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Apple TV Developing New Comedy Series with Kenya Barris and Oprah Winfrey

Updated 2026-05-18 19:20 UTC 1 source Neutral

Apple TV is developing a new comedy series called 'American Comfort,' inspired by Melba Wilson. Oscar and Emmy nominee Danielle Brooks will star in the project.

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Danielle Brooks Stars In ‘American Comfort’ Comedy Inspired By Melba Wilson In Works At Apple TV From Kenya Barris, Oprah Winfrey & Kapital

EXCLUSIVE: Apple TV is developing American Comfort (working title), a soul food restaurant comedy from black-ish creator Kenya Barris, Oprah Winfrey and Aaron Kaplan’s Kapital Entertainment, Deadline has learned. Oscar and Emmy nominee Danielle Brooks is set to star and executive produce in th

2026-05-18 19:08 UTC