‘The Impact Atlanta’ BET+ reality show brings in three new cast members
The BET+ reality series “The Impact Atlanta” has brought in three new cast members for season three: DJ Tori Brixx, artist Gloss Up and rapper LightSkinKeisha.
These social media trendsetters will join Ari Fletcher, the only remaining member from season one, and season two castmates Karlae and Tuson Jewell. The series is currently in production with a premiere date to be announced later this year.
The six influencers collectively have 20 million followers, BET+ said.
A news release noted that the show goes beyond glitz and glamour to “reveal their deeply human side.”
Here is a quick summary of each of the newcomers:
- DJ Tori Brixx, whose real name is Tori Hughes, is a DJ, model, TV host and actress. She has 2.7 million Instagram followers.
- Gloss Up, whose real name is Jerrica Russell, is a rapper who grew up in Memphis and released her first music in 2019. She has 1 million Instagram followers.
- LightSkinKeisha, whose real name is Samantha Deshaun, is an American rapper, singer, songwriter, actress and influencer going back a decade. She has 2.9 million Instagram followers.
- Supporting cast members who are not in every episode include Coca Vango, DayyBella, Sir Julien, and Derrian “Phreshy” Perry.
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