Roll out the red carpet because CBS Studios and the NAACP are teaming up for some daytime drama magic! Breaking news straight from the heart of showbiz: get ready for "The Gates," the first Black daytime soap opera in a whopping 35 years, currently simmering in the development pot over at CBS.
What's the scoop? Picture this: a peek into the glamorous lives of a wealthy Black family living it up in their posh, gated community. But that's not all! Leading the charge as the mastermind behind the scenes is none other than Michele Val Jean, a Daytime Emmy and WGA Award-winning maestro who's poised to be our guide through this sensational saga.
Hold onto your hats because the excitement doesn't stop there! Alongside Jean, we've got a powerhouse team of executive producers ready to sprinkle some stardust over the production. Sheila Ducksworth, Leon Russell, Derrick Johnson, and Kimberly Doebereiner are all onboard to make sure this soap sizzles with all the drama and flair we've been craving.
But wait, there's more! This isn't just any old soap opera; it's a collaboration between CBS Studios/NAACP production venture and P&G Studios, a division of Procter & Gamble. Their mission? Elevate diverse voices and shine a spotlight on Black artists in the ever-evolving world of media. Talk about a match made in TV heaven!
Ducksworth, the president of the CBS Studios/NAACP venture, is positively buzzing with excitement: "The Gates" promises to deliver everything we adore about daytime drama with a fresh, new twist. It's set to be a groundbreaking moment for broadcast television, with rich characters, gripping storylines, and Black culture taking center stage.
And the cherry on top? We've got big names like CBS' George Cheeks, NAACP's Derrick Johnson, and P&G’s Marc Pritchard throwing their weight behind this project, ensuring it's a star-studded affair from start to finish.
But hold onto your remote controls, folks! The cast and release date for "The Gates" are still under wraps, keeping us on the edge of our seats with anticipation. So stay tuned, because this is one soap opera event you won't want to miss.
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