Brooke Elliott stars as Jane Bingum, a plus-size lawyer with a former model’s soul, alongside Margaret Cho as Teri Lee and Jackson Hurst as Grayson Kent in ‘Drop Dead Diva‘.
Main cast
- Jane BingumBrooke ElliottMain
- Teri LeeMargaret ChoMain
- Grayson KentJackson HurstMain
- Kim KaswellKate Levering1–6Main
- Parker ‘Dash’ DeWittJosh Stamberg1–6Main
- FredBen Feldman1–6 (recurring s1)Main
- Stacy BarrettApril Bowlby1–6 (recurring s5-6)Main
- Paul SmithJustin Deeley4–6Main
- Owen FrenchLex Medlin3–6Main
- Luke DanielsCarter MacIntyre4–6Main
Supporting cast
- Elise ShawJamie Ray Newman1–2Supp
- Deb DobkinsBrooke D’Orsay1–6 (recurring)Supp
Guest & voice
- BobJohn Billingsley1–2Guest
- Dr. Nancy LeeSharon Lawrence1–2Guest
- Bobby DobkinsDale Dickey3Guest
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About this cast
Drop Dead Diva is a legal comedy-drama that ran on Lifetime from 2009 to 2014. The series follows shallow model Deb, who dies in a car crash and finds her soul placed in the body of brilliant but overweight lawyer Jane Bingum, played by Brooke Elliott.
FAQs
Who plays Jane Bingum in Drop Dead Diva?
Brooke Elliott plays Jane Bingum, a talented lawyer who struggles with weight and body image after the soul of a former model inhabits her body.
What is the premise of Drop Dead Diva?
A shallow model dies in a car crash and, due to a heavenly mix-up, her soul is placed in the body of a brilliant but overweight lawyer. She must learn to value herself and others beyond appearances while navigating cases and personal relationships.
How many seasons does Drop Dead Diva have?
Drop Dead Diva aired for six seasons from 2009 to 2014, comprising a total of 78 episodes.
Is Drop Dead Diva available on streaming?
In the UK, Drop Dead Diva has been available on Amazon Prime Video and Apple TV, but availability can change. Check current streaming services.
Who plays the character Fred in Drop Dead Diva?
Ben Feldman plays Fred, Jane’s quirky guardian angel who initially appears as an assistant in her office and later reveals his true identity.
Sources & where to watch: IMDb · Wikipedia · Where to watch (JustWatch UK) · Updated June 2026