CBS has given the green light to the daytime soap opera “The Gates,” according to Variety.
The development of the series was initially announced in March, as part of CBS Studios’ content partnership with the NAACP. According to the official description, “The Gates” explores the lives of a prosperous Black family residing in an upscale, gated community.
Michele Val Jean, a seasoned writer known for her work on “The Bold and the Beautiful” since 2012, will take on the roles of showrunner and executive producer for the upcoming project. With an impressive resume that includes writing for shows like “General Hospital” and “Santa Barbara,” Val Jean brings a wealth of experience to the table. Having penned over 2,000 episodes of daytime television, she has proven her talent and dedication in the industry. Joining her in the executive producer role are Sheila Ducksworth, Leon Russell, Derrick Johnson, and Kimberly Doebereiner. The collaboration between CBS Studios/NAACP and P&G Studios, a division of Procter & Gamble, marks an exciting partnership for the production.
The highly anticipated show is set to premiere in January 2025. Although the exact date and timeslot have yet to be announced, fans can look forward to its debut. It is worth noting that CBS recently revealed that their long-running daytime talk show, “The Talk,” will come to an end after 15 successful seasons in December. However, it is uncertain whether “The Gates” will replace it on CBS.
This series order marks a significant milestone as one of the few new American daytime soap operas in recent decades. In today’s landscape, networks primarily rely on long-running series such as “The Young and the Restless,” “The Bold and the Beautiful,” “Days of Our Lives,” and “General Hospital” to cater to soap opera enthusiasts. It’s worth noting that “Days of Our Lives” has found a new home on the NBCUniversal streaming service, Peacock.
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