Cousin Skeeter

Cousin Skeeter
File:CousinSkeeterLogo.gif The Cousin Skeeter logo.
Created by	Alonzo Brown
Starring	Bill Bellamy Robert Ri'chard Meagan Good Rondell Sheridan
Country of origin	United States
No. of seasons	3
No. of episodes	60 Episodes, 1 TV Movie
Production
Executive producers	Brad Kaaya Brian Robbins Jerry Perzigian
Running time	30 minutes
Original release
Network	Nickelodeon
Release	September 1, 1998 – May 19, 2003

Cousin Skeeter is a comedy television show which ran on Nickelodeon from 1998 to 2003. It starred Robert Ri'chard as Bobby, a young boy, whose life is flipped turned upside down when his strange cousin Skeeter comes to live with his family. With Skeeter's help, Bobby learns life lessons and tackles the general ups and downs of growing up. The show also included Meagan Good as Bobby's "girlfriend" Nina, Rondell Sheridan as Bobby's father Andre, and Angela Means as Bobby's mother Vanessa. Skeeter is portrayed by a puppet with Bill Bellamy providing his voice. Within the show, Skeeter is treated like a regular human and no mention of him being a puppet is made. In 1999, Cousin Skeeter toys were also featured in the Kids Meal at Burger King. Currently, there are no plans for a DVD release of the series, or the tv movie "New Kids On The Planet".

The show's theme song is an alternate version of 702's 1997 hit "Steelo", written by Missy Elliott.

Main Characters

Skeeter-One of two main character of the series (who is actually portrayed by a puppet and voiced by Bill Bellamy), that moves in with his cousin Bobby. He is a loudmouthed, impulsive and reckless womanizer who spends each episode getting Bobby into trouble, only to miraculously get him out at the end. Skeeter is also friends with several notable celebrities, including Michael Jordan, MC Lyte (whose life he apparently saved) and Dennis Rodman. He is usually never quick to anger unless someone remarks on his extreme shortness, which causes him to fly into a rage.

Bobby-Another main character. He appears in many of the episodes along with Skeeter.

Nina-Bobby's best friend. She and Bobby seem to have a crush on each other.

Nichole- A female (puppet character) similar to skeeter but with more class and manners, appeared as a new student in the second season and quickly became friends with Nina. She is voiced by Tisha Campbell

Duke-Appeared in the 1st and 2nd season of the series. Duke is Bobby's pal and appears in several episodes. Duke sometimes talks to Skeeter on occasion.

Vanessa-Bobby's mom, who generally appears with her husband, Andre.

Andre-Bobby's dad, who generally appears with his wife, Vanessa. Andre seems to appear in more episodes than Vanessa.

Geoff-Bobby's white friend from school, who always seems to be a bad role model for the boys. he questions authority.

Cancellation

The series started from 1998 and was cancelled in 2001. Nickelodeon kept the show on air until 2003. Nickelodeon cancelled the series for unknown reasons, although many fans believe it was cancelled because many of the cast members had conflicting roles in movies. The cancellation could have also been an attempt to refresh the Nickelodeon lineup.

Episode List

Season 1 (1998-1999)

1. A Family Thing - (Originally Aired 9/1/1998)
2. Skeeter's Toy Story - (Originally Aired 9/3/1998)
3. Air Skeeter (Originally Aired 9/8/1998)
4. My Dinner Without Andre - (Originally Aired 9/10/1998)
5. Tyrannosaurus Wrecked - (Originally Aired 9/15/1998)
6. Cirque Du Skeeter - (Originally Aired 9/17/1998)
7. Mo' Skeeter Blues - (Originally Aired 9/24/1998)
8. Skeeter's House Of Style - (Originally Aired 9/29/1998)
9. Doctor Skeeter - (Originally Aired 10/8/1998)
10. Blast From The Past - (Originally Aired 10/10/1998)
11. Skeeter's Help-A-Thon - (Originally Aired 10/15/1998)
12. Haunted House Of Blues - (Originally Aired 10/27/1998)
13. The Bother Of The Bride - (Originally Aired 11/12/1998)
14. Apocalypse Skeeter - (Originally Aired 12/1/1998)
15. Miracle On 32nd Skeet - (Originally Aired 12/17/1998)
16. Skeeter Stays - (Originally Aired 3/16/1999)
17. Skeeter's Suplex - (Originally Aired 3/18/1999)
18. Choir Boyz - (Originally Aired 3/25/1999)
19. Side Show Skeeter - (Originally Aired 3/30/1999)
20. The Good Stuff - (Originally Aired 4/1/1999)

