Actress, media personality, and advocate Monroe Alise is set to return for the eighth and final season of The Chi, reprising her role as Isis as the series heads into its most consequential chapter yet.
Alise’s return adds another meaningful layer to the show’s closing season, bringing depth and nuance to a character that reflects the lived experiences of Black trans women. “Being part of the final season of The Chi feels like purpose meeting preparation,” Alise said. “I carry every part of who I am into this work—and that includes my community, my journey, and my voice.”
Behind the scenes, the final season is guided by creator Lena Waithe alongside co-showrunners Justin Hillian and Jewel Coronel. Executive producers Common, Rick Famuyiwa, and the ID8 Multimedia team return, with production led by 20th Television. The season promises to tackle the ripple effects of personal loss, systemic injustice, and the complexities of survival within Black communities.
Alongside Alise, new recurring guest stars joining the cast include Darryl Dunning II, Biko Eisen-Martin, Akilah A. Walker, Laila Odom, Liza Jessie Peterson, and Anthony B. Jenkins, while longtime favorites Jacob Latimore, Birgundi Baker, Luke James, Shamon Brown Jr., Michael V. Epps, Hannaha Hall, and Jason Weaver return. The season also welcomes back fan-favorite guest stars such as Rotimi, Kyla Pratt, Karrueche Tran, Punkie Johnson, Wendy Raquel Robinson, Reagan Gomez, and Barton Fitzpatrick.
Off-screen, Alise remains deeply engaged in advocacy through NAESM, Inc., an Atlanta-based nonprofit advancing health equity and access for Black LGBTQ+ communities. Her dual impact—on-screen and in the community—underscores her growing influence as both a storyteller and cultural voice.
As The Chi approaches its finale, Alise’s return is a notable highlight in a season defined by legacy, accountability, and the evolving stories of the communities it portrays.