Devale Ellis Teases Sistas Season 9 with Zac’s Chilling Stare

Actor and influencer Devale Ellis stirred up social chatter this week with a single Instagram post hinting at major drama in the upcoming ninth season of BET’s hit series Sistas. The former NFL wideout-turned-actor shared a moody portrait—eyes locked, jaw set—and captioned it: “Uh oh, Zac got that look in his eyes…😑 What are your predictions for season 9 of SISTAS?😏” Fans immediately flooded the comments with theories about Zac’s next move and the fate of the fan-favorite pairing Zatima.

Zac’s Chilling Glare Sparks Speculation

Ellis portrays Zac, the charismatic yet unpredictable love interest of Fatima (Crystal Renee Hayslett). Their relationship has been a cornerstone of Sistas since Season 3, spawning its own spin-off, Zatima. In this latest snapshot—shot by @tiffthebarber—Ellis’s intense expression suggests Zac may face fresh conflicts. Will he make a reckless play? Reconcile with past mistakes? Or confront a new antagonist? Fans are already debating whether this “look in his eyes” signals betrayal, reconciliation or an entirely new storyline.

Social media reactions poured in. One commenter wrote, “Zac leveling up—get ready for a wild ride.” Another tagged BET’s official handle, urging them to drop a trailer. The post has amassed over 10,000 likes within 24 hours, making it one of Ellis’s most engaging updates to date.

Devale’s Dual Role: Actor And Influencer

Beyond his on-screen persona, Ellis leverages his platform under the #DevalesTruth banner to share life lessons, style notes and career milestones. Earlier this year, he celebrated the launch of his Zatima spin-off on BET+ by reposting a fan’s shout-out: “I’m proud of you Ellis! You did that! Divorced SISTAS streaming NOW on @betplus #DevalesTruth #ADayWithKay #EllisEverAfter” (https://www.instagram.com/p/DKvFUBuztZw/). That post underscored his growing influence as both an actor and a motivational voice for his 200,000+ followers.

Ellis also mixes fashion and philosophy. In a recent black-and-white shoot captioned “Not everything is black & white…,” he teamed a sharp suit from @houseofgray_ with a reminder to embrace life’s complexities. These glimpses of his personal brand deepen fan connections, giving context to his teaser of Zac’s next chapter.

Countdown To Season 9 On Bet

Sistas, created by Tyler Perry, follows a close-knit group of single Black women navigating work, friendship and romance in Atlanta. Since its 2019 debut, the show has climbed into the top ranks of cable dramas. Season 8 ended with a cliffhanger: Zac discovers a secret from Fatima’s past just as he contemplates proposing. Ellis’s latest image hints that Season 9 will pick up that thread, testing loyalties and delivering the tension viewers crave.

BET has yet to release an official trailer or premiere date for Season 9. However, insiders tell Variety that production wrapped last month and a fall launch is likely. With Ellis setting the tone from his own Instagram, fans are primed for twists.

Off-screen, Ellis balances family life with projects. He and wife Candice Parker share three children. Wikipedia notes he played for the Detroit Lions and Tennessee Titans before turning to acting in 2016. His rapid rise in Hollywood underscores his versatility, whether he’s suiting up for a red carpet or leaning into Zac’s dramatic arc.

As August approaches, keep an eye on Ellis’s feed. If that steely gaze is any indication, Season 9 of Sistas may be the most unpredictable yet. And with Zatima still streaming on BET+, Ellis’s presence in the franchise shows no signs of slowing.

The countdown is on—Zac’s looking ready, and fans are watching every move.

Trivia

Devale Ellis was born on April 2, 1988, in Brooklyn, New York, USA.