It’s been over two decades since the comedy movie Soul Plane took off, but the cast is clearly still flying high. Starring talented actors like Tom Arnold, Kevin Hart, Mo’Nique, Method Man, and Snoop Dogg, the film itself is centered on the hilarious Nashawn Wade, played by Hart, who files a lawsuit against an airline and wins a multimillion-dollar settlement. “Naturally,” the next step was to start an airline that solely catered to African Americans.
With over two decades gone, it’s only normal to wonder where the cast is now. The good news is that the cast of Soul Plane has been active in film and television, and many have found critical and commercial success with their follow-up projects. While Kevin Hart skyrocketed to comedic stardom, Snoop Dogg, continued to expand his empire beyond music. Mo’Nique has equally had her wins while Sofia Vergara’s rise thanks to Modern Family, turned her into one of the highest-paid actresses in the industry… and that’s just the tip of the iceberg.
Kevin Hart
Kevin Hart plays Nashawn Wade, the character who starts an airline after a traumatic experience on a commercial flight. Hart’s role in Soul Plane marked one of his earliest appearances in a lead role and helped kickstart his career as an actor. After Soul Plane, the actor focused on his stand-up career releasing successful specials like I’m a Grown Little Man, Laugh at My Pain, and Let Me Explain. His show, Laugh at My Pain, grossed over $15 million.
Hart went on to transition into Hollywood featuring in several blockbusters like Think Like a Man, Jumanji: Welcome to the Jungle, and its sequel Jumanji: Next Level which both grossed over $1.7 billion. He also lent his voice to popular animated films such as The Secret Life of Pets 1&2 as the lovable rabbit, Snowball. More recently, he starred in Lift and has received numerous awards and nominations including several BET Awards, People’s Choice Awards, and NAACP Image Awards.
Snoop Dogg
Snoop Dogg plays the acrophobic self-taught captain Antoine Mack who learned how to fly on computer simulators in prison. Before his role in the Soul Plane, Snoop Dogg already had a thriving music career. Afterward, he continued to release chart-topping songs and albums. Snoop Dogg has equally appeared in several TV shows and films including Starsky & Hutch, Training Day, Day Shift, and Half Baked. He also lent his voice to animations like The Addams Family (2019).
The hip-hop legend was honored with a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame in 2018, cementing his status as a pop cultural icon. Known as a lifelong cannabis advocate and smoker, Snoop owns a marijuana brand, Leafs by Snoop. Over the years, he has become associated with all things cannabis.
Tom Arnold
In Soul Plane, Tom Arnold plays Mr. Hunkee, a hapless and awkward white suburban dad traveling with his family — his rebellious teenage daughter and his son. With the release of the chaotic film in 2004, Arnold continued to progress in his career as an actor, comedian, and TV host. He has also appeared in several films including Happy Endings, The Final Season, and Hit & Run. He also became a TV host, appearing on shows like The Best Damn Sports Show Period and My Big Redneck Wedding.
Arnold was also hit the reality circuit, starring in shows like Celebrity Apprentice (2012). As an advocate for mental health, the actor has frequently spoken about overcoming challenges in his personal and professional life. He has also discussed his struggles with addiction and has shared his journey to sobriety to inspire others.
Method Man
Method Man plays Muggsy, a funny, and street-smart baggage handler for the Airline. Muggsy is also best friends with Hart’s character, Nashawn. After his role on Soul Plane, Method Man went on to star in Miramax’s My Baby’s Mama and Jail Breakers. He also gained recognition as Davis MacLean, a slick and ambitious lawyer in Power Book II: Ghost (2020-2024), where his performance received critical praise.
Besides being an integral member of the legendary Wu-Tang Clan, the hip-hop icon has collaborated with several artists including Mary J. Blige, Redman, and Nas. In 2021, the Soul Plane actor started hosting Marvel/Method, a podcast series for Marvel Entertainment and Sirius XM. In 2022, he hosted and produced The Wire At 20 20th anniversary podcast for HBO.
