LaToya Tonodeo Discusses ‘Power Book II: Ghost’ Season 4

by Tatyana Arrington June 29, 2024

by Tatyana Arrington June 29, 2024 77 comments

“Maybe Diana should skip family dinners and just go out to eat by herself” is the first thing I mention in my interview with breakout star LaToya Tonodeo.

LaToya Tonodeo stars as Diana Tejada, the daughter of drug queenpin Monet Tejada (played by Mary J. Blige). The role requires a delicate balance of vulnerability and strength. Tonodeo brings depth and nuance to the role, capturing the complexity of a young woman navigating the treacherous waters of her family’s criminal empire while grappling with her desires and ambitions.

Premiering in September 2020 on Starz, Power Book II: Ghost continues the legacy of its predecessor by diving deep into the lives of characters entangled in the dangerous world of drugs, crime, and power struggles. Michael Rainey Jr. reprises his role as Tariq James St. Patrick, ready to take over the legacy his father left behind.

Earlier this year, it was announced that despite the superstar success of the show, Power Book II: Ghost Season 4 would be its last and final season. Fans were shocked and confused considering the Power franchise is the biggest hit for Starz.

As the Power franchise thrives, Tonodeo’s star power is set to shine even brighter, making her a force to be reckoned with in television and beyond.

LaToya and I discuss the show’s ending, her feelings about Diana’s ending, and more in our interview.

Watch the full interview below:

Power Book II: Ghost airs Fridays on STARZ at 8:00 PM EST.

Tatyana Arrington

Tatyana Arrington is an actress, entertainment reporter, social media influencer, entrepreneur, and co- author. Originally from Queens, New York, Tatyana’s career began as an infant model at Wilhelmina Agency and was featured in campaigns for Spiegel and Toys R Us. Her first professional acting job was in Mirandy and Brother Wind with Acting Up! Since graduating from Georgia Southern University with a Bachelor’s in Communications, she completed an internship with The Atlanta Shakespeare Tavern. Post apprenticeship, she starred in Tavern shows A Midsummer Night’s Dream, Macbeth, As You Like It, and Love’s Labour’s Lost. Tatyana has made television appearances on Homicide Hunter Lt. Joe Kenda and Fatal Attraction. Tatyana’s influencer work began in 2018 and since then she has worked global brands including Reebok, GoDaddy, Fab Fit Fun, Amazon, Tampax, Holiday Inn, Zaful, and Atlantis Bahamas on campaigns in front of the camera. In 2019 she began her journey as a digital host professional and has got to cover press events for Disney, Netflix, BET, Amazon, and Starz. In April 2020, Tatyana re-launched Stix Unlimited, a unisex streetwear clothing line founded by her late brother. Tatyana was named one of the “Resilience Rising” by People Magazine and U.S. Bank in honor of her efforts with STIX. In February 2021, Tatyana teamed up with with her mother, Vanessa and sister, Summer to write “The Adventures of Summer and Winter” inspired by her younger sister and puppy of the same name. The Adventures of Summer and Winter is available at Amazon, Barnes & Noble, and Walmart.