Christina Milian to Replace the Late <br />Naya Rivera in 'Step Up' Series.<br />On Feb. 8, Starz announced that Milian will be assuming the role of Collette Jones in the series.<br />Rivera played the character for <br />two seasons on 'Step Up: High Water.'.<br />It originally aired on YouTube, and Rivera was preparing to go into production with Starz prior to her untimely death in July of 2020.<br />Milian issued a statement <br />about coming into the role.<br />I am so excited to join the Step Up family. I know I have massive shoes to fill, Christina Milian, via statement.<br />Naya was incredible. I hope to honor Naya, her family, friends and fans with a great performance, Christina Milian, via statement.<br />Show creator and executive producer Holly Sorensen <br />said that the cast and crew will "never stop mourning" <br />Rivera's death but are happy to welcome Milian.<br />It was almost impossible to consider there could be someone so graceful and loving who could both help us honor our loss, while also bringing a deep reservoir of talent to our show, in so many areas. , Holly Sorensen, 'Step Up' creator and executive producer, via statement.<br />Christina is an exceptional human and a dazzling performer and we are so happy she has joined our family, Holly Sorensen, 'Step Up' creator and executive producer, via statement
