“I’m thrilled to be partnering with my home family, ABC Studios, in this exciting next chapter, alongside my family,” said Shahidi. “It’s exciting to add our production company to the roster of my peers and mentors who are also actively committed to sharing meaningful stories.”Inspired to continue elevating underrepresented voices, 7th Sun’s mission is “to pursue projects that touch upon themes of history, heritage, culture, and joy.” The Shahidis have brought on veteran executive Lajoie St.
“We can’t wait to extend and expand our relationship with the incredibly talented Yara Shahidi, who has been a member of the family since,” said ABC Studios President Jonnie Davis. “When she’s not studying at Harvard and starring in our series ‘grown-ish,’ she’s mentoring and inspiring other young people, which makes us all feel like underachievers but also very proud that she’s part of our Studio.
Shahidi became known for her starring role as the oldest daughter Zoey Johnson on the Kenya Barris-createdranked as the No.1 live action cable comedy series of the 2019-2020 TV season among African American Adults 18-34. Under the guidance of Barris, who also created“Yara is a force,” said Barris. “She is insanely talented, unreasonably smart and hardworking beyond compare,” said Kenya Barris.
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I could always tell something big was coming for her. She is a very intelligent young woman. I wish her so much more success in her future endeavors as well 🙌🏾🙌🏾💜💜Congratulations YaraShahidi!!!
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when i’m casted as a lead in one of the production company’s films.
I wish I could have these amazing opportunities.
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