K. D. Aubert
K.D. Aubert stepped into the shoes of Giselle, Nashawn Wade’s love interest and flight attendant on N.W.A Airlines. After her appearance in Soul Plane, the actress had notable roles in films like Surfer, Dude (2008) and Turning Point (2012). She was also cast in Nick Cannon‘s film, She Ball.
Aubert equally made her mark in a handful of indie and horror films like Silent No More and Percentage. She also made guest appearances on popular TV shows like Bones, CSI: NY, and Entourage, proving that she’s got a knack for hitting the small screen when the need arises. In 2013, Aubert and the Turning Point cast won several awards at the Africa Movie Academy Awards AMAA.
Godfrey
In Soul Plane, Godfrey plays First Officer Leslie Gaemon, the “co-pilot” of NWA Airlines. While he attempts to assist Captain Mack, his character provides plenty of comic relief with his quirky mannerisms. Following his role on Soul Plane, Godfrey appeared in numerous episodes of BET’s Comic View.
Godfrey has continued to hone his talent by featuring in several film and television productions. Nevertheless, he has not abandoned his stand-up comedy career. His first one-hour special, Godfrey: Black by Accident was shot for Comedy Central in January 2011 and in 2013, he also had a solo show called, The Godfrey Complex.
Brian Hooks
Going a bit meta in the film, Brian Hooks was part of the crew responsible for entertaining the passengers on Soul Plane. He plays the role of a carefree and party-loving D.J. Hooks featured in several films after Soul Plane. He played a supporting role in a 2013 romantic drama, Love Section. He also showed versatility appearing in the 2015 thriller Chat Room.
Between his acting roles, he also produced low-budget independent films. A notable milestone in his career came in 2021 when he launched his own production company, Left of Bang Entertainment. The company is well known for providing free educational programs and mentorship for inner-city kids.
Loni Love
Loni Love plays Shonda, a loud and hilarious security guard working at the airport. Although her role is a minor one, her character brings a fun and no-nonsense energy to the airport scenes. Little wonder she was named as one of the Top 10 Comics to Watch in both Variety and Comedy Central in 2009. That same year, she shot her first one-hour Comedy Central special, American’s Sister, and in 2013, she released her first comedy advice book, Love Him or Leave Him But Don’t Get Stuck With The Tab.
In 2015, she appeared in the comedy film Paul Blart: Mall Cop 2, alongside Kevin James, and in the action film Bad Asses on the Bayou. The stand-up comedian and actress was one of the co-hosts of daytime talk show The Real, which ran from July 2013 to June 2022. Before the show ended, she and her co-hosts won the Daytime Emmy Award for Outstanding Entertainment Talk Show Host.
Mo’Nique
The Woodlawn-born actress plays Jamiqua, a passenger on the chaotic flight. She is a no-nonsense woman traveling with her family and her pet. After Soul Plane, Monique hosted and executive produced Mo’Nique’s Fat Chance, a beauty pageant for plus-sized women. She also hosted her late-night talk show, The Mo’Nique Show on BET.
Mo’Nique received critical acclaim for her role in the biographical film, Bessie, earning a Primetime Emmy Award nomination. In addition to that, she won a total of 52 awards out of 66 nominations for her incredible performance in Precious. She has also received four NAACP Image Awards for her role in The Parkers.
Sofia Vergara
Thing got a lot more spicier in the film with Sofia Vergara taking on the role of the playful and flirty Blanca. She’s a flight attendant aboard the NWA Airlines flight — one of her earliest film roles in Hollywood. The star went on to dominate in strong roles, one of most notable roles was on the ABC sitcom Modern Family as Gloria Delgado-Pritchett. The buzz she got from the role made her one of the highest-paid actresses in Hollywood.
Known as one of the influential Latin women in Hollywood, Vergara has been a judge on America’s Got Talent since 2020. Besides her acting career, she has several business ventures including the beauty brand Toty, which she launched in June 2023, and Dios Mios Coffee, which she launched in 2024, devoted to elevating female Colombian growers.
