Black-ish creator Kenya Barris has inked an overall deal with ABC Studios.
The pact doesn’t yet confirm a third season renewal for the comedy series, but it does increase the odds at this early stage.
Per Variety:
Under the new, three-year pact, Barris will continue to serve as exec producer and co-showrunner on “Black-ish,” plus will develop new TV projects for the network, cable and streaming services.
“We’re excited about being in business with Kenya for many years to come. His unique and hilarious point of view fits perfectly into the studio and network brand of smart, heartfelt storytelling,” commented ABC entertainment proup president Paul Lee on Friday.
“I’m psyched to be able to call ABC Studios, the place that made my dreams (and my show) come true, my home for the next few years, and hopefully many more,” Barris said in a statement to Deadline. “I can’t wait for Paul Lee to bring me my diamond-encrusted ABC medallion’d gold chain so I can proudly wear it to the Emmys…or one the 17 ‘Straight out of Compton’ screenings I plan on attending.”
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