Lynn Whitfield is leveling up in the world of The Chi!
Yes, you heard that right: our Emmy-winning queen is getting a major promotion on the Showtime drama for the seventh season. Deadline’s announcement reads like a plot twist itself—Lynn’s stepping up from her recurring role to a full-time series regular. It’s like she’s been upgraded from sidekick to superhero, and we couldn’t be more thrilled.
Just as the summer heat was about to turn up, Showtime threw us a delightful curveball by renewing The Chi for another season. This was right before the juicy second half of season six even hit our screens, which is like getting an extra scoop of ice cream before you’ve even finished your first bowl.
Lynn made her grand entrance in season six as Alicia—a character so fierce she makes a lion look like a house cat. Alicia’s mission? To avenge her brother’s murder, all while looking fabulous and intimidating. She’s basically the queen of “don’t mess with me” and “yes, I do know the best way to handle this.”
Oh, and speaking of smashing records, season six of The Chi has officially become the most-streamed season ever. That’s right, guys—more people streamed this season than a fire hose can handle, so you might want to set aside some serious binge-watching time.
Created by Lena Waithe, The Chi is like a powerful smoothie made up of South Side Chicago residents, blended together by fate and stirred up with a dash of redemption and connection. It’s so timely and real, you might just think you’re part of the crew.
So, buckle up and get ready for more Lynn Whitfield in action, because the seventh season is shaping up to be a wild ride!
