And just like that, another cast member of the “Sex and the City” sequel series “And Just Like That” has decided not to return for season three. Karen Pittman, who played professor Nya Wallace in the controversial HBO Max revival, will be leaving the comedy series due to scheduling conflicts. Max announced the news on Friday, expressing their joy in working with Pittman but acknowledging that filming three shows at once isn’t possible for her.
Pittman’s departure comes after Sara Ramirez, another cast member, revealed that they won’t be returning to the show either. Ramirez’s character, Che Diaz, received a controversial reception, leading to speculation about their exit. However, an insider clarified that the decision to cut off the character had always been on the table, as they were no longer adding value to the show.
These recent exits from “And Just Like That” raise questions about the future of the series. Will it be able to sustain its popularity without these key cast members? And what does this mean for the broader landscape of TV shows and streaming series?
One trend that these departures highlight is the increasing challenge of managing multiple streaming series