STAR Season 3

STAR: Jude Demorest in the “When The Levee Breaks” Season Three finale episode of STAR airing Wednesday, May 8 (9:00-10:00 PM ET/PT) on FOX. ©2019 Fox Media LLC CR: Wilford Harewood/FOX.

Episode 3×18 “When the Levee Breaks” (Season Finale)

ALL IS FAIR IN LOVE AND WAR

The ASAs finally arrive and Take 3 fights Amber Drake (guest star Erika Tham) for the top spot.

Alex prepares for her wedding, but someone from her past returns to wreak havoc on her big day.

Meanwhile, Star finally makes a decision about Davis, Carlotta continues to mend things with Rashad (guest star Major) and the season ends with a bang. 

Cast: Queen Latifah as Carlotta Brown, Brandy Norwood as Cassie, Jude Demorest as Star Davis, Ryan Destiny as Alexandra, Brittany O’Grady as Simone Davis, Amiyah Scott as Cotton, Quincy Brown as Derek Jones, Miss Lawrence as Miss Bruce, Luke James as Noah Brooks, Lance Gross as Maurice, Luke James as Noah Brooks, Matthew Noszka as Jackson and William Levy as Mateo.

Guest Cast: Evan Ross as Angel Rivera, Major as Rashad, Harold Perrineau as Bobby Brooks, Kimberly Elise as Dianne, Kosine as Lil Dini, Kayla Smith as Olivia, Erika Tham as Amber, Juanita Jennings as Grandma Ruby, and Fred Hammond as Minister.

Air Date: Wednesday, May 8 (9:00-10:00 PM ET/PT) on FOX.

Photos: “When the Levee Breaks” 

STAR: L-R: Jude Demorest, Ryan Destiny and Brittany O’Grady. CR: Wilford Harewood/FOX.

Episode 3×17 “Proud Mary Keep On”

IT’S FAMILY VS. STARDOM

Everyone is on edge, but the girls must stay focused on the events leading up to the ASAs. Star and Noah struggle with parenthood while being in the spotlight, as Alex deals with her father’s retaliation for her refusing his “gifts.”

Meanwhile, Cassie continues to manage Rashad’s (guest star Major) music career and Carlotta makes a shocking discovery that will change the lives of many.

Cast: Queen Latifah as Carlotta Brown, Brandy Norwood as Cassie, Jude Demorest as Star Davis, Ryan Destiny as Alexandra Crane, Brittany O’Grady as Simone Davis, Amiyah Scott as Cotton, Quincy Brown as Derek Jones, Miss Lawrence as Miss Bruce, Luke James as Noah Brooks, Lance Gross as Maurice, Matthew Noszka as Jackson “Jax” Ellis, and William Levy as Mateo.

Guest Cast: Evan Ross as Angel Rivera, Major as Rashad, Glenn MaGee as Cousin Duke, Erika Tham as Amber, Kimberly Elise as Dianne, Ashton Grooms as Dior, Caroline Vreeland as Mary, Kayla Smith as Olivia and Kinyumba Mutakabbir as Randall Lawson.

Air Date: Wednesday, May 1 (9:00-10:00 PM ET/PT) on FOX. 

Photos: “Proud Mary Keep On”

STAR: L-R: Brittany O’Grady and guest star Evan Ross in the “Square One” episode of STAR airing Wednesday, April 24 (9:00-10:00 PM ET/PT) on FOX. ©2019 Fox Media LLC CR: Wilford Harewood/FOX.

Episode 3×16 “Square One”

IT’S ONE STEP FORWARD AND TWO STEPS BACK

Nicole Ari Parker and Kimberly Elise Guest-Star

To campaign for the ASA Awards, Gravity throws an Easter brunch showcasing their artists, but as the awards draw nearer, the future of Take 3 and their solo careers are on the line.

As the label faces possible bankruptcy, Carlotta must rally the troops to woo Empire executive, Giselle (guest star Nicole Ari Parker), in hopes she will invest.

