The Impact Atlanta is back. BET+ announced on Tuesday (June 27) that the popular docuseries in partnership with eOne and Quality Films will be returning for a second season.
The eight-episode series highlights Atlanta’s most influential young creatives and influencers as they give viewers a look into their lives, featuring important events, conversations, and moments they experience. Additionally, the six castmembers will share a peek into the creative process, preparation and deal-making it takes to expand their personal brands and impact the culture.
The Impact Atlanta is executive produced by Kevin “Coach K” Lee, Pierre “P” Thomas and Brian Sher for Quality Films; Karam Gill; and Tara Long and Gennifer Gardiner for eOne. Connie Orlando, EVP of specials, music programming and strategy will oversee for BET+ along with Angela Aguilera, SVP of music programming and development. Morgan Miller will serve as the showrunner.
While the series is currently in production with a premiere date to be announced later this year, the cast has been confirmed, with a group of returning season one favorites and one brand new castmember: rapper and influencer Jerrika Karlae.
With a combined social media following of more than 20 million users, the season two cast represents a new generation of creatives who use their personas and technology to amass followings, start and grow businesses, set trends and create music.
See below for the full Impact Atlanta season two cast, revealed exclusively via Billboard.
Fletcher rose to popularity on social media after sharing fashion and hairstyle trends, before launching her popular makeup line Remedy by Ari. She also has a YouTube series, #DinnerWithTheDon, in which she shows off her cooking skills and sense of humor.
Instagram Handle: @therealkylesister
Dess Dior made her mark in the rap world with single like “Don’t Play” and “Rich B*tch,” and beyond music, she has launched her own entertainment label, accessory line and is currently working on a fashion line.
Instagram Handle: @1dessdior
The sought-after hairstylist has worked with superstars like Nicki Minaj, Lala Anthony, and JT from City Girls, to name a few. His work was even referenced in Drake’s “Laugh Now Cry Later.” He recently introduced his hair care line Obviously Arrogant with a national retail distribution deal and his clothing brand is set for a summer 2023 debut.
Instagram Handle: @arrogant_tae123
The recording artist, influencer and entrepreneur first gained public recognition back in 2018 with her hit “U Ain’t Slime Enough.” Since then, she has collaborated with top rappers like Yung Miami of City Girls, Coi Leray, Gunna and Lil Yachty.
Instagram Handle: @okaykarlae
The rapper and singer shot into the spotlight in 2019 when she did a remix of a City Girls track for the viral “First Day Out” challenge, which caught the eyes of Quality Control Music and City Girls’ JT, who reposted her track. She landed a spot in XXL’s coveted 2021 Freshman Class, and in 2022, Lakeyah signed to Motown Records and released two EPs, No Pressure Part 1 and No Pressure Part 2.
Instagram Handle: @lakeyah
The artist and aspiring actor released his first album, What’z My Name?, at just 10 years old. He was first introduced to Impact Atlanta fans as Ari’s bestie and Tae’s assistant, winning the hearts of viewers with his quick wit and hilarious reads. He’s currently working on an EP set for a summer 2023 release.
Instagram Handle: @bm313atl