When a classic film spawns a sequel, there are very few ways that the new entry can top the original. But a really great way to bring some more life into your favorite is by welcoming new faces! Coming 2 America does this in spades, bringing back the first film's brilliant cast and casting an array of new stars to — as the Spice Girls once said — spice up our lives. But they didn't stop there! From NBA legends to iconic musicians and a fictional elephant, Coming 2 America has some truly unforgettable cameos that make the watch worth it. Scroll ahead for our roundup of celebrity cameos amid the nostalgia overload that is Prince Akeem's return.
Calloway reprises her role as Imani, General Izzi's younger sister. In the first film, she's offered to Akeem as a potential bride that is made to continuously barked like a dog because he asked her to.
Beauvais returns as the leader of the rose bearers who shower the palace floor with flowers during royal events.
Anderson returned for the sequel in his original role as loyal McDowell employee, Maurice.
Freeman fulfills the role as presenter at King Jaffe Joffer's funeral, which is held while the king is still alive.
The Saturday Night Live cast member plays the judgmental owner of a company who Lavelle meets when he applies for a job.
The Power star plays General Izzi's son Idi, the prince of Nextdoria. He offers his hand in marriage to the princess of Zamunda, Meeka (Layne).
NBA legend Mutombo has a very brief cameo in the film, but it's a classic spot!
The comedian plays a Nexdorian lieutenant on General Izzi's side.
The trio perform at King Jaffe Joffer's funeral alongside Salt-N-Pepa, putting a royal spin on "Whatta Man."
The comedian is only seen in a few scenes where she plays Livia, one of Lavelle and Mary's relatives.
Noah played to his strengths and appeared as Zamunda News Network — aka ZNN — newscaster, Totatsi Bibinyana.
The musician is one of the final acts of the film, performing his hit "Assurance" during the final scene.
The rap duo makes a brief appearance to join En Vogue and rap their verses to "Whatta Man" in the movie.
As if anyone would ask Gladys Knight to play anyone but herself!
Like Blackson, Ross's cameo is short and sweet. He plays a commander for Nexdoria under General Izzi.
King Babar makes an unexpected cameo in the film, apparently being good friends with Akeem since he was a young elephant. It makes sense though, kings hang with kings.