and films.
- Johnny Gill: Johnny Gill joined New Edition in the late 1980s and has been a member of the group ever since. He has also released solo music and has appeared in various TV shows and films.
- Ralph Tresvant: Ralph Tresvant has continued to perform and record music with New Edition. He has also released solo music and has appeared in various TV shows and films.
As for the other original members of New Edition, Bobby Brown's brother, Jackie Brown, passed away in 2000. The group's original manager, Brooke Payne, passed away in 2011.
In recent years, New Edition has reunited for various performances and projects, including a 2017 tour and a 2020 performance at the BET Awards. The group's music has also been featured in various TV shows and films, including the popular TV series "Empire" and the film "The Best Man Holiday."