Jesse Williams Joins ‘The Morning Show’ Season 5 as UBN’s New Head of News
Apple TV+’s acclaimed series, The Morning Show, is set to welcome Jesse Williams, renowned for his role as Dr. Jackson Avery on Grey’s Anatomy, to its ensemble cast for the upcoming fifth season. Williams will portray Vernon, the newly appointed Head of News at UBN, characterized as a bold and provocative leader with a knack for capturing and retaining audience attention.
This casting news follows the recent announcement of Jeff Daniels joining the series, further enriching the already impressive lineup. The main cast includes Reese Witherspoon, Jennifer Aniston, Nicole Beharie, Nestor Carbonell, Billy Crudup, Mark Duplass, Jon Hamm, and Karen Pittman. Notably, Billy Crudup has earned two Emmy Awards for his portrayal of Cory Ellison, marking significant achievements for Apple TV+.
The Morning Show concluded its fourth season in November 2025. While Apple has yet to confirm the premiere date for season five, showrunner Charlotte Stoudt hinted at a potential 2026 release, expressing optimism for a quicker turnaround following the resolution of the previous year’s writers’ strike.
