Brandee Evans has made a name for herself as one of television’s most compelling performers, first captivating audiences with her layered, emotionally raw portrayal of Mercedes on the hit Starz series ‘P-Valley’. Now, she’s stepping into a sharp new role on Hulu’s legal drama ‘Reasonable Doubt’, where she plays Monica, the quick-witted agent of a former child star caught in a swirl of scandal. With the series’ highly anticipated new season premiering on 18th September, Brandee is ready to showcase another side of her artistry—one that continues her tradition of bringing depth, grit, and nuance to every character she inhabits.
You are joining ‘Reasonable Doubt’. What drew you to the role of Monica?
What pulled me in was how sharp Monica is. She’s quick on her feet, knows how to handle herself, and there’s so much more going on underneath that polished exterior. Monica plays the game, but she’s not playing with anybody. I love when a character makes you lean in and go “Wait, who is she really?” That kind of depth excites me as an actor.
Monica has such a complex dynamic with Ozzie. How did you approach building that relationship on screen
There’s definitely some history between Monica and Ozzie, and we really wanted that to feel authentic. I always try to find the heart in every relationship, even when it’s messy. Fun fact, Kyle Bary, who plays Ozzie, and I hung out a lot off set. We’re both super active, so we’d go biking or hit the gym, and that helped build a real connection. He’s such a good person and so talented, which made the chemistry on screen feel easy.
