From Oakland to Hollywood: The Journey of a Black Creative Dreamer
When I think back to my early days, it’s hard not to smile. I was born in Oakland and raised in Los Angeles, two cities that shaped me in very different ways. Oakland gave me roots—a sense of community, culture, and resilience—while Los Angeles exposed me to possibility, ambition, and the endless dream of Hollywood. […]
The Power of Reunions: Why Revisiting Martin Reminded Us of Our Cultural Impact
When you spend decades in Hollywood, it’s easy to get caught up in what’s next—the next project, the next script, the next pitch. But every once in a while, you get a moment that reminds you of the impact your work has had. For me, that moment came when I co-wrote and co-executive produced Martin: […]
Behind the Blueprint: What They Don’t Teach You About Making It in Hollywood
When I first stepped into Hollywood, I thought I had a good idea of what it would take to make it. I’d grown up loving movies and TV, and I knew I wanted to tell stories that reflected my world and culture. What I didn’t realize back then was how much more there was to […]
Built to Last: What It Takes to Stay Relevant in Hollywood for 30 Years
When I look back over my career—starting from the early days on Martin to now producing and directing shows like Millennials and Family Time—one thing stands out: staying relevant in Hollywood isn’t easy. It takes more than talent. It takes hustle, adaptability, patience, and most importantly, knowing who you are and what you want to […]
Why Storytelling Is a Family Business: Creativity, Culture & Collaboration at Home
When most people think about my work, they picture the television shows, the scripts, the directing chairs. But what they don’t always see is how deeply intertwined my family is with everything I do. For me, storytelling isn’t just a job or a passion — it’s a family business. It’s something that happens at home, […]
Bridging the Gap: Mentoring the Next Generation of Black Creators in Hollywood
When I look back at my journey in this business, I think about how different things might’ve been if I had a blueprint. Someone who looked like me, talked like me, and had already walked the path I was trying to navigate. Someone to say, “Here’s what to expect—and here’s how to handle it.” Now, […]
Beyond the Grind: How I Balance Hustle with Health and Happiness
When people look at my career, they usually see the end product—the shows, the writing credits, the producing and directing. What they don’t always see is the constant balancing act behind the scenes. Being a writer, producer, and director comes with nonstop deadlines, creative challenges, and leadership responsibilities. It’s rewarding work, no doubt, but it […]
The Evolution of Black Sitcoms in Television History
Growing up in Oakland and then Los Angeles, I was surrounded by stories—some told on the streets, some on TV screens. From a young age, television was a big part of my life, and specifically, Black sitcoms played a huge role in shaping how I saw the world and myself. When I started my career, […]