Two familiar faces are heading to Fairmont Crest! Singer, songwriter and reality television star Kandi Burruss and beloved host, actress, author and cook Tabitha Brown are set to make special guest appearances on CBS daytime drama Beyond the Gates next week.
According to Michael Fairman TV, Burruss will portray a character named Kalista Kilroy, while Brown will appear as Tia Allen. Viewers first spotted the names of both guest stars in the soap opera’s closing credits, sparking curiosity about their upcoming roles and how they will fit into the show’s ongoing storylines.
The actresses are scheduled to make their first appearances on Thursday, October 22, bringing more star power to the popular daytime series.
Kandi Burruss Takes on a New Role
Burruss is widely known as a founding member of the multi-platinum R&B group Xscape and a successful songwriter whose credits include TLC’s hit “No Scrubs” and Destiny’s Child’s “Bills, Bills, Bills.”
Beyond music, Burruss became a household name through her 15-season run on Bravo’s The Real Housewives of Atlanta. She also won Season 3 of The Masked Singer and has expanded her career into acting and producing, including an appearance on Showtime’s The Chi.
Her work as a Broadway producer earned her a Tony Award nomination for The Piano Lesson, further demonstrating her versatility as an entertainer.
Now, Burruss is stepping into the world of daytime television with her role as Kalista Kilroy. Details about the character and her connections to the residents of Fairmont Crest have not yet been fully revealed.
Tabitha Brown Brings Her Talents to Daytime Drama
Brown has built a devoted following through her warm personality, uplifting messages and approachable cooking videos. Affectionately known by many fans as “America’s Mom,” she has become a recognizable presence across social media, television and publishing.
Her television credits include hosting Food Network’s plant-based cooking competition It’s CompliPlated and the Emmy-winning YouTube series Tab Time. She is also an accomplished actress and author who has inspired audiences with her emphasis on kindness, positivity and plant-based living.
Brown will portray Tia Allen on Beyond the Gates. As with Burruss, further details about her character and storyline remain under wraps.
Beyond the Gates
Continues Its Celebrity Guest-Star Tradition
Set in a prestigious community in the Washington, D.C., Maryland and Virginia region, Beyond the Gates follows the influential Dupree family and the secrets, relationships and conflicts surrounding their world.
The CBS drama has already welcomed familiar personalities from the Real Housewives franchise. The Real Housewives of Potomac stars Karen Huger, Gizelle Bryant and Dr. Wendy Osefo have previously appeared on the series.
Burruss and Brown’s upcoming appearances continue the show’s mix of daytime drama and recognizable celebrity talent. Their arrival raises questions about how Kalista Kilroy and Tia Allen will intersect with the Dupree family and other residents of Fairmont Crest.
Fans can tune in to Beyond the Gates on CBS on weekdays to see the guest stars make their debuts.
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