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Now stepping into the spotlight on Tyler Perry’s Sistas, she joins the hit series as Cheyenne Barnes, a confident and layered new character who adds intrigue to the established ensemble. She opens up about the experience of working on such a fast-paced, successful show and what it takes to thrive in that environment. Sistas new episodes are available to stream on BET+. Miami Living (ML): What is the most important lesson you took from your training at Ivana Chubbuck Studio and UCB? Jordan Coleman: One of the biggest lessons has been learning how to stay both grounded and flexible at the same time. Studying with Ivana Chubbuck really reinforced the importance of emotional truth and having a clear objective driving every moment, while training at UCB taught me to let go, trust my instincts, and respond in real time. Bringing those two together has been the most valuable part. Having structure and intention, but also the freedom to stay present and let the moment evolve naturally. ML: When did you realize acting was the path you wanted to pursue professionally? Jordan Coleman: I realized it the day I graduated college. I had just earned my degree in advertising, but I knew pretty clearly that it wasn’t the path I wanted to pursue. Less than a year later, I moved to Los Angeles and never once applied for a job in that field. It was one of those decisions that didn’t feel like a question. I just knew I wanted to fully commit and see how far I could take it. ML: How do improv and physical training influence the way you approach a role? Jordan Coleman: They both push me toward full commitment. Improv keeps me sharp and present, so I’m reacting in real time instead of anticipating. Physical training is about discipline and execution, it builds the stamina and control to carry a role all the way through.