John Legend is turning in to quite the TV mogul. Along with selling the rights to an untitled TV show loosely based on his early life, Legend has now sold the rights of another show, this time to HBO called “Down Lo.”
Co-produced and directed by Tony Krantz and written by Seth Zvi Rosenfeld, the show is set in Miami South Beach and will focus on characters in the city’s music, fashion, and sports circles told from multiple viewpoints. It’s said that Rosenfeld will draw from Legend’s first-hand experiences of being in the entertainment industry. One of the characters is a homosexual rapper who battles with revealing his sexuality.
That topic was recently addressed by Snoop Dogg, who said homosexuality may never be accepted in the hip-hop community.
"You can't be in a locker room full of motherf**king tough a** dudes, then all of a sudden say, 'Hey, man, I like you.' You know, that's going to be tough,” Snoop told NME.
John Legend is a talented multi-hyphenate artist, known for his beautiful songs and passionate activism. Now he’s taking on another ambitious project: producing an HBO drama called ‘Down Lo.’ This show promises to be an exciting exploration of the music industry from a unique perspective. We can’t wait to see what this talented star has in store!
HBO recently announced that John Legend will be executive producing ‘Down Lo’ — an upcoming hour-long drama about the rise of two aspiring artists trying to make it big in the hip hop scene. The story follows both their successes and struggles as they navigate through the treacherous terrain of the modern music industry.
This won’t be John Legend’s first foray into television production — he was previously involved with NBC’s hit series Jesus Christ Superstar Live In Concert!. But ‘Down Lo’ marks his first venture into scripted programming, making it all the more intriguing. With his extensive knowledge of both music and film, we’re sure it’ll be something special.
Overview Of Series
Down Lo is an upcoming drama series produced by John Legend for HBO. The series follows the lives of four African American women living in Baltimore, Maryland. Each woman faces unique struggles and learns to navigate through life while staying true to their identity and values.
The show will explore topics such as love, friendship, loyalty, betrayal, and ambition. It will also touch on issues like mental health, poverty, racial justice, gender inequality, and immigration.
What sets Down Lo apart from other shows in its genre is its ability to capture a diverse range of stories without sacrificing quality or entertainment value. Through this show, viewers can expect meaningful dialogue that reflects the reality of these individuals’ lives and how they interact with each other and the world around them. With a powerful message behind it all about embracing our differences and celebrating our strengths as people regardless of where we come from or who we are, Down Lo promises to be an exciting addition to HBO’s lineup.
Cast And Crew
The cast of Down Lo consists of an ensemble of talented actors, including veteran performers and up-and-coming stars. The show’s lead role is played by Jasmine Cephas Jones (Hamilton, Rent), who portrays the ambitious single mother Toni Johnson. Joining her are two other leads – Khalilah Joi as the outspoken activist Kayla Washington and Alana Arenas as the fiercely determined entrepreneur Janelle Cooper. Rounding out the main cast are brilliant newcomers Dominique Fishback and Perez Hilton Jr., playing best friends Nina Parker and Marcus Monroe respectively.
Behind the scenes, John Legend serves as executive producer with Mark Taylor as co-executive producer and writer. Producers Corinne Kingsbury, David Jablonski, Lenny Kravitz, and Salli Richardson Whitfield bring their unparalleled experience to this project. Director Anthony Hemingway will be leading the way with his eye for cinematic detail that makes each scene come alive on screen. All in all, Down Lo has a team dedicated to delivering excellence in entertainment every step of the way.
This impressive lineup creates high expectations for Down Lo; eager viewers can expect impassioned performances from its stellar cast while being immersed in meaningful stories about life in Baltimore through imaginative cinematography and gripping storylines.
Conclusion
John Legend has been tapped to produce the upcoming HBO drama series, ‘Down Lo’. The show will follow a group of young adults living in Los Angeles who are struggling with their identity and figuring out how to survive and thrive in an ever-changing world. With John Legend at the helm as executive producer, this is sure to be an exciting show for viewers to enjoy.
The cast includes some of Hollywood’s top talent such as Gabrielle Union, LaKeith Stanfield, Yara Shahidi and Sterling K. Brown. These actors bring life to the characters that they portray on screen while also adding depth and dimension to the story being told; it’ll be interesting to see what kind of stories unfold throughout each episode.
It looks like ‘Down Lo’ is going to be one of those shows that you don’t want to miss – so make sure your calendar is clear when it premieres! John Legend has proven himself time and again as a masterful producer, so I’m confident that this new project will be another success for him. From the amazing cast he’s assembled through his unique vision, I can’t wait to watch ‘Down Lo’ come together onscreen.
