9/1/2005 - New Season 5 Press Release

 

CTV issued a press release today regarding the announcement of the fifth Degrassi season premiering on September 19th. The article was full of news, most of which is already known. It once again  neglects to mention Ashley, Sean, and Caitlin as returning characters pretty much cementing what we already reported of them not being in season 5. Most notably there is an extended spoiler about the season premiere adding on, to what we already knew, it now mentions the pregnancy storyline we have heard so many rumors about, as well as confirming Manny's lean towards getting plastic surgery we previously speculated. The clip from the article is below:

"In Season Five, the first class of students from Degrassi: The Next Generation will finally graduate. The new season begins with Manny anxious to pursue an acting career. Unfortunately, she is not prepared for the harsh realities of the industry and contemplates plastic surgery. Meanwhile, Craig receives an unexpected birthday present from Ashley and another character struggles with an unplanned pregnancy. Dealing with topics involving sexuality, drugs, religion and self-esteem, Degrassi continues to tackle tough issues in a realistic way."

Read the entire press release here.

Source: CTV.ca