2015 has been good to Lee Daniels so far and it seems to be getting better.
The producer has just signed a multi-year deal with 20th Century Fox TV. The contract allows Daniels to develop, write, direct and produce new television projects under his Lee Daniels Entertainment banner, as well as remain an executive producer of the Fox drama Empire.
Gary Newman and Dana Walden, Fox Exec and CEO had this to say of the new deal:
“Lee Daniels has a gift for telling authentic, provocative stories that are both truthful and wildly entertaining.
His casting instincts are incredible, whether he is discovering tomorrow’s stars or attracting the most accomplished performers to his projects.
“As a director, he elevates world class material to even greater heights, balancing heart-wrenching poignancy with surprising moments of levity that are over the top and fun. Quite simply, we love working with this inspired storyteller, and this deal is about extending and deepening our relationship.”
Daniels added:
“I’m incredibly excited to continue my relationship with Dana and Gary, and the rest of the Fox team.
“I’m looking forward to developing content and finding alternative voices for both in front of and behind the camera.”
Daniels’ Empire returns to Fox for a second season on September 23 and his latest movie Demon House is scheduled to release later this year.
