Steven Lewis is a recurring character on Peacock's modern-day reinterpretation, Bel-Air. He is portrayed by Duane Martin.
Steven is a seasoned political strategist who has operated in Democratic Party politics for his entire career and is Philip Banks' campaign manager during his run for LA District Attorney.
Biography[]
Campaigning for Phil[]
Steven informs Phil that he's up with voters, specifically black voters, a total of 7%, meaning the community outreach program is paying off. They are joined by Phil's nephew Will and his friend Tray, who Steven is only just meeting and learns was shot not too long ago, but Phil assures him there's nothing to worry about. Later that week, Steven reveals to Phil that he's the talk of the internet after his interview with Kylo went viral. Unfortunately, that's not the only reason. There's also a smear campaign circulating, accusing him of being anti-police. This is because Phil didn't heed Steven's warning and played it too far to the left. He was supposed to run a moderate, centrist campaign, but that advice wasn't working for Phillip. They're only attacking him now because they fear he could win. They can still turn out the vote, but Steven worries his donors may panic.[1]
Steven and Phil inform Vivian that they have to put more of their money into the campaign after the donations have begun to slow down. Viv is cautious and asks if there's a limit to how much they're going to sink into this, but Steven advises her to look at it as an investment. She also asks for some time to think about it, but Steven reveals that they already transferred the money, angering Viv, who realizes that Philip isn't asking her, he's telling her.[2]
End of the race[]
Steven has obtained proof that Wilkes cheated on his dying first wife with his current wife, Angela, which he wants to use against Wilkes in the upcoming debate. Phil is hesitant, but Steven tries to push his into considering using this information to his benefit. Geoffrey thinks Phil is simply pretending to be uncomfortable with airing out Wilkes' business. He prefers to feel like he's been talked into doing things that crossed the line. Steven can sense the tension and interjects, informing Phil that playing nice is not going to help him win the debate. However, on the night of the debate, Phil suddenly withdraws from the race.[3]
Appearances[]
Season 1[]
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References[]
- ↑ Season 1, Episode 5: PA to LA
- ↑ Season 1, Episode 7: Payback's A B*tch
- ↑ Season 1, Episode 9: Can't Knock the Hustle