Star struggles to juggle Davis and her career, and clashes with Noah’s mom, Dianne (guest star Kimberly Elise).

Meanwhile, Alex plans for her future and Simone doubles down on her activism, which puts Angel (guest star Evan Ross) in danger. 

Cast: Queen Latifah as Carlotta Brown, Brandy Norwood as Cassie, Jude Demorest as Star Davis, Ryan Destiny as Alexandra Crane, Brittany O’Grady as Simone Davis, Amiyah Scott as Cotton, Quincy Brown as Derek Jones, Miss Lawrence as Miss Bruce, Luke James as Noah Brooks, Lance Gross as Maurice, Matthew Noszka as Jackson “Jax” Ellis, and William Levy as Mateo.

Guest Cast: Evan Ross as Angel Rivera, Major as Rashad, Nicole Ari Parker as Giselle Simms, Ashton Grooms as Dior, Harold Perrineau as Bobby Brooks, and Kimberly Elise as Dianne.

Air Date: Wednesday, April 24 (9:00-10:00 PM ET/PT) on FOX. 

Photos: “Square One”

STAR: Jude Demorest in the “Lean On Me” episode of STAR airing Wednesday, April 17 (9:00-10:00 PM ET/PT) on FOX. ©2019 Fox Media LLC CR: Wilford Harewood/FOX.

Episode 3×15 “Lean On Me”

FAMILY COMES FIRST

Patti LaBelle Guest-Stars

Simone and Alex prepare to compete against newcomer Amber (guest star Erika Tham) for their ASA performance.

Noah’s father, Bobby (guest star Harold Perrineau), returns to help Noah with his sobriety and fatherhood.

Meanwhile, Miss Christine (guest star Patti LaBelle), Cousin Duke (guest star Glenn MaGee) and Cousin Rashad (guest star Major) come to town, much to the chagrin of Carlotta and Cassie.

Then, Leon (guest star Kia Shine) makes Cotton an offer. 

Cast: Queen Latifah as Carlotta Brown, Brandy Norwood as Cassie, Jude Demorest as Star Davis, Ryan Destiny as Alexandra Crane, Brittany O’Grady as Simone Davis, Amiyah Scott as Cotton, Quincy Brown as Derek Jones, Miss Lawrence as Miss Bruce, Luke James as Noah Brooks, Lance Gross as Maurice, Matthew Noszka as Jackson “Jax” Ellis, and William Levy as Mateo.

Guest Cast: Evan Ross as Angel, Patti LaBelle as Miss Christine, Major as Cousin Rashad, Glenn MaGee as Cousin Duke, Kia Shine as Leon, Erika Tham as Amber and Harold Perrineau as Bobby Brooks.

Air Date: Wednesday, April 17 (9:00-10:00 PM ET/PT) on FOX. 

Photos: “Lean on Me”

STAR: L-R: Matthew Noszka and Luke James in the “Amazing Grace” episode of STAR. ©2019 Fox Media LLC CR: Wilford Harewood/FOX.

Episode 3×14 “Amazing Grace”

THE POWER OF SISTERHOOD PREVAILS

Kimberly Elise and Ben Vereen Guest-Star

Carlotta and Gravity throw a Legend Tribute concert to campaign for the ASA Awards.

When Star’s health takes a turn for the worse, Simone is put in a difficult decision.

Meanwhile, Alex attempts to trust her family again, Cassie and Maurice’s relationship reaches new heights and Noah grapples with his reality after a visit from his mother, Dianne (guest star Kimberly Elise).

Gigi (guest star Keke Palmer) makes a career changing choice and Cassie takes matters into her own hands with her father. 

Cast: Queen Latifah as Carlotta Brown, Brandy Norwood as Cassie, Jude Demorest as Star Davis, Ryan Destiny as Alexandra Crane, Brittany O’Grady as Simone Davis, Amiyah Scott as Cotton, Quincy Brown as Derek Jones, Miss Lawrence as Miss Bruce, Luke James as Noah Brooks, Lance Gross as Maurice, Matthew Noszka as Jackson “Jax” Ellis, and William Levy as Mateo.

