#TheChi Exclusive Clip: Professor Gardner Has His Doubts About Alicia

Pop, lock, and drop everything you’re doing, honeys! It’s about time we served you some straight-off-the-griddle, spicy news from the ever-stirring world of ‘The Chi.’ Get yourselves buckled up for this Friday, June 13, ’cause BOSSIP is blessing your screen with an exclusive look at what’s cooking in the South Side.

Get ready to ride shotgun as our oh-so-gracious Alicia, portrayed by the indomitable Lynn Whitfield, unveils the sumptuous, sun-kissed, Chi city landscapes to our new homie, Bakari, brought to life by Ahmad Ferguson. But don’t just take my word for it. Let Bakari’s awe-struck “Man, I ain’t never been to nothing like this” paint the picture.

On the lake, Alicia then pivots this casual encounter into a networking goldmine. She introduces Bakari to her publisher friend, Hannah, with Bakari’s book already making waves in her circuit. But when the sweet turns sour, it’s none other than Professor Gardner, aka the sensational Kadeem Hardison, batting for Team Skeptical. The situation leaves him questioning the whys and wherefores of Alicia’s intentions.

“The professor is suspicious, your honor,” he says to Judge Bradley, embodied by Charmin Lee, with an undercurrent of incredulity. “What’s next? Alicia brokering a book deal?” His concerns are met with a teasing question, “Jealous much?”

In an earnest confession, Gardner admits wanting Bakari to succeed. But as he questions Alicia’s intent, a grueling power play churns beneath the surface.

Now y’all, prepare to get the sneak-peek below, ’cause honey, the drama is about to get real!

This season 7 of ‘The Chi’ is shining the spotlight on the robust women of the South Side, with Alicia driving the narrative. Amid escalating tensions, shifting loyalties, and fierce rivalries, everyone’s eyes are on that lustrous crown and its hefty repercussions.

Blessing the South Side with their power-packed performances are Tony Award winner Phylicia Rashad, NAACP Image Award winner Wendy Raquel Robinson, and Emmy Award winner Karrueche Tran in tantalizing guest roles. The stellar ensemble introduces Jacob Latimore, Yolonda Ross, Shamon Brown Jr., Michael V. Epps, Birgundi Baker, and Luke James along with fan favorites like Chris Lee, Brett Gray, Rotimi, Jackie Long, Jill Marie Jones, and more.

Created by Emmy Winner Lena Waithe and produced hand in hand with Justin Hillian, Jewel Coronel, and Academy Award winner Common, this brand-new season pledges to stay loyal to its true Chicagoan heart, offering compelling stories that capture its hustle and spirit perfectly.

Grab your popcorn bowls ’cause an electrifying new episode of ‘The Chi’ is about to drop at midnight on Paramount+ with Showtime. Stay tuned and stay woke, ’cause the South Side is about to take us for a ride! ‘Til then, stay high on culture and low on drama, sweethearts!