Season 2 (1999-2000)

1. Be Like Skeeter - (Originally Aired 8/17/1999)
2. Dirty Laundry - (Originally Aired 8/19/1999)
3. The Bicycle Thief - (Originally Aired 8/24/1999)
4. Take Me Out To The Ballgame - (Originally Aired 8/26/1999)
5. Jezebel - (Originally Aired 8/31/1999)
6. Out Of Control - (Originally Aired 9/2/1999)
7. Not So Great Outdoors - (Originally Aired 9/7/1999)
8. The Volcano - (Originally Aired 9/9/1999)
9. Two Men And A Baby Pig - (Originally Aired 9/14/1999)
10. Unchained - (Originally Aired 9/16/1999)
11. Hoo, I'm Wild Wild West, Part 1 - (Originally Aired 9/18/1999)
12. Hoo, I'm Wild Wild West, Part 2 - (Originally Aired 9/18/1999)
13. Bowled Over - (Originally Aired 10/7/1999)
14. The Candidate - (Originally Aired 10/19/1999)
15. Where's Grandma? - (Originally Aired 2/1/2000)
16. April Foolish - (Originally Aired 4/1/2000)
17. Sugar Daddy - (Originally Aired 5/4/2000)
18. Car Wash - (Originally Aired 5/13/2000)
19. The Feminine Ms. Skeet - (Originally Aired 5/13/2000)
20. Gym Dandy - (Originally Aired 6/1/2000)
21. New Kids On The Planet, Part 1 - (Originally Aired 7/8/2000)
22. New Kids On The Planet, Part 2 - (Originally Aired 7/8/2000)
23. New Kids On The Planet, Part 3 - (Originally Aired 7/8/2000)

Season 3 (2002-2003)

1. Trading Places - (Originally Aired 9/21/2002)
2. Letter Loose - (Originally Aired 9/28/2002)
3. Little Mr. Big Man On Campus - (Originally Aired 10/5/2002)
4. Radio Daze - (Originally Aired 10/12/2002)
5. Bellboyz In The Hood - (Originally Aired 10/19/2002)
6. Night Of The Iguana - (Originally Aired 11/16/2002)
7. The Prince And The Putter - (Originally Aired 1/21/2003)
8. Coop Dreams - (Originally Aired 1/28/2003)
9. Skeeter Says - (Originally Aired 5/19/2003)

Cast

• Bill Bellamy as Skeeter (voice)
• Robert Ri'chard as Bobby
• Meagan Good as Nina
• Angela Means as Vanessa (voice)
• Rondell Sheridan as Andre (Bobby's Dad)
• Erik Audé as Duke
• Tisha Campbell as Nicole
• Veronica Alicino as the Nurse
• David LeBell as the Cowboy Wrestler

Guest Stars

• Kenan Thompson as Kenan Rockmore
• Kel Mitchell as Kel Kimble
• April Malina as Lataquanisha
• Dayna Price as Chelsea
• Leila Arcieri as Candy Member
• Jasper Cole as Donald
• Alex Solowitz as Basketball Player
• Lisa Lopes as Brenda
• Shaquille O'Neal as Himself in Air Skeeter
• Usher as Himself in Miracle On 32nd Skeet
• Paul Wight as himself

Nominations

• 1999

Young Artist Award nominated for best performance in a TV Drama or Comedy series - Leading Young Actor: Robert Ri'chard

• 1999

Outstanding Performance in a Youth or Children's Series/Special: Bill Bellamy

• 2000

Outstanding Youth or Children's Series/Special

• 2000

Outstanding Directorial Achievement in Children's Programs: Johnathan Winfrey

• 2000

Best Performance in a TV Comedy Series - Guest Starring Young Performer: Rachel Glenn

• 2000

Best Performance in a TV Comedy Series - Leading Young Actor: Robert Ri'chard

• 2001

Outstanding Youth or Children's Series/Special

• 2001

African American Achievement award for supporting actresses - Rissa JB Milhouse (episode 14)

• 2001

Best Performance in a TV Comedy Series - Leading Young Actor: Robert Ri'chard

External links

• Cousin Skeeter at TV.com
• Cousin Skeeter at IMDb