‘All American’ Star Bre Z Calls Taye Diggs’ Character’s Death Sad

“All American”s send off of Taye Diggs‘ titular character came as a shock to many, with some expressing serious anger online … but long-running castmate, Bre Z is breaking down the meaning behind the loss of Coach Baker — and why her character hasn’t gotten the boot yet.

We got Bre Z, known for playing Coop on the CW series, at H. Lorenzo in WeHo Tuesday … saying there’s an incredible writing team behind the show, and the loss of Coach Baker is going to open up even more great storytelling post-death.

ICYMI, Monday’s episode was a massive shocker … and despite Taye previously talking about his decision to leave the series, it was never specified how his character would go out. The show even teased a life-changing episode ahead of Monday’s big reveal.

Fans online were FURIOUS over the loss of Taye’s character — with some calling the death premature and nonsense … some even flooded Taye’s IG comments with major concern.

Some folks even said Coop should’ve been the one to go instead … we talk to Bre Z about that too, but she doesn’t think she’s goin’ anywhere.

FYI — Taye thanked his fans for all their support after the episode aired, shouting out his cast for their “energy and unrivaled talent.”