Holly Robinson Peete Joins ‘The Neighborhood’ as Calvin’s Ex-Girlfriend

The popular CBS series The Neighborhood is set to feature a special guest appearance from actress Holly Robinson Peete as it approaches its series finale. Peete, aged 61, will appear in the episode airing on December 8, 2023, where she plays a character described as “Tina’s fun new friend from the hair salon” who unexpectedly turns out to be Calvin’s ex-girlfriend.

The episode’s synopsis reveals that the Butler family’s anniversary plans take an unforeseen twist with the arrival of Calvin’s past love. In addition to this storyline, viewers can expect other plot developments, including a hijacked meeting for Malcolm, a significant commitment move from Marty, and a holiday misunderstanding involving Gemma.

Celebrating a Lasting Legacy

Peete’s guest appearance adds to the excitement as The Neighborhood prepares for its final season. Premiering in 2018, the show has chronicled the experiences of a white Midwestern family adapting to life in a predominantly Black neighborhood in California. Alongside Peete, the cast includes notable actors such as Cedric the Entertainer, Max Greenfield, Tichina Arnold, Beth Behrs, Sheaun McKinney, and Marcel Spears.

This year, CBS confirmed that The Neighborhood was renewed for an eighth and final season, which has sparked a mixture of nostalgia and gratitude among the cast. Greenfield expressed his appreciation for the show’s longevity, noting that few series make it to eight seasons in the current television landscape. He remarked, “When you look around, there are so few shows that go eight seasons anymore… We might be the last one.”

Aiming for a Fitting Conclusion

As the series nears its conclusion, Greenfield emphasized the importance of delivering a satisfying finale for fans. “We want to have something that feels final for the audience… We don’t want to have that kind of Game of Thrones ending where everybody is like, ‘That’s some bulls***,’” he stated. The cast is focused on ensuring that the series ends on a high note, providing viewers with an enjoyable and memorable farewell.

The Neighborhood airs on CBS every Monday at 20:00 ET and will be available for streaming the following day on Paramount+. The holiday-themed episode featuring Peete is scheduled for December 8 at 20:30 ET, promising festive cheer and engaging storylines as the series prepares to close its chapter.