NAACP Image Awards: 5 Projects From Kyla Pratt That Showed Her Comedic Timing
Long before social media clips and viral moments, Kyla Pratt was already delivering perfectly timed jokes, expressive reactions, and characters that stuck.
The former child star grew up on our screens, and somehow never lost the spark. From live-action sitcoms to animated classics, she’s always known exactly when to pause, when to punch, and when to let a moment breathe.
With her NAACP Image Award nomination for Outstanding Character Voice-Over Performance, now feels like the right time to look back at the roles where her sense of humor showed up loud and clear.
Here are five projects that prove Pratt’s comedic timing has always been elite.
Penny Proud — The Proud Family / The Proud Family: Louder And Prouder
Penny wasn’t just funny — she was relatable. She sound curious, nervous, excited, embarrassed, and brave, sometimes all in one episode.
Pratt's voice work gave Penny heart, not just humor.
That’s why the character still lives in culture.
Maya Dolittle — Dr. Dolittle
As Eddie Murphy’s on-screen daughter, the "One On One" held her own next to a comedy giant.
Her timing was natural and not forced.
She knew when to react and when to steal the moment quietly.
Breanna Barnes — One on One
This is where she really flexed.
Breanna was sharp, sarcastic, dramatic, and hilarious and Pratt played every layer.
She made teenage attitude funny without making it mean. That’s a balance most can’t hit.
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Danielle — Hotel for Dogs
This role showed her playful, adventurous side.
She brought warmth and energy to a family film without losing her sense of humor. Even in light stories, her timing landed.
Randi — Call Me Kat
On "Call Me Kat," she stepped into ensemble comedy and showed how well she plays off energy in a room.
Her timing isn’t about stealing scenes, but it’s about knowing exactly when to slide a line in, when to pause, and when to let a look do the work.
She brought warmth and rhythm to every scene she was in, proving her comedic instincts translate across formats from animation to sitcom to grown, modern comedy.
Watch the NAACP Image Awards on BET and CBS on Feb. 28, 2026.
