Quinta Brunson shares the valuable lessons on work discipline from the teacher who inspired ‘Abbott Elementary’

LOS ANGELES — In Los Angeles, Quinta Brunson, the star and creator of “Abbott Elementary,” marked the season finale at the Academy Museum of Motion Pictures. Reflecting on the success of the comedy series, the Emmy-winning actress expressed her gratitude, stating, “I’m so honored. It’s wonderful to have people this involved with the show four seasons in. It’s not easy to do. It’s a testament to my crew, my writers, my cast, my show. I’m just so happy that we’re able to continue churning out the good stuff and that people still want it.”

Based on her 6th grade teacher, Ms. Joyce Abbott from Philadelphia, the hit series has a personal connection for Quinta Brunson. Challynne Luckette, a former student of Ms. Abbott and now an ABC7 audience engagement intern, attended the event for the season four finale. Luckette asked Quinta about her experience with Ms. Abbott, to which Quinta shared, “I’ve always kind of talked about how I learned the beauty of selling from her. And the beauty of showing up, not being scared. That was all Ms. Abbott. She really was such a confidence builder. I don’t think I’d be here today without her.”

Recalling Ms. Abbott’s impact, Brunson highlighted her teacher’s focus on positive affirmations, saying, “Her whole thing was just positive affirmations. She didn’t let any of her students feel bad about themselves and that alone, you need that at that age in 6th grade. That was her whole vibe.”

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