Tasha had taken the fall for Tariq so he was able to go to college but to pay for her top lawyer Davis Maclean (Cliff "Method Man" Smith), he started selling drugs on campus. Some of my biggest fans are white men over 70. Both of these actors are 45-years-old, with Jackson just two months older. After this, fans can then expect Power Book III: Raising Kanan, a prequel series set in the 1990s, telling the story of Kanan Stark when he was younger. “Power” answered that long-running, pivotal question in the series finale of the six-season Starz drama: Tariq shot and killed his father, James “Ghost” St. Patrick (Omari Hardwick). Power Book 3: How did Kanan Stark become a drug dealer? Power Book III Raising Kanan theories: Tariq St Patrick's real father. The US channel confirmed the news prior to the spin-off series' … See today's front and back pages, download the newspaper, But of course, Hardwick's most famous role to date was in Power where he played the lead role of Ghost for six seasons. Goodbye and hello: 50 Cent on 'Power,' sequels and how Ghost's fate reflects his reality: 'I've been shot'. Besides lifting the veil on the details of Ghost's demise, the finale also featured the return of a familiar face, Curtis "50 Cent" Jackson as Kanan, the drug dealer and one-time Ghost mentor who was killed in Season 5. Power Book II: Ghost is set in New York just a few weeks after Ghost is murdered. The other series he is known for is the crime drama Dark Blue where he portrayed Ty Curtis. 50 Cent age: How old is Power star 50 Cent? Spoiler alert: This story contains details from Sunday's series finale of "Power.". Fans were devastated to see actor Omari Hardwick bow out of the role but Tommy … "Power Book II: Ghost," which picks up 48 hours after the end of "Power," features original series regulars Tariq (Rainey), Tasha (Naughton) and law-enforcement antagonist Cooper Saxe (Shane Johnson).. As for the original series, "I would love for it to be remembered as a snapshot of a culture, a blending of the crime genre with a family drama, and proof that lead characters don't need to be white for a show to be successful," Kemp says. The show follows the double life of James "Ghost" St. Patrick (Omari Hardwick) — … However, the finale of the series, which lays the groundwork for four planned "Power" spinoffs, really was more of a family affair. The episode ends with Tariq in a college dorm room and Tasha in a jail cell. Jackson, also an executive producer, was happy to revisit Kanan. Power: What was Omari Hardwick's idea for an alternative ending. Power Book 2: Will Ghost actor Omari Hardwick be in Power Book 2? "It was exciting for me to get back into it, and it's a cool way to bring yourself back on the show, right?". The next two oldest members of the Power cast are Curtis "50 Cent" Jackson who played Kanan Stark and Larenz Tate who was Rashad Tate. JAMES “GHOST” ST. PATRICK. Starz has renewed “Power Book II: Ghost," the first of its multiple planned "Power" spinoffs, for a second season. Simply click I Accept to agree to the use of all cookies. New to Stream: Starz January 2021 Movie & TV Titles Announced. Power Book 2 plot hole: Why doesn’t Monet know who Ghost is? Ghosts (TV Series 2019– ) cast and crew credits, including actors, actresses, directors, writers and more. Omari Hardwick as James "Ghost" St. Patrick, a high-level drug distributor and nightclub owner. Fandom Apps Take your favorite fandoms with you and never miss a beat. As one series ends, however, "Power" spinoffs are in the offing:  Starz on Sunday picked up three new series in addition to previously announced "Power Book II: Ghost," starring Mary J. Blige and Method Man, that's due this summer. Omari Hardwick: He played James "Ghost" St Patrick in Power. 1974, which means the actor is now 47-years-old. “With Ghost, it was always dead or in jail. A flashback to 1996 features  high school versions of Ghost, Tommy and another "Power" character, Angela. newspaper archive. We use Cookies to provide you with the best user experience. And then, toward the end of his life, he got arrogant enough to think that he could escape it. Power revolved around the story of James "Ghost" St Patrick (played by Omari Hardwick), a top drug dealer living in New York. "We wanted to (convey) the idea of the ghosts: You will be visited by three ghosts, the '(Christmas) Carol' of it, the 'Richard III' of it," Kemp says. Asides from Power, actor Hardwick has been in numerous popular films. But an unexpected twist exonerates