The Bear’s Ayo Edebiri will be joining ABC’s Abbott Elementary in a guest-starring role. Edebiri will play Ayesha Teagues, Janine’s (Quinta Brunson) sister on the hit Emmy-winning comedy series.
Janine has spoken frequently of her sister throughout the series and the difficult relationship the two have had. Edebiri’s character will be introduced Wednesday, Feb.
8 in the Valentine’s Day episode. In the episode, Janine and Ayesha connect in a Facetime call when Janine calls to wish Ayesha a happy birthday, according to EW, which first reported the casting.
She will be seen in a larger storyline later this season. Abbott Elementary follows a group of dedicated, passionate teachers — and a slightly tone-deaf principal — are brought together in a Philadelphia public school where, despite the odds stacked against them, they are determined to help their students succeed in life.
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