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Danielle Brooks stars in ‘American Comfort’ comedy inspired by Melba Wilson

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Danielle Brooks stars in ‘American Comfort’ comedy inspired by Melba Wilson

Danielle Brooks stars in ‘American Comfort’ comedy inspired by Melba Wilson in works at Apple TV from Kenya Barris, Oprah Winfrey & Kapital.

Apple TV is developing American Comfort, a soul food restaurant comedy inspired by the life of James Beard Award-nominated restaurateur and chef Melba Wilson. Written and executive produced by black-ish creator Kenya Barris, the series stars Oscar and Emmy nominee Danielle Brooks as Melba, the owner of a legendary Harlem soul food landmark. The highly competitive project brings together a powerhouse executive producing team that includes Oprah Winfrey, Aaron Kaplan’s Kapital Entertainment, and Wilson herself, highlighting the heart, humor, and hospitality that transformed a neighborhood eatery into a 20-year cultural institution.

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Nellie Andreeva

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