Oprah Winfrey to Create Family Drama at HBO
Oprah Winfrey's media dominance continues to grow. According to The Hollywood Reporter, the Mighty O's Harpo Films has partnered with HBO to create a new television drama. Winfrey's untitled drama will center around the wealthy first black president of a prestigious liberal arts college, who's family gains media attention. The family puts on a united front, while dealing with infighting and dark obsessions behind the scenes.
Playright Thomas Bradshaw has signed on to the project as co-executive producer and writer. Harpo's Kate Forte will serve as showrunner for the hour-long drama.