Golden Brooks and Daria Johns, from Nappily Ever After, and Samantha Smith have been cast to play Paris’ best friends and skate crew members, "Simone" and "Roxy" respectively. The show has already been celebrated for its casting choices that rightfully put dark-skinned Black girls in starring roles. The show also provides on-screen representation for those who have been diagnosed with sickle cell disease. “When we met with Marsai about this project, we couldn’t have been more impressed with her passion for diverse storytelling and commitment to female empowerment,” Rafael Garcia, a Disney exec, told Deadline. “We’re extremely excited to team up with Norman and the Genius Entertainment team to tap into roller-skating culture in a way that’s truly both authentic and aspirational for our audience.