*As the hit STARZ crime drama “Power Book II: Ghost” winds down the final two episodes, actor Lovell Adams-Gray reflects on his character “Drew Tejada’s” journey. Drew, one of the most intriguing members of the Tejada family, has evolved from a reluctant participant in the family’s criminal empire to someone stepping into a leadership role.
Speaking to EUR, Adams-Gray shared deep insights into Drew’s character development, family betrayals, and his vision for the future.
“Drew’s always had the potential to lead,” Adams-Gray said. “I think we’re seeing him step into that role and embody the qualities his father saw in him years ago. He’s making decisions with the family’s long-term success in mind.”
Adams-Gray expanded on his thought, “It’s about thinking strategically and weighing each decision’s potential impact for Drew.
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“If we can endure for right now when we know there’s a promise coming, we can get to that promise,” he explained. “There’s hope in the long term, but if we’re too hasty, we’ll just get picked off one by one.”
Drew’s challenge, however, isn’t just external. Internally, the Tejada family remains fractured, with tensions running high between Drew, his brother Cane (Woody McClain,) and their mother, Monet (Mary J. Blige.) The dynamics between them have always been complex, and as the stakes rise, so does the distrust.
“In a perfect world, everyone gets on board,” Lovell shared. “We bide our time, find some dirt on Carter (portrayed by Michael Ealy,) and parlay that into something where he’s working for us.”
Despite his tactical thinking, Drew knows not everyone in his family shares his vision.
“Drew knows Monet and Cane aren’t fully on board, but if they fall in line, we all get to live our lives,” he says. “Drew wants to focus on his art and have legitimate money coming in. He dreams of having the family business running itself while pursuing his passion.”
When asked about Drew’s feelings toward Tariq and Noma, Lovell touched on the delicate balance of allegiances.
“It’s more about how you can use your enemies,” he said. “Drew’s been getting his hands dirty this whole time, so now he’s looking for a way to let others take the fall. Tariq is a lesser evil whose interests align with Drew’s to some extent. Noma, on the other hand, is a bigger threat.”
As for the pivotal moment when Drew learned that Monet killed their father, Adams-Gray admitted that it’s something Drew may never fully come to terms with: “I don’t think you ever truly forgive that,” he stated. “In the Power universe, it’s more about letting it go for now. He understands that she did it for the family, but it doesn’t mean he trusts her completely.”
Trust remains a theme throughout Drew’s arc. Despite everything, Drew still relies on Monet, albeit with caution.
“You can trust her motivations to be for family, but also for self,” Adams-Gray explained. “I don’t think she’ll come after us again, but you can never fully trust her.”
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As “Power Book II: Ghost” hurtles toward its conclusion, Drew’s story is one of resilience and survival.
“In an ideal world, Drew gets what he wants: independence, a thriving business, and peace. But in the world of Power, anything can happen,” the actor said, hinting at an unpredictable finale.
Whatever happens next, Lovell Adams-Gray has delivered a compelling portrayal of a character wrestling with loyalty, leadership, and loss. Power Book II: Ghost may be ending, but Drew Tejada’s impact will be felt long after.
Jill Munroe is a Los Angeles-bred entertainment journalist, producer, and host. You can follow her on all social media @StilettoJill or check out JillMunroe.com
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