All American: Major Cast Changes for Season 7

The beloved football drama, "All American," is gearing up for its seventh season with some significant cast changes.

Daniel Ezra's Departure

Daniel Ezra, who has brought Spencer James to life since the show's inception, has confirmed he will not be returning as a series regular in season seven. However, fans can breathe a sigh of relief as Ezra will reprise his role as Spencer in select episodes as a guest star.

In a heartfelt statement, Ezra expressed gratitude for the opportunity to portray Spencer, stating that his primary focus was to "complete the journey of the most life-affirming character I’ve ever played." He elaborated, "Season 6 is ‘Spencer’s goodbye.’ I’ll miss him. I’ll miss our cast and crew. I hope it’s been as fun to watch him as it has been to play him.”

Showrunner Nkechi Okoro Carroll echoed Ezra's sentiments, commending his dedication to the role and highlighting his impactful performance. Carroll stated, "Partnering with Daniel Ezra over the last six seasons to bring Spencer’s story to life has been such an amazing, fulfilling, experience. Daniel truly is a gift and brought so much to the character on and off the field. And while Spencer has achieved his NFL dreams, I’m grateful Daniel will still remain an important part of this family, both in front of and behind the camera as we step into a new, exciting chapter of All American.”

Cody Christian's Uncertain Future

Cody Christian, who plays Asher Adams, has sparked speculation about his potential departure after posting cryptic messages on Instagram in early June. One post featured Christian holding his cast chair, with the caption, "the end is always a new beginning." Another post showcased Christian removing Asher's name from his trailer, accompanied by the caption, "50 yard line. Rose bowl. Taking it all in. 100+ episodes. 6+ years. Most likely the last time I’ll have ‘business’ on a football field.”

While Christian has not explicitly announced his departure, the messages strongly suggest his time on "All American" may be coming to an end. Fans will have to wait for confirmation from Christian or the show's producers to know for sure if Asher will be returning for season seven.

The upcoming season promises to be a dramatic one with the departure of a key character and the uncertain future of another. Despite these changes, "All American" remains a beloved series and will undoubtedly continue to deliver captivating storylines and compelling character development.