Mark your calendars for March 18 as Netflix will premiere its inaugural African reality show entitled Young, Famous & African
Unscripted and unapologetically African, the series promises to bring viewers top-tier, best-in-class variety entertainment through the lens of some of its favourite A-list personalities from the African continent. Meet the creators of this exciting show who shared what they thought about the show:
Martin Asare Amankwah. Amankwah is an experienced content producer whose successful track record includes working in the entertainment industry across London, Africa and the USA. He also oversees sponsorship and revenue for leading flagship shows on the Forbes Africa TV platform and CNBC Africa Network. This is what he said about the show: “It’s really exciting to be able to show the world an exclusive look into the lives of Africa’s top celebrities and socialites. Young, Famous & African is a depiction of a world that has never been seen before, highlighting authentic stories and unrivalled access to some of the most celebrated celebrities.”
Peace Hyde. Hyde is an award-winning producer, TV host, creator, journalist and activist. She is the head of digital media and partnership and the West African correspondent at Forbes Africa. Peace is also the creator, producer and host of two leading flagship talk shows, Forbes Africa’s My Worst Day with Peace Hyde, the only show that speaks to Africa’s billionaires, and Forbes Woman Africa’s Against the Odds on the CNBC Africa channel on DStv. This is what she said about the show, “This has been a labour of love that has finally become a reality. Growing up in the U.K. there were no glitzy and sexy images of Africa, all we saw were the stereotypical images that has been propelled in the media for years. Young, Famous & African presents an Africa that is vibrant, beautiful, glossy and sexy to the world and we are super proud and excited for the world to see it.”
Adelaide Joshua Hill is the head of content and creative, as well as an executive producer of Urban Brew Studios, where she has been for 13 years. This is what she shared “We are thrilled to have been a part of this amazing show, it is wonderful to be able to show a different side of Africa to the world and highlight the amazing people we have on our continent. We thank each and every one of the cast members who gave of their time and allowed us a sneak peek into their lives. Young, Famous & African is a wild luxury ride, a trip that is worth the time.”
Source: https://www.netflix.com/za/title/81310218 and supplied
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