Who is the father of Karen's baby on Sistas? Everything you need to know

Sistas is a comedy drama series created, written, and directed by Tyler Perry. It debuted its first season on October 23, 2019, on BET, and is currently in its eighth season, which premiered on October 16, 2024. The series is executive-produced by Michelle Sneed and Asante White along with Perry.

The series follows the personal lives, romantic relationships, and professional careers of four single Black women living in Atlanta. One of the most prominent storylines in the latest season revolves around one of the main characters Karen's pregnancy. She is pregnant with twin girls fathered by two different men, Zac and Aaron.

The show's official synopsis, as per Rotten Tomatoes, reads:

"Written, directed and executive produced by Tyler Perry, "Sistas" follows a group of single black women as they navigate the ups and downs of modern life, which includes careers, friendships, romances, and even social media."

It continues:

"The comedy-drama series features Andi Barnes, an ambitious divorce lawyer, Danni King, a funny and fearless airport employee, Karen Mott, a street-smart hair salon owner, and Sabrina Hollins, a smart and stylish bank teller. The TV show takes viewers on a roller coaster ride of emotions and moments that epitomize "squad goals."

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Everything to know about Karen's pregnancy in Sistas

Karen as seen with Zac and Fatima in season 8 of the series (Image via Instagram/@sistasonbet)

Karen, one of the main cast members of the series, was revealed to be pregnant in season 4 of Sistas. Ever since, her pregnancy journey has been moving rather slowly, with the identity of the father complicating matters even further. In season 7 episode 8, titled Pens and Needles, which aired on February 21, 2024, Karen learned that she was pregnant with twins.

Sistas season 7 episode 12, which aired on May 29, 2024, finally solved the mystery by confirming the father's identity with a paternity test. Titled Next Level, the episode revealed that Karen's twins were fathered by two different men, which is a rare occurrence. Zac and Aaron are both biological fathers to her twin girls.

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Plot summary

Andi, Karen, Danni, and Sabrina are a group of 30-something women living in Atlanta. They are each others' soul 'sistas' and support each other through life's various struggles, potential heartbreaks, and career challenges.

In the latest season of Sistas, the wealthy CEO Gary Marshall Borders is seen recuperating in a hospital after getting stabbed in the chest at the end of season 7. The gang tries to find the culprit, as almost everyone has a motivation to kill Gary. Andi clashes with Gary's right-hand man, Hudson, who holds the power of attorney over his life.

Meanwhile, Danni learns to face her demons with help from a therapist, who makes her aware that she uses s*x, drinking, and smoking as a distraction from facing her fears. On the other hand, Karen continues her struggle to win her romantic life and is advised by Sabrina to rekindle things with her baby daddy Aaron.

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Cast and characters

An image of the four best friends from the BET series (Image via Instagram/@sistasonbet)

The show's main cast list is as follows:

• KJ Smith as Andrea 'Andi' Barnes
• Ebony Obsidian as Karen Mott
• Mignon Von as Daniella 'Danni' King
• Novi Brown as Sabrina Hollins
• Chido Nwokocha as Gary Marshall Borders
• DeVale Ellis as Zac Taylor
• Brian Jordan Jr. as Maurice Webb
• Kevin Walton as Aaron Carter
• Anthony Dalton as Calvin Rodney
• Crystal Renee Hayslett as Fatima Wilson-Taylor
• Chris Warren as Hayden Moss
• Angela Beyincé as Pamela 'Pam' Malbrough
• Branden Wellington as Tony King
• Monti Washington as Rich
• Devin Way as Jordan Williams
• Joi Symone as Tamara
• Tonya Pinkins as Marie Willis
• David Lami Friebe as Trey

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Stay tuned for more updates on this series and other television shows.