Reneé Rapp Returns to Acting with Role in Apple TV+’s ‘The Morning Show’

Reneé Rapp, known for her burgeoning music career and previous roles in “The Sex Lives of College Girls” and the “Mean Girls” movie adaptation, is returning to acting with a major recurring role in Season 5 of Apple TV+’s critically acclaimed drama, “The Morning Show.”

A Return to the Screen

After focusing on music for the past few years, releasing two albums and touring, Rapp will play Samantha, a young rising star within the UBN news division, determined to forge her own path in the media landscape. Collider first reported the news on March 19, 2026, with Deadline and TVLine confirming the casting shortly after.

Joining a Stellar Cast

Rapp joins a star-studded ensemble that includes Reese Witherspoon, Jennifer Aniston, Billy Crudup, Mark Duplass, Nestor Carbonell, Karen Pittman, and Jon Hamm. Season 5 will also feature new additions Jeff Daniels and Jesse Williams. Deadline reports that the series is showrun and executive produced by Charlotte Stoudt, and directed and executive produced by Mimi Leder.

From Broadway to Streaming and Beyond

Rapp’s initial foray into screen acting included a lead role in the HBO Max series “The Sex Lives of College Girls” and reprising her role as Regina George from the Broadway production of “Mean Girls” in the film adaptation. She departed “The Sex Lives of College Girls” after Season 2 to concentrate on her music career. Her return to acting signifies a broadening of her artistic pursuits.

What to Expect from ‘The Morning Show’ Season 5

“The Morning Show” has turn into known for its depiction of ambition, ego, and the challenges of working in a high-pressure media environment. The addition of Rapp, described as someone who can “own a room and produce an impression fast,” suggests the show will continue to deliver its signature blend of drama and intrigue. Collider notes that casting Rapp feels like a natural progression for a series built around such themes.