Ayo Edebiri and Lionel Boyce Team Up for Season 4 of ‘The Bear’

Chicago, IL — Ayo Edebiri and Lionel Boyce are collaborating on a new episode for Season 4 of the acclaimed Hulu series ‘The Bear.’ Edebiri, who plays chef Sydney Adamu, first made her directorial debut with Season 3, Episode 6 titled ‘Napkins.’

In a recent interview on the Crew Call podcast, Edebiri hinted at the direction of her character, Sydney, who faces a challenging decision next season as she contemplates an offer from a competing restaurant. This dilemma arises while ‘The Bear’ itself struggles with tough times.

“The details are still under wraps,” Edebiri said during the podcast, suggesting that fans should expect some suspense in the upcoming season. She is the only cast member to have directed an episode of the series, emphasizing her unique position in the show.

Boyce, who portrays sous-chef Marcus, has also dabbled in writing for the series alongside Edebiri. He was nominated for a Primetime Emmy Award for Best Supporting Actor in a Comedy Series last year for his role.

‘The Bear’ follows Carmen ‘Carmy’ Berzatto, played by Jeremy Allen White, who comes back to Chicago to manage his late brother’s Italian beef sandwich shop, transforming it into a fine-dining establishment. Sydney’s arc develops further as she navigates career opportunities amidst the chaos of the restaurant world.

With Edebiri winning an Emmy for Best Supporting Actress in a Comedy Series in 2023, and having starred in several high-profile projects including Disney’s ‘Inside Out 2,’ expectations are high for the show’s fourth season, which is anticipated to release in June.

This collaboration marks a significant step for both Edebiri and Boyce as they continue to contribute to the show’s success.