“The Sterling Affairs, which is a new limited series being developed by Disney FX has reportedly added seven new cast members, check out the names of the new cast members along with all other details about the release date
Gina Welch wrote the “Sterling Affairs” based on the ESPN 30 for 30 Podcast with the same name, reported and hosted by Ramona Shelburne.
Disney FX The Sterling Affairs release date, cast name list and plot story
First look at the actors in the new mini series “The Sterling Affairs” led by legendary actor Laurence Fishburne.
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The Sterling Affairs is a six-episode limited series, which details the downfall of former Los Angeles Clippers’ owner Donald Sterling.
Disney FX’s “The Sterling Affairs” plot
Disney’s FX’s upcoming limited series “The Sterling Affairs”, tells the behind-the-scenes story of coach Doc Rivers and the struggle of the Los Angeles Clippers to bring a championship to what was historically one of the worst franchises across all sports.
Moreover, it all takes time during the impending downfall of the team’s former owner, Donald Sterling. Sterling was notoriously racist and this behaviour is brought out in the series. Moreover, the series also portrays the power struggle between his wife of over 60 years, Shelly Sterling, and V. Stiviano, Sterling’s mistress.
“The Sterling Affairs” star list
Given below are the list of stars that feature in “The Sterling Affairs” series:
- Laurence Fishburne
- Jacki Weaver
- Cleopatra Coleman
- Kelly AuCoin
- Austin Scott
- Alphonse Nicholson
- Sheldon “Shel” Bailey
- Sarunas J. Jackson
- Charlie McElveen
“The Sterling Affairs” adds seven new cast members
Given below is the list of the seven new cast members who have joined the “The Sterling Affairs” cast:
- Harriet Samson Harris (Hacks)
- Corbin Bernsen (City On a Hill)
- Yvonna Pearson (Dynasty)
- Jock McKissic (Your Honor)
- Darryl Wesley (This Is Us)
- Rich Sommer (Minx)
- Clifton Davis (Billions)
Corbin Bernsen will portray Pierce O’Donnell, while Yvonna Pearson will play Deja. McKissic will play the role of Glen “Big Baby” Davis, and Wesley will portray Jamal Crawford. Harris will play Justine, while Sommer portrays Seth Burton, and Clifton Davis will play Elgin Baylor.
The “Sterling Affairs” producers
The “Sterling Affairs” has several executive producers including Welch (Under the Banner of Heaven, Castle Rock), Nina Jacobson, and Brad Simpson of Color Force (American Crime Story, Pose) and Shelburne.
Meanwhile, Kevin Bray will direct the first block and also serve as the executive producer on those episodes. Aside from the people stated above, Nellie Reed of Color Force and Rembert Browne will serve as the series Producers. FX Productions will produce the entire series.
The “Sterling Affairs” release date
As of now, producers have not announced the release date for the “The Sterling Affairs” series. However, the series will reportedly release on Hulu in the United States, and as a Star Original on Disney+ internationally.