Rising Star Responds to Morgan and Wagner Kiss, Hopes for Karadec ‘Slow Burn’

Amirah J, who plays Ava on High Potential, weighed in after Morgan and Wagner shared a surprise elevator kiss. The moment aired in the March 31 episode and has divided viewers.

What happened in the scene

The kiss followed a violent confrontation with an armed group of thieves. Morgan was held at gunpoint and Wagner intervened to save her life.

Wagner then learned the attacker had killed his fiancée in Sacramento. He nearly killed the assailant, but stopped himself. The kiss released the tension built during the rescue.

Actor reaction and hopes for future pairings

Speaking to Filmogaz.com, the rising star responded to the Morgan and Wagner kiss with mixed feelings. She admitted she has long rooted for Morgan and Karadec.

Amirah J said she isn’t opposed to the new pairing, but she still hopes for a Karadec “slow burn” romance. She described herself as biased and eager to see Morgan and Karadec explored more.

Ava’s character growth

The actress praised Ava’s arc this season. She highlighted Ava’s growing passion for art and her shift toward a more positive outlook.

Key scenes involved Ava meeting Arthur, played by Mekhi Phifer. Those encounters helped Ava learn more about her father, Roman, and find emotional closure.

Working with new cast members

Amirah J called the new additions to Season 2 rewarding. She singled out Mekhi Phifer as a standout and said collaborating with him was a career highlight.

The information Ava received from people close to Roman helped change her view. She now sees traits she shares with her father as strengths, not liabilities.

When to watch

The Season 2 finale airs Tuesday, April 7 at 9/8c on ABC. Viewers will learn how current storylines resolve before the summer break.

Filmogaz.com invites readers to share their thoughts on the Morgan and Wagner moment. Do you want more slow-burn development between Morgan and Karadec?