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SANTA MONICA, Calif.,
Feb. 11, 2020-- Writer, actor and producer Laura Chinn,
the versatile creator of Lionsgate, 3 Arts Entertainment and Jax Media's
critically-acclaimed comedy series "Florida Girls," has signed an
overall television deal with global content leader Lionsgate (NYSE:
LGF.A, LGF.B) to develop and produce scripted original series, it was
announced today by Lionsgate Television Group Chairman Kevin Beggs.
"Florida Girls," a laugh-out-loud comedy that has received rave
reviews in its debut season, has already been renewed for a second
season on Pop TV. Chinn is also known for her work on the Lionsgate
feature film Warrior, Emmy® winner "Children's Hospital," Golden Globe® winning "Grey's Anatomy," and "The Mick."
"Laura
is the kind of fresh and singular creative voice who resonates with
today's television audiences, and we're fortunate to be her chosen
studio incubator," said Beggs. "We're very proud of the work we're
already doing together and can't wait to collaborate on more exciting
and bold television series that cut through the clutter."
"When I
brought my story to Lionsgate, they were very supportive, enthusiastic
and fully embraced my vision," said Chinn. "It's refreshing to work with
a team that offers you creative freedom and different avenues for
telling your stories. I look forward to expanding our partnership and
creating more great content together."
Chinn is represented by 3 Arts Entertainment, UTA, Hansen Jacobson and ID.
Chinn
joins Lionsgate's portfolio of A-list talent relationships that
includes Courtney Kemp, 3 Arts Entertainment, the Tannenbaum Company,
Paul Feig, BBC Studios, Erik Feig's Picturestart, Universal Music Group,
Mary J. Blige, Eugenio Derbez, Yvette Lee Bowser, Mona Scott-Young, the
Erwin Brothers, and Seth Rogen, Evan Goldberg & James Weaver's
Point Grey Pictures.