Guest Cast: Ben Vereen as Calvin Brown, Keke Palmer as GiGi, Ashton Grooms as Dior, and Kimberly Elise as Dianne.

Air Date: Wednesday, April 10 (9:00-10:00 PM ET/PT) on FOX. 

Photos: “Amazing Grace”

STAR: Queen Latifah in the “The Reckoning” episode of STAR. Co. CR: Wilford Harewood/FOX.

Episode 3×13 “The Reckoning”

IT’S KILL OR BE KILLED

Keke Palmer and Chad Michael Murray Guest-Star

Under Mateo’s hand, Gravity Media’s finances are in the gutter and the team must pull off a successful ASA party to get back in the game.

Carlotta returns and jumps right back into cleaning up everyone’s mess.

Cassie closes in on Xander (guest star Chad Michael Murray) and digs into the past, after her father’s bombshell. Meanwhile, Simone watches over Star as Noah wrestles with his demons, and Alex and GiGi’s (guest star Keke Palmer) rivalry takes a new turn. 

Cast: Queen Latifah as Carlotta Brown, Brandy Norwood as Cassie, Jude Demorest as Star Davis, Ryan Destiny as Alexandra Crane, Brittany O’Grady as Simone Davis, Amiyah Scott as Cotton, Quincy Brown as Derek Jones, Miss Lawrence as Miss Bruce, Luke James as Noah Brooks, Lance Gross as Maurice, Matthew Noszka as Jackson “Jax” Ellis, and William Levy as Mateo.

Guest Cast: Chad Michael Murray as Xander McPherson, Zulay Henao as Lucia, Lyndie Greenwood as Megan Jetter, Keke Palmer as GiGi, and Ashton Grooms as Dior.

Air Date: Wednesday, April 3 (9:00-10:00 PM ET/PT) on FOX. 

Photos: “The Reckoning”

STAR: Quincy Brown in the “Toxic” episode of STAR. Co. CR: Wilford Harewood/FOX.

Episode 3×12 “Toxic”

THE GIRLS FIGHT DIRTY

Keke Palmer, Ben Vereen and Rick Ross Guest-Star

With ASA nominations approaching, Alex and Gigi’s rivalry heats up into a sing off, while both of their family dramas come to a head.

Star struggles with being away from Davis, as Noah battles his old vice. Miss Bruce, Simone and Cotton make a startling discovery that could help Star get out of jail.

Meanwhile, Cassie and Maurice team up for a take-down. 

Cast: Queen Latifah as Carlotta Brown, Brandy Norwood as Cassie, Jude Demorest as Star Davis, Ryan Destiny as Alexandra Crane, Brittany O’Grady as Simone Davis, Amiyah Scott as Cotton, Quincy Brown as Derek Jones, Miss Lawrence as Miss Bruce, Luke James as Noah Brooks, Lance Gross as Maurice, Matthew Noszka as Jackson “Jax” Ellis, and William Levy as Mateo.

Guest Cast: Evan Ross as Angel Rivera, Keke Palmer as Gigi, Asha Kamali as Aunt Missy, Tammi Mac as Aunt Ginny, Nealla Gordon as Charlene, Rick Ross as Irv Riddick, and Ben Vereen as Calvin Brown.

Air Date: Wednesday, March 27 (9:00-10:00 PM ET/PT) on FOX. 

Photos: “Toxic”

STAR: Ryan Destiny. Co. CR: Wilford Harewood/FOX.

Episode 3×11 “Watch the Throne”

IT’S A FIGHT FOR THE CROWN

Star’s situation with the law intensifies, while Noah juggles new priorities.

Gigi (guest star Keke Palmer) and Alex face off to see who will be number one at the label.

Meanwhile, Simone, Mateo and Derek fight city council to make Atlanta a sanctuary city in order to get Angel (guest star Evan Ross) home. 

