Tyler Perry's Sistas

Sullivan Jones, Darone Okoli and Walnette Marie Santiago have joined the cast of “Tyler Perry’s Sistas” in recurring roles starting with the show’s ninth season.

Following news of his exit from “Days of our Lives” to join “Beyond the Gates” as a breakdown writer, Jamey Giddens also announces he’s exited “Tyler Perry’s Sistas.”

There will be a ninth season of “Tyler Perry’s Sistas” after BET announces the show’s been renewed, with the new season premiering Wednesday, July 16.

The upcoming eighth season of “Tyler Perry’s Sistas” will see a shift in the writers room with Jamey Giddens (Ambitions,” “Days of our Lives”) named head writer.

Months after announcing his planned exit from “Days of our Lives,” Jamey Giddens reveals he’s joined the writing team of “Tyler Perry’s Sistas.”