The Equalizer Season 5 Episode 4’s recent promo has seemingly teased the return of Melody “Mel” Bayani, portrayed by Liza Lapari. Introduced in 2021, Melody is a strong-headed and action-driven personality who was an ex-US Air Force Sniper turned bar owner. In Season 4, she took a hiatus from the Equalizer team. However, Season 5’s recent summary and promo have indicated her return, making fans enthusiastic. So, is Lapira’s character returning? Here are the details.
Is Liza Lapira’s Melody ‘Mel’ Bayani returning to The Equalizer in Season 5?
Yes, Lapira’s Melody Bayani is returning to The Equalizer Season 5 Episode 4 titled ‘Sacrifice.’
Eagle-eyed fans spotted Lapira’s return in the recently dropped CBS promo. Alongside the team, she is spotted holding the gun, making many believe she is now officially back on the team.
Moreover, the synopsis for the episode solidified fans’ speculations, specifically mentioning, “Mel makes a breakthrough in therapy.” These hints further made it evident that Mel’s hiatus is now over and she is back into action. The upcoming episode, premiering on November 17, will feature the team aiding a young hacker who is being forced by criminals to hack for them.
The Season 4 finale took a surprising turn for Mel’s character, as she was abducted by one of her veteran support members. Although she was saved, she decided to take some time off from the equalizing team and focus on her self-care journey. At that time, many speculated that Lapira might leave the series, as she did not give any indication of her presence in Season 5.
However, Lapira is officially back and has detailed more about her character’s continued journey this season in a recent interview. She told ABS-CBN News, “The most rewarding part this season is showing how someone that strong can be vulnerable… And how there’s strength in vulnerability. And how there’s strength in asking to get help. It’s been great to explore another side of the character because I’ve been so action-driven for four years.”