Cast: Queen Latifah as Carlotta Brown, Brandy Norwood as Cassie, Jude Demorest as Star Davis, Ryan Destiny as Alexandra Crane, Brittany O’Grady as Simone Davis, Amiyah Scott as Cotton, Quincy Brown as Derek Jones, Miss Lawrence as Miss Bruce, Luke James as Noah Brooks, Lance Gross as Maurice, Matthew Noszka as Jackson “Jax” Ellis, and William Levy as Mateo.

Guest Cast: KeKe Palmer as Gigi, Even Ross as Angel, Zulay Henao as Lucia, Lyndie Greenwood as Megan Jetter, Tammi Mac as Aunt Ginny, Asha Kamli as Aunt Missy, and Kosine as Lil Dini.

Air Date: Wednesday, March 20 (9:00-10:00 PM ET/PT) on FOX. 

Photos: “Watch the Throne”

STAR: Brandy Norwood.
Co. CR: Wilford Harewood/FOX.

Episode 3×10 “When Stars Fall” (Spring Premiere)

CHASING JUSTICE FOR ALL

Chad Michael Murray and Ben Vereen Guest-Star

After giving birth, Star ends up jeopardizing everything she has worked for, while Simone fights for her family.

Meanwhile, Carlotta opens up about buried trauma from her past, Cassie puts her neck on the line to save her nephew, Alex’s career is skyrocketing and the team begins to think about the future of their musical careers. 

Cast: Queen Latifah as Carlotta Brown, Brandy Norwood as Cassie, Jude Demorest as Star Davis, Ryan Destiny as Alexandra Crane, Brittany O’Grady as Simone Davis, Amiyah Scott as Cotton, Quincy Brown as Derek Jones, Miss Lawrence as Miss Bruce, Luke James as Noah Brooks, Lance Gross as Maurice, Matthew Noszka as Jackson “Jax” Ellis, and William Levy as Mateo.

Guest Cast: Ben Vereen as Calvin Brown, Chad Michael Murray as Xander, Nealla Gordon as Charlene, and Trayce Malachi as Jayden.

Air Date: Wednesday, March 13 (9:00-10:00 PM ET/PT) on FOX. 

Photos: “When Stars Fall”

STAR: L-R: Brittany O’Grady, Jude Demorest and Ryan Destiny. Co. CR: Wilford Harewood/FOX.

Episode 3×09 “Zion” (Fall Finale)

EVERYONE’S LIFE IS CHANGED FOREVER

Ben Vereen Guest-Stars

Carlotta does what she can to make the Rhythm and Bells Festival a success.

However, challenges arise when Star ends up in a legal bind, Alex makes a major career move, Simone is hiding a secret and Cassie gets out of jail seeking revenge.

Meanwhile, Derek and Ruby volunteer at the shelter, where Ruby comes face-to-face with the man who attacked her.

Then, tempers flare as Carlotta and Cassie’s father, Calvin (guest star Ben Vereen), shows up unexpectedly.

Cast: Queen Latifah as Carlotta Brown, Brandy Norwood as Cassie, Jude Demorest as Star Davis, Ryan Destiny as Alexandra Crane, Brittany O’Grady as Simone Davis, Amiyah Scott as Cotton, Quincy Brown as Derek Jones, Miss Lawrence as Miss Bruce, Luke James as Noah Brooks, Lance Gross as Maurice, Matthew Noszka as Jackson “Jax” Ellis, and William Levy as Mateo.

Guest Cast: Evan Ross as Angel Rivera, Jaunita Jennings as Grandma Ruby, Trayce Malachi as Jayden, Harold Perrineau as Bobby, Nealla Gordon as Charlene, Furly Mac as Mike Mike, Chad Michael Murray as Xander, Ben Vereen as Calvin, Kosine as Lil Dini, Draya Michele as Chloe.

Air Date: Wednesday, Dec. 5 (9:00-10:00 PM ET/PT) on FOX. 

