Starz Reveals Major ‘Power: Origins’ Casting: Jennifer Ferrin Joins as Young Kate Egan

Starz has announced a pivotal new cast member for its upcoming series. Jennifer Ferrin will play a young Kate Egan in Power: Origins. The news was confirmed by the network on Monday. This prequel series will explore the early days of iconic characters.Ferrin joins the cast of the direct sequel to Power Book III: Raising Kanan. Her role is central to Tommy Egan’s troubled backstory. The series is a key expansion of the hit Power franchise universe.

Ferrin Joins Core Cast of Young Ghost and Tommy

Ferrin will portray Tommy’s mother, Kate Egan. According to the official character description from Starz, Kate is melodramatic and manipulative. She struggles with addiction but commands fierce devotion from her son.She joins previously announced lead actors. Spence Moore II plays young Ghost, or James St. Patrick. Charlie Mann portrays the younger version of Tommy Egan. Mekai Curtis continues his role as Kanan Stark from Raising Kanan.

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Power: Origins will follow Ghost, Tommy, and Kanan as young entrepreneurs. Their goal is to build a criminal empire in New York City. The show is the fourth spinoff in the blockbuster franchise.The series will delve into formative relationships and alliances. It aims to show how the trio’s bond was forged on the streets. This story leads directly into the events of the original Power series.Sascha Penn serves as showrunner and executive producer. He co-wrote the pilot with original Power creator Courtney Kemp. Executive producers also include Curtis “50 Cent” Jackson and Mark Canton.

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The casting of Jennifer Ferrin solidifies a crucial piece of the Power: Origins puzzle. Her performance will define the difficult maternal relationship that shaped a fan-favorite character. This new chapter promises to deepen the rich mythology of television’s most gripping crime saga.

Thought you’d like to know

What is *Power: Origins* about?

*Power: Origins* is a prequel series. It follows the early lives of Ghost, Tommy, and Kanan as young men building their empire in New York City. The show is a direct sequel to *Power Book III: Raising Kanan*.

Who else is in the new cast?

New recurring cast members include Lizzy DeClement and Lenny Platt. Armani Gabriel and Everett Osborne also join in key roles. Jason Dirden will reprise his role as Traymont Stinson from *Raising Kanan*.

When will *Power: Origins* premiere?

An official premiere date has not been announced yet. The series is currently in production. Starz confirmed the casting news as development continues.

Is this the final *Power* spinoff?

It is the fourth spinoff series in the franchise. The network has not announced plans for further series. The original *Power* universe now includes five total series.

Who is producing the series?

The series is executive produced by creator Courtney Kemp and Curtis “50 Cent” Jackson. Showrunner Sascha Penn and producer Mark Canton are also key executives. Lionsgate Television produces the show.