As an actress who’s been a part of sitcoms that have shaped generations, Atkins understands the demand for reboots of some of our cult classics, particularly Smart Guy.

Recently, her co-star from the hit Disney series, Tahj Mowry revealed that a reboot could very soon be underway. Atkins explains just why she’d be totally on board with bringing the show back.

“I have a nine-year-old son who has started watching the show and I love the messaging in that show, I love the lessons in that show,” she chimed. “ All these years later, it’s still a great show. It’s still a relevant show and I think there are still so many valuable topics that we explored during the show.”

From racial profiling to bullying and intelligence and expectations with a splash of sibling rivalry, Atkins says that there are so many themes in the show that are still very relevant and have meaning and gravitas today.

“In terms of doing a reboot, I would be open to it because I think these characters would be in very different places all these years later,” Atkins concluded. “I would love to see how they’re family now.”

Catch Essence Atkins in Coins Forever now airing on TV One and watch the interview below:

Coins Forever

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