Jennifer Lopez has just signed a deal with US network NBC to star in a TV music special this autumn and produce a weekly sitcom based on her childhood. The sultry star is also set to produce an additional three music specials through her firm Nuyorican Productions, though she’s only slated to appear in the first.
“Jennifer tells hilarious stories about growing up all the time,” says her manager, Benny Medina. “And a show like this, a neighbourhood comedy involving a family in a multicultural environment, with an engaging point of view and a voice, is something NBC has put an emphasis on. Jennifer will be very hands-on as an executive producer, as this show is truly born out of her personal experiences.”
Though the programme is still in its nascent stage, the show is said to be about a Puerto Rican family growing up in the Bronx.
“Jennifer Lopez is the country’s hottest entertainer now with crossover appeal in film, music, fashion and many other genres,” says Jeff Zucker, president of NBC entertainment.
J Lo continues her quest for ubiquity on Friday when her latest film Angel Eyes opens Stateside. Her latest single, Play, is currently entrenched in the Top 20 on both sides of the Atlantic and she recently announced plans for a clothing line with Andy Hilfiger, younger brother of Tommy Hilfiger.
Jennifer appeared as one of the famed ‘Fly Girl’ dancers on FOX’s sketch comedy show In Living Color in 1990.
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