Quinton and undermines Tasha's plot. Ghost’s focus on the club and his relationship with Angela have strained the partners connection, which could have consequences on their business dealings. These include Kick-Ass, rom-com Nobody's Fool, and 2020 horror Spell. “From the beginning, (Ghost) was very sanguine about that. Power’s Michael Rainey Jr honours late crew member David Rodriguez. In Sunday's finale, Tariq (Michael Rainey Jr.) pulled the trigger – sending a bloodied Ghost hurtling backward in a now-familiar visual – but he barely beat his mother and Ghost’s ex, Tasha (Naturi Naughton), to it. Such is his Power. The network also announced a midseason return date of Sunday, Dec. 6 at 8 PM … [AGE]Power Book 3 Raising Kanan release date, cast, trailer, plot [RELEASE DATE]Power Book 2, episode 11: Did Power Book 2 come on tonight? The drama Power on Starz ran six action-packed seasons, kicking off in 2014 and wrapping up in February of 2020. Omari Hardwick: The actor has been in Dark Blue, Nobody's Fool and Kick-Ass. We will use your email address only for sending you newsletters. Although the identity of Ghost's shooter remained up in the air until the end, the kingpin's fate was preordained, she says. Michael Rainey Jr as Tariq St Patrick in 'Power Book II: Ghost' (Starz) Spoilers for Season finale of 'Power Book II: Ghost' Episode 10 'Heart of Darkness' Can we all agree that the finale was all … Starz “To see Ghost die, it’s the last of the last holding Tommy together, “ Sikora said in an interview Sunday. "I think it surprises the audience when that happens, because we’ve gone for some time now without seeing the character," he says. To avoid a leak of the assailant's identity, "we shot a number of different endings," creator Courtney Kemp says. Then there is the star behind LaKeisha Grant, La La Anthony who is 39, followed by Tasha St Patrick actress Naturi Naughton who is 36-years-old. Starz has unveiled the trailer and key art for the next five episodes of Power spinoff series Power Book II: Ghost. Omari Hardwick: His character Ghost died in season 6 of Power. “Power” answered that long-running, pivotal question in the series finale of the six-season Starz drama: Tariq shot and killed his father, James “Ghost” St. Patrick (Omari Hardwick). So it was a fitting end for the story of the elder St. Patrick, a nightclub entrepreneur and drug kingpin, and the family and colleagues who surround him. CHARACTER DESCRIPTIONS. Power Book 2: Has Naturi Naughton left Power Book 2 for good? And Tommy (Joseph Sikora), who was like family to Ghost, witnessed the aftermath. Power is available to watch on Starz and Starzplay. Omari Hardwick: How old is Power actor Omari Hardwick? Next is Tommy Egan actor Joseph Sikora who is 44, followed by actress Lela Loren. He was born on January 9. POWER came to an end on Starz earlier with the tragic death of its lead character James 'Ghost' St Patrick. But that’s not how life works.”. Tariq, Tasha and Tommy were part of the pool of suspects in Ghost’s killing, first revealed late last fall but played out from various perspectives over the final five episodes. Please see our Privacy Notice for details of your data protection rights. And the truth is, I get stopped by people all the time of different ages (and) races who love the show. Out of the main cast from the original Power series, Hardwick is the eldest. The US channel confirmed the news prior to the spin-off series' finale. But that's not exactly the end of it. He is married to Tasha, and is also romantically involved with AUSA Angela Valdez. Power Book 3 Raising Kanan release date, cast, trailer, plot. "It's actually a testament to the popularity of the show, and I can't complain about that.". She played Ghost's true love Angela Valdes and is 40-years-old. Courtesy of Starz James “Ghost” St. Patrick is dead, but the fact that his besieged family’s ongoing story still draws you in? LaToya Tonodeo, the actress behind Diana Tejada on Power Book II: Ghost, spoke with Decider about joining the Starz universe, working with Mary J. Blige, and what's ahead for her character … Express. On the other end of the spectrum of course is Tariq St Patrick's Michael Rainey Jr who is just 20-years-old. READ MORE: Power: Will Joseph Sikora and Omari Hardwick be reunited in Book 4? He also has a few films in the pipeline according to IMDd, such as D Is for Detroit, Fels High and Die Enormous. combat mafias, drug cartels, and law … She gets a job and arranges for Tariq to attend college, with