Issa Rae is a filmmaking force to be reckoned with. Since the popularity of The Misadventures of Awkward Black Girl series hit the web, offers to expand Issa’s brand have been endless. Check out this list of three entertainment ventures “J” has in the works.
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Issa Rae and Shonda Rhimes Work On A Comedy Series
Last year, news surfaced that Issa Rae and Shonda Rhimes planned to join creative forces, and produce two comedy shows for ABC. The shows were titled I Hate L.A. and The Mix, and would bring the funny to the channel; however, there’s no word on when the shows will air.
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HBO Taps Issa Rae and Larry Wilmore For Comedy Show
With a similar plot to that of The Misadventures of Awkward Black Girl, Issa Rae and Larry Wilmore will co-executive produce a fresh series for the network.
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Issa Rae Sets Sights On The Big Screen
From her YouTube Channel to cable television, and now the silver screen, Issa Rae will play the iconic Nina Simone in the upcoming movie highlighting the life and work of famed author Lorraine Hansberry. Simone was a personal friend of the A Raisin in the Sun writer, and it’ll be exciting to see how Rae acts in this role.
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CEO and Owner of Issa Rae Productions
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