John Legend's production company just got a development deal with HBO to produce a drama called Down Lo about a closeted gay rapper in Miami...
From Deadline
Set in Miami’s South Beach, the edgy ensemble drama explores the intersection of three worlds — the party town’s popular music scene and sports and fashion circles. It deals with fame and secrets, with the stories told from multiple points of view. One of them will be that of a gay rapper living on the down low as homosexuality is still not readily accepted in the hip-hop community.
Down Lo also features top models as well as athletes with their penchant for big money, fast cars and beautiful women.
Down Lo, is expected to draw on Legend’s first-hand knowledge and great access to the music world...