Photos: “Zion”

STAR: L-R: Ryan Destiny, Queen Latifah and Jude Demorest in the “Roots and Wings” episode of STAR. Co. CR: Wilford Harewood/FOX.

Episode 3×08 “Roots and Wings”

SOME THINGS CHANGE, WHILE SOME THINGS STAY THE SAME

Ben Vereen and Evan Ross Guest-Star

Carlotta returns to Gravity Records, but finds out a lot has changed. Star meets Jackson’s mother, Becky (guest star Kelly Sullivan), and makes a shocking discovery.

Meanwhile, Simone asks Nina for help when Angel (guest star Evan Ross) returns in an unlikely way; Alex, still reeling from her fight with Derek, struggles with writing her own music; and Noah becomes dangerously paranoid and enlists his father, Bobby (guest star Harold Perrineau), as his new manager.

Then, Cassie and Carlotta take steps towards making amends and Carlotta finds healing in confronting her father, Calvin (guest star Ben Vereen).

Cast: Queen Latifah as Carlotta Brown, Brandy Norwood as Cassie, Jude Demorest as Star Davis, Ryan Destiny as Alexandra Crane, Brittany O’Grady as Simone Davis, Amiyah Scott as Cotton, Quincy Brown as Derek Jones, Miss Lawrence as Miss Bruce, Luke James as Noah Brooks, Lance Gross as Maurice, Matthew Noszka as Jackson “Jax” Ellis, and William Levy as Mateo.

Guest Cast: Evan Ross as Angel Rivera, Jaunita Jennings as Grandma Ruby, Harold Perrineau as Bobby, Camila Banus as Nina, Chad Michael Murray as Xander, Kelly Sullivan as Becky, Ben Vereen as Calvin, Draya Michele as Chloe.

Air Date: Wednesday, Nov. 28 (9:00-10:00 PM ET/PT) on FOX.

Photos: “Roots and Wings”

STAR: L-R: Ryan Destiny, Jude Demorest and Brittany O’Grady. Co. CR: Wilford Harewood/FOX.

Episode 3×07 “Karma”

WHAT GOES AROUND COMES AROUND

Gravity Media recruits social media influencer Chloe David (guest star Draya Michele) to attract more attention to Carlotta’s (Queen Latifah) festival, but Take 3’s plan to hijack attention to their album doesn’t go as planned.

Cassie’s relationship with Xander (guest star Chad Michael Murray) gets more complicated and Star must face her fears in order to build her family with Jax.

Meanwhile, Detective Montero puts Derek (Quincy Brown) in a dangerous position that could cost him everything. 

Cast: Queen Latifah as Carlotta Brown, Brandy Norwood as Cassie, Jude Demorest as Star Davis, Ryan Destiny as Alexandra Crane, Brittany O’Grady as Simone Davis, Amiyah Scott as Cotton, Quincy Brown as Derek Jones, Miss Lawrence as Miss Bruce, Luke James as Noah Brooks, Lance Gross as Maurice, Matthew Noszka as Jackson “Jax” Ellis, and William Levy as Mateo

Guest Cast: Chad Michael Murray as Xander, Lyndie Greenwood as Megan, Kosine as Lil Dini, Gabrielle Walsh as Detective Maria Montero and Draya Michele as Chloe David.

Air Date: Wednesday, Nov. 14 (9:00-10:00 PM ET/PT) on FOX. 

Photos: “Karma”

STAR: L-R: Jude Demorest, Ryan Destiny and Brittany O’Grady in the “Ante Up” episode. Co. CR: Wilford Harewood/FOX.

Episode 3×06 “Ante Up”

THE GLOVES COME OFF

In an effort to boost ticket sales, Mateo brings on controversial rapper Lil Dini (guest star Kosine), who clashes with Take 3. Star and Noah confide in each other about their relationship issues and Simone is put in a sticky situation when Jackson is cast as her co-star in a movie.

Meanwhile, Derek’s keeping a secret, Cotton’s suspicions about Cassie grow and Xander (guest star Chad Michael Murray) pushes Cassie to find the rat in her organization. 

