NEW YORK, NEW YORK - FEBRUARY 13: Michael Rainey Jr.. attends the Romeo Hunte fashion show during New York Fashion Week on February 13, 2024 in New York City. (Photo by Udo Salters/Getty Images)
Roommates, it seems like Michael Rainey Jr. wasn’t initially feeling the news about ‘Power Book II: Ghost.’ As we last reported, the show is coming to an end after the forthcoming fourth season.
And the 23-year-old was vocal on Thursday (March 14) about finding out the news online. But he later shared an exclusive statement with The Shade Room expressing his gratitude for the role of Tariq in the ‘Power’ universe.
“Portraying Tariq St. Patrick in the ‘Power’ universe has been an incredible journey. ‘Power’ has been an amazing platform, opening doors for young actors like myself, and I’m truly grateful for that. While the ending of ‘Book II’ may feel abrupt and disappointing, I choose to view it as a stepping stone for many of us as we transition into the next chapter of our careers,” Michael Rainey Jr. said.
See his statement below.
As previously reported, Michael Rainey Jr. hopped on live early Thursday to clarify that he learned of ‘Power Book II’s’ cancellation simultaneously as everyone else.
“I found out the same time y’all found out bro. But don’t trip y’all, a lot of new sh*t coming,” he said, adding that he’s writing his own material.
He also promised that he and his ‘Power’ universe co-star Gianni Paolo will be in other projects together.
Watch a snippet of Michael’s live below.
While one door in the ‘Power’ universe is closing, 50 Cent confirmed earlier this week that fans will see the beginning of the Ghost and Tommy bond in a prequel series.
The show hasn’t been cast yet, but we know the new spin-off will be titled ‘Origins.’ It’s unclear if Michael Rainey Jr. will be offered a role in this show.
TSR Social Producer Maya M. contributed to this exclusive report.
