She was desperate to learn the truth about what happened to her and Hilary when they were babies.

However, she got more than she bargained for when she ultimately located her long-lost family.

Upon learning about Amanda’s existence, Imani immediately inserted herself into the equation and made her presence known.

Leigh-Ann Rose smiling

Imani currently works for the newly merged Chancellor-Winters company alongside Amanda.

However, even though her attitude toward Amanda has relaxed, her nefarious ways are still alive and well.

Viewers should brace themselves for quite the shift in Imani’s overall look.

Denise Boutte smiling

She steps into the role amid Imani’s questionable attraction and tenacious pursuit of Nate Hastings.

The recast has been met with mixed reactions on social media.

One viewer took to Twitter,writing, “Why?!

Just write her off already.”

However, on the other side of the coin, another fansaid, “Welcome Denise!”

Social media chatter will probably pick up once Boutte makes her September debut.