Apple TV+ announced a straight-to-series order for a comedy series starring Maya Rudolph. It will be created, written, executive produced by Alan Yang and Matt Hubbard.
Maya Rudolph to Star And Exec Produce Apple TV+ Comedy Series
The show did not yet have an official confirmed title or launch date at the time of this writing. However, it was revealed that Saturday Night Live star Ms. Rudolph will play a character called Molly, whose husband leaves her with US$87 billion. She will also serve as an executive producer, as will Natasha Lyonne, Danielle Renfrew Behrens, and Dave Becky.
Ms. Rudolph, Mr. Yang (Little America, Master of None), and Mr. Hubbard. (30 Rock, Forever) have all previously won Emmy Awards. Mr. Yang also has a Peabody Award to his name. He is returning to work with Apple TV+ following collaboration on anthology series Little America. That show received Independent Spirit Award and NAACP Image Award nominations.