Original Cast of 'Waiting to Exhale' Returning for Sequel

The wait is over! Angela Bassett says the original cast of “Waiting to Exhale” will reunite in the sequel, “Getting to Happy.” The “Jumping the Broom” star recently confirmed rumors that she, along with Whitney Houston, Loretta Devine, and Lela Rochon will have a role in the follow-up film…

“[Terry McMillian] wrote ‘Getting to Happy’ and she’s written the screenplay,” said Bassett, before adding that “Loretta, Lela, [and] Whitney,” are all on-board. Bassett also confirmed that Forest Whitaker will return as director.

We can’t wait to see Savannah, Gloria, Bernadine and Robin reunited on the big screen! A few weeks ago, McMillian revealed that the sequel could be released next year.