The anticipated television series is executive produced by John Legend and Debra Martin Chase.
Kennedy Ryan’s ‘Before I Let Go’ series adaptiation has found its leading ladies. Danielle Brooks and Teyonah Parris have been tapped to star in the anticipated onscreen portrayal of the bestselling romance novel.
According to Deadline, Parris is set to take on the role as the female lead while Brooks has been named a series regular. John Legend and Debra Martin Chase are named as executive producers with the pilot co-written by Ryan herself and Malcolm D. Lee.
“Before I Let Go” is the first installment in Ryan’s “Skyland series,” followed by “This Could Be Us” (2023) and “Can’t Get Enough” (2025). Additional talent bringing the series to life includes authors Tembi Locke and Attica Locke as the showrunners and writers, as well as executive producers.
As described by the outlet, Parris’ character, Yasmen, a successful mom and restaurateur, must navigate a pending divorce and shared custody with her ex-husband; however, their proximity complicates the situation. Brooks fills in as Yasmen’s best friend, a confident, sexy, and childless-by-choice successful entrepreneur who pours everything into the people and causes she loves.
Ryan’s first-look deal for the ‘Before I Let Go’ on-screen adaptation was first announced in April, when she signed a deal with Universal Studio Group. According to the agreement, the author will create and produce series for different platforms and develop original ideas for USG to turn into television shows under her Scribe Chick Media banner. The series itself was greenlit by Peacock in September.
“Getting the chance to bring the ‘Skyland’ series to life onscreen is a dream come true. I’m excited about what this remarkable team is creating,” Ryan said in a statement. “Co-writing the pilot with Malcolm D. Lee and now imagining this world with Attica and Tembi is more than I even knew to ask for. These characters have meant so much to so many readers, and none of this would be possible without the people who have supported my work for years. I’m incredibly grateful and excited to find a new audience for these books that have changed my life.”
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