The series announced that Milian would replace Rivera as the character of Collette Jones in 2021.
Afterthe role was recast in 2021, Milian issued a statement about taking it on.
“I am so excited to join theStep Upfamily,” she said, perTVLine.
Naya Rivera as the original Collette Jones in ‘Step Up’; Christina Milian as the new Collette Jones.STARZ
“I know I have massive shoes to fill.
I hope to honor Naya, her family, friends, and fans with a great performance.”
Step Uppremieres Oct. 16 on Starz.
