Collaboration between CBS and NAACP for The Gates daytime soap opera

SOURCE npr.org
CBS and the NAACP are collaborating to create a new daytime soap opera called The Gates, featuring a predominantly Black cast in a wealthy gated community setting. The show aims to provide impactful representation and increase visibility of Black creatives on TV.

Key Points

  • First new daytime soap opera with predominantly Black cast in decades
  • Produced by CBS Studios and NAACP to elevate diverse voices
  • Written by Michele Val Jean, a veteran in daytime television

Pros

  • Increased representation of Black actors in mainstream media
  • Opportunity for diverse storytelling and perspectives
  • Elevating Black creatives in the television industry

Cons

  • No information on the release date or cast yet
  • Historically, daytime soap operas have struggled with longevity