Abbott Elementary actor William Stanford Davis announces memoir on career and life

William Stanford Davis, who plays janitor Mr. Johnson on the television sitcom Abbott Elementary, is publishing a memoir titled Don't Mess With the Fat Kid. Variety reported that the book will be published through BenBella Books. The memoir covers his life and career, including his childhood in the 1960s, personal struggles with addiction and rejection, and landing his breakout role at age 70. [1][4][5][9]

The announcement coincides with news surrounding the sixth season of Abbott Elementary. TVLine and Deadline reported that actors Miranda Cosgrove, Edi Patterson, and Ali Wong are joining the sitcom as guest stars for upcoming episodes, though specific character details have not been disclosed. Deadline and TV Insider added that the series will reach its 100th episode around its fall finale, with filming for the milestone episode taking place at Disneyland. [2][3][7]

Davis portrays school custodian Mr. Johnson on the ABC sitcom Abbott Elementary. For his performance on the show, he earned a nomination for Outstanding Supporting Actor in a Comedy Series at the 54th NAACP Image Awards, and later won the award at the 57th NAACP Image Awards. [9]