graduation a requirement to receive the inheritance Ghost left for him. *Omari Hardwick is speaking out about playing James St. Patrick/Ghost in Starz hit show “Power” and how his character was murdered by his onscreen son Tariq. WARNING: This article contains spoilers from Power. The journey of some of Power's most controversial characters. He had a chance to shoot Tariq, but Ghost, in his dying breath, persuaded him to spare his son. Power Book 2, episode 11: Did Power Book 2 come on tonight? Power: Will Joseph Sikora and Omari Hardwick be reunited in Book 4? Power Book 2: Will Ghost actor Omari Hardwick be in Power Book 2? Please click Learn More if you'd like to read more about how Starz uses cookies. Starz expands its "Power" TV series franchise with the launch of Power Book II: Ghost,' first of four spinoffs, on Sept. 6. They're younger, lighter and full of promise, but it's not the segue to a "Power" prequel. order back issues and use the historic Daily Express Even though Ghost isn't in the new spin-off series, his presence is still very much felt. Power Book II will return for a second series on Starz. (Omari Hardwick) Brilliant and debonair, James St. Patrick is ready to leave his criminal persona of “Ghost” behind, and begin his new life as … Chris Sumpter (young) James 'Ghost' St. Patrick was the owner of the popular nightclub Truth and was campaigning to become the next lieutenant governor of New York. The full list of January 2021 movies and TV titles that will be available for streaming on the Starz App has been released (via … He returned as a vision to Tariq just before he shoots his father. 'Power' plays: Mary J. Blige to star in 'Power' spinoff, as 50 Cent, cast of Starz drama pay homage. Home of the Daily and Sunday Express. He took Ghost … DON'T MISS...50 Cent age: How old is Power star 50 Cent? The aptly named STARZ crime drama from Courtney A. Kemp and Curtis "50 Cent" Jackson followed the St. Patrick family and friends (?) He is the main protagonist of the … You just can't predict what people will enjoy. Power’s Tommy Egan star address possible return to Book II, Power Book 2 showrunner Courtney Kemp hints at Kanan crossovers. D&D Beyond "It's just a coda to our main story," Kemp says. Joseph Sikora as … He had the ambition to try and move away from the drug trade but it was far too late by then as he was already caught up in dodgy dealings and dangerous people. [EXPLAINER]. After Ghost's shooting, Tasha stages an elaborate ruse to shield her son and herself from suspicion, setting up her current beau, Quinton, by leading police to a gun at his place. "When we came out, people said, 'No one will ever watch that because the people in the leads are of color.' With Michael Rainey Jr., Shane Johnson, Gianni Paolo, Melanie Liburd. Power Book II will return for a second series on Starz. "Power Book II: Ghost" is coming this summer, and showrunner Courtney Kemp has shared the first image of Mary J. Blige as her character Monet in the Starz series. That was always going to be how he ended, because we told that (story) from the beginning,” Kemp says. Plenty of drama has kicked off since Ghost's death but this won't be the end. Created by Courtney A. Kemp. "Power Book II: Ghost" (premiering Sunday, 9 EDT/PDT) marks the first sequel after the sixth and final season of "Power" wrapped in February, with Mary J. Blige starring as a dangerous new character. Kanan (Curtis “50 Cent” Jackson) Ghost’s former boss Kanan is out of prison and eager to make up for the years he lost. "Book III: Raising Kanan" is a prequel about the early years of Kanan Stark in the '90s; "Book IV: Influence" follows Rashad Tate's (Larenz Tate) "ruthless pursuit" of political power; and "Book V: Force" follows Ghost's friend and colleague, Tommy Egan, as he cuts his ties to the past and leaves New York. Hardwick may not be in the first of Power spin-off series but he still plays a big part in the show. ", 50 Cent on 'Power,' sequels and how Ghost's fate reflects his reality: 'I've been shot', Mary J. Blige to star in 'Power' spinoff, as 50 Cent, cast of Starz drama pay homage, Your California Privacy Rights/Privacy Policy. A release date hasn't been revealed yet but could be out sometime in late 2021. To agree to the spin-off series but he still plays a big part in show... With AUSA Angela Valdez jackson, also an executive producer, was happy revisit..., his presence is still very much felt theories: Tariq St 's! 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