Tamera Mowry‑Housley Guest Stars in Scrubs Reboot Season 2

The ABC comedy returns on Sept. 30 with a fresh guest role for the Sister, Sister star, who will try to steer new resident Tosh toward pediatrics.

Tamera Mowry‑Housley lands a guest spot in the second season of the Scrubs revival, playing Dr. Steffie, a pediatrician who nudges rookie Tosh toward a career in children’s medicine. The sophomore season drops two episodes on Wednesday, Sept. 30, 8 p.m. ET on ABC, and the following day streams on Hulu and Disney+.

The original series, which ran from 2001 to 2010, returns as a 30‑minute comedy where the core trio – Zach Braff’s J.D., Donald Faison’s Turk and Sarah Chalke’s Elliot – have moved beyond interns to become seasoned physicians at Sacred Heart. The new chapter promises the same blend of slapstick, heartfelt moments and hospital‑hallway banter, now with a fresh batch of younger doctors to mentor.

Mowry‑Housley, best known for her turn as Tia in Sister, Sister, brings a familiar TV‑family vibe to the mix. Her résumé includes leads on Strong Medicine, Roommates and Melissa and Joey, plus voice work on Family Guy and Super Hero Squad Show. She also co‑hosted The Real, a daytime talk show that earned a Daytime Emmy.

In Scrubs, Dr. Steffie is a pediatric specialist who tries to convince Tosh – played by Ava Bunn – that caring for kids is the right path. The dynamic sets up a classic mentor‑mentee clash, ripe for the show’s trademark humor. Fans can expect the usual rapid‑fire jokes, quirky cut‑away fantasies and the occasional heartfelt pep talk.

What Mowry‑Housley brings to the mix

Mowry‑Housley’s comedic timing and chemistry with ensemble casts make her a natural fit for the Scrubs world. Her presence also adds a nod to early‑2000s nostalgia, a factor that the reboot leans into heavily. The casting announcement has already sparked chatter on social media, with viewers excited to see the twin‑actress share screen time with the original crew.

Behind the scenes, the revival is steered by original creator Bill Lawrence, who returns as executive producer alongside Jeff Ingold and Liza Katzer. Braff, Faison and Chalke also wear producer hats, ensuring the series stays true to its roots while exploring new territory. Aseem Batra serves as showrunner, with Mike Royce, Mathew Harawitz, Randall Keenan Winston and Michael Spiller joining the executive‑producer lineup. Production is handled by 20th Television, a Disney Television Studios unit.

The two‑episode launch will give audiences a taste of how the veteran doctors interact with the next generation, with Dr. Steffie’s pediatric persuasion subplot serving as a catalyst for both laughs and lessons. As the show balances hospital chaos with personal growth, Mowry‑Housley’s cameo could become a memorable highlight of the season.

With the premiere just days away, the Scrubs reboot is poised to capture both longtime fans and a new audience hungry for feel‑good comedy. Keep an eye on the Thursday night slot – it could become the next must‑watch comedy window on broadcast TV.