PEOPLE
346 MIAMI LIVING
When those two come together, you're not thinking about the
performance, you're inside it.
ML: What do you relate to most in Cheyenne, and what
challenged you?
Jordan Coleman: What I relate to most is her sense of control
and the way she presents herself to the world. There's an
intention behind how she shows up, and I understand that.
What challenged me is what sits underneath that. Letting go
of that control, allowing the messier, more vulnerable parts of
her to come through without softening them or trying to make
them more palatable. That tension between composure and
what's really going on beneath the surface is where a lot of the
work lived for me.
ML: What has working on Sistas taught you so far?
Jordan Coleman: Working on Sistas has reinforced the
importance of consistency and trust in the process. Being part
of something that's already so established, you see how much
discipline and collaboration it takes to keep a show moving at
that level.
It's also taught me to stay adaptable. Things move quickly, and
you have to be ready to step in, make choices, and trust them.
That kind of environment really sharpens your instincts and
reminds you to stay present and prepared at all times.
ML: You maintain a highly active lifestyle, from Muay Thai to
surfing. How does staying physically active shape your work
as an actress?
Jordan Coleman: Staying physically active keeps me connected
to my body in a way that directly translates into the work. It
builds awareness, control, and endurance, which all show up on
screen, especially in roles that require a strong physical presence.
It also reinforces discipline. Training regularly teaches you how
to push through discomfort, stay focused, and follow through,
and that mindset carries onto set. It's not separate from the
work, it's part of how I prepare and how I show up.