Cast: Queen Latifah as Carlotta Brown, Brandy Norwood as Cassie, Jude Demorest as Star Davis, Ryan Destiny as Alexandra Crane, Brittany O’Grady as Simone Davis, Amiyah Scott as Cotton, Quincy Brown as Derek Jones, Miss Lawrence as Miss Bruce, Luke James as Noah Brooks, Lance Gross as Maurice, Matthew Noszka as Jackson “Jax” Ellis, and William Levy as Mateo.

Guest Cast: Camila Banus as Nina, Lyndie Greenwood as Megan, Trayce Malachi Baker as Jayden, Chad Michael Murray as Xander, Kosine as Lil Dini, Carlos E. Lopez as Camilo.

Air Date: Wednesday, Nov. 7 (9:00-10:00 PM ET/PT) on FOX. 

Photos: “The Gloves Come Off”

STAR: L-R: Jude Demorest and Brittany O’Grady in the “Someday We’ll All Be Free” episode of STAR. Co. CR: Wilford Harewood/FOX.

Episode 3×05 “Someday We’ll all be Free”

[EDITOR’S NOTE: In the event that a World Series Game 7 IS necessary, EMPIRE and STAR will be preempted, and local programming will air in primetime on the West Coast.]

Carlotta goes missing, suspicions about Olivia (guest star Kayla Smith) rise as she continues to pursue a friendship with Alex to cope with the loss of her sister. Maurice and Mateo settle on an agreement that tests Noah’s loyalty.

Miss Bruce and Bobby (guest star Harold Perrineau) connect over their similar pasts and Noah, Simone, and Star try to keep Carlotta’s Music Festival afloat in her absence. 

Cast: Queen Latifah as Carlotta Brown, Brandy Norwood as Cassie, Jude Demorest as Star Davis, Ryan Destiny as Alexandra Crane, Brittany O’Grady as Simone Davis, Amiyah Scott as Cotton, Quincy Brown as Derek Jones, Miss Lawrence as Miss Bruce, Luke James as Noah Brooks, Lance Gross as Maurice, Matthew Noszka as Jackson “Jax” Ellis, and William Levy as Mateo.

Guest Cast: Benjamin Bratt as Jahil, Camila Banus as Nina, Kayla Smith as Olivia, Lyndie Greenwood as Megan, Harold Perrineau as Bobby Brooks, Olivia Dawson as Geraldine, and Kenneth Israel as Chris Mackey.

Air Date: Wednesday, Nov.1 (9:00-10:00 PM ET/PT) on FOX. 

Photos: “Someday We’ll All Be Free”

STAR: L-R: Chad Michael Murray and Brandy Norwood. Co. CR: Wilford Harewood/FOX

Episode 3×04 “All Falls Down”

CARLOTTA STANDS STRONG

Terrence J (“Think Like a Man,” “Safeword”), Lyndie Greenwood (“Flint,” “Sleepy Hollow”) and Chad Michael Murray (“One Tree Hill,” “Agent Carter”) Guest-Star

Still stressed and grieving, Carlotta lands celebrity host Ryan J (Terrence J) to host Gravity Media’s Snowball event, but it doesn’t come easy.

Meanwhile, Star finds out that Maurice stole from her, and Derek becomes skeptical about Alex’s super-fan-turned-bestie, Olivia (guest star Kayla Smith).

Then, Simone is asked to speak at the Orange Ball; Cassie does business with her ex, Xander (guest star Chad Michael Murray); Maurice gets a blast from the past; and someone’s fate is revealed.

Cast: Queen Latifah as Carlotta Brown, Brandy Norwood as Cassie, Jude Demorest as Star Davis, Ryan Destiny as Alexandra Crane, Brittany O’Grady as Simone Davis, Amiyah Scott as Cotton, Quincy Brown as Derek Jones, Miss Lawrence as Miss Bruce, Luke James as Noah Brooks, Lance Gross as Maurice, Matthew Noszka as Jackson “Jax” Ellis, and William Levy as Mateo.

