Alexa & | Katie Part 1

The show follows lifelong best friends (Paris Berelc) and Katie Cooper (Isabel May) as they prepare for their first year of high school. The twist? Alexa has been undergoing treatment for leukemia. While she’s determined to keep her diagnosis a secret to avoid being seen as "the sick girl," her best friend Katie is right there to help her navigate the chaos. Standout Moments from Part 1

Part 1 sets the tone for the entire series by blending typical teen tropes with the harsh reality of cancer: Alexa & Katie Part 1

Courage, Friendship, and Pink Ribbons: A Look Back at Alexa & Katie Part 1 The show follows lifelong best friends (Paris Berelc)

In one of the series' most iconic moments, Alexa’s hair begins to fall out due to chemotherapy. In a beautiful show of solidarity, Katie shaves her own head so Alexa won’t have to face it alone. While she’s determined to keep her diagnosis a