
Leslie Grossman Returns as Flossie for 'Power: Origins' Spinoff
Queen Flossie lives on! The 'American Horror Story' favorite is officially joining the new Starz prequel series in a recurring role.
By Dee AlvarezPublished Updated 2 min read
The *Power* universe continues its relentless expansion, and a major fan favorite is officially along for the ride. Actress Leslie Grossman is set to step back into the shoes of Florence "Flossie" for the upcoming franchise entry, *Power: Origins*. Reports confirm that Grossman has locked in a recurring role for the newly minted prequel series. TV viewers previously got a taste of her scene-stealing talents as the memorable Queen Flossie on *Power Book III: Raising Kanan*, and network executives clearly wanted more of her signature screen presence.
What is Leslie Grossman's role in Power Origins?
Grossman’s portrayal of Flossie earned plenty of chatter during her run on *Raising Kanan*, where she inhabited a sharp, colorful personality navigating the high-stakes criminal backdrop of 1990s South Jamaica, Queens. Now, her story extends directly into the next chapter of the sprawling cable drama. According to reporting, *Power: Origins* is designed to kick off immediately following the events of the *Raising Kanan* series finale, creating a smooth bridge for returning character arcs and storylines.
When does Power Origins take place in the timeline?
The fresh spinoff shifts the focus toward the early years of original franchise heavyweights James "Ghost" St. Patrick and Tommy Egan, detailing how the duo built their legendary street empire from the ground up in New York City. With Flossie staying in the mix, viewers can expect plenty of narrative tissue tying the various timeline entries together. Grossman is certainly no stranger to high-profile television universes. Outside of her work with Starz, the veteran actress is widely recognized for her standout performances across several seasons of Ryan Murphy’s hit FX anthology *American Horror Story*, in addition to memorable stints on comedy classics like *Popular* and *What I Like About You*. As anticipation builds for *Power: Origins*, fans are ready to see how Flossie influences the origin story of Ghost and Tommy. One thing is certain: the network is committed to keeping familiar faces front and center for its loyal audience.
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People also ask
- Who is Leslie Grossman playing in Power: Origins?
- Leslie Grossman is reprising her role as Florence 'Flossie' (also known as Queen Flossie) in the prequel series after first originating the character on Power Book III: Raising Kanan.
- What is Power: Origins about?
- Power: Origins is a prequel series that explores the formative years and early partnership of central Power characters Ghost and Tommy in New York City.
- Is Leslie Grossman a series regular in Power: Origins?
- Grossman is set for a recurring guest role in the prequel rather than a full series regular spot.
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