Guest Cast: Elijah Kelley as Andy, Camila Banus as Nina, Kim Zolziack as herself, Kroy Biermann as himself, Chad Michael Murray as Xander McPherson, Kayla Smith as Olivia, Terrence J as Ryan J and Lyndie Greenwood as Megan.

Air Date: Wednesday, Oct. 17 (9:00-10:00 PM ET/PT) on FOX. 

Photos: “All Falls Down”

STAR: L-R: Matthew Noszka and Jude Demorest. Co. CR: Wilford Harewood/FOX

Episode 3×03 “A Family Affair”

FAMILY TIES ARE TESTED

Chad Michael Murray Guest-Stars

In an attempt to “go legit,” Cassie embarks on a new venture with a businessman (guest star Chad Michael Murray), that interferes with Carlotta’s work.

Meanwhile, Noah struggles with making a contract decision under the watch of his father, Bobby (guest star Harold Perrineau), who is now back in his life.

Then, still struggling with the death of a super-fan’s sister, Alex helps the fan start a music career.

Also, a shocking discovery causes Star to take family a little more seriously, Simone finds out a secret about Mateo she can’t keep to herself and Andy is back in trouble.

Cast: Queen Latifah as Carlotta Brown, Brandy Norwood as Cassie, Jude Demorest as Star Davis, Ryan Destiny as Alexandra Crane, Brittany O’Grady as Simone Davis, Amiyah Scott as Cotton, Quincy Brown as Derek Jones, Miss Lawrence as Miss Bruce, Luke James as Noah Brooks, Lance Gross as Maurice, Luke James as Noah Brooks, Matthew Noszka as Jackson “Jax” Ellis, and William Levy as Mateo.

Guest Cast: Elijah Kelley as Andy, Evan Ross as Angel Rivera, Juanita Jennings as Grandma Ruby, Camila Banus as Nina, Harold Perrineau as Bobby Brooks, Chad Michael Murray as Xander McPherson, and Kayla Smith as Olivia.

Air Date: Wednesday, Oct. 10 (9:00-10:00 PM ET/PT) on FOX. 

Photos: “A Family Affair”

STAR: L-R: Ryan Destiny, Jude Demorest and Brittany O’Grady. Co. CR: Wilford Harewood/FOX

Episode 3×02 “Who’s the Daddy?”

STAR: Ryan Destiny, Jude Demorest, and Brittany O’Grady. Co. CR: Wilford Harewood/FOX

Episode 3×01 “Secrets and Lies”

SHOCKING REVEALS

Grammy Award Winner Patti Labelle Guest-Stars

STAR picks up three months later, as Star returns home from touring, and Alex and Simone’s fates are finally answered.

Carlotta and Cassie’s sibling rivalry continues, as the two grapple with the aftermath of Cassie’s big mistake, and Christine (guest star Patti Labelle) is caught in the middle.

When Carlotta’s back is against the wall, Midtown Sound’s strength and future is tested by Mateo Ferrera (William Levy), and Star’s big announcement leaves a lot of questions unanswered. 

Cast: Queen Latifah as Carlotta Brown, Brandy Norwood as Cassie, Jude Demorest as Star Davis, Ryan Destiny as Alexandra, Brittany O’Grady as Simone Davis, Amiyah Scott as Cotton, Quincy Brown as Derek Jones, Miss Lawrence as Miss Bruce, Luke James as Noah Brooks, Lance Gross as Maurice, Luke James as Noah Brooks, Matthew Noszka as Jackson and William Levy as Mateo.

Guest Cast: Patti LaBelle as Christine Brown, Evan Ross as Angel Rivera, Elijah Kelley as Andy, Juanita Jennings as Grandma Ruby, Meagan Good as Natalie Knight, Camila Banus as Nina and Harold Perrineau as Bobby Brooks

Air Date: Wednesday, September 26 (9:00-10:00 PM ET/PT) on FOX.

Photos: “Secrets and Lies”