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FOX has picked up Jamie Foxx Project, details

By April MacIntyre Sep 1, 2010, 18:32 GMT

US Actor Jamie Foxx on Fox EPA/PETER FOLEY

Taking a play out of Martin Lawrence's book, Jamie Foxx is set to become comedy's latest master of ceremonies.

FOX has picked up Jamie Foxx Project (working title), a half-hour sketch-comedy series executive-produced by Oscar winner Jamie Foxx and set to debut in primetime during the 2010-2011 season.

Comic and actor Affion Crockett will star in and also serve as a producer of this fast-paced comedy.

“Jamie Foxx’s brilliance first shined on FOX, so it’s fantastic to welcome him back to the network,” said Kevin Reilly, President of Entertainment, Fox Broadcasting Company. “Jamie is an undeniable comedy powerhouse both as a performer and a producer, and teamed with the outrageous next-generation comedy of Affion Crockett, we look forward to the next wave of sketch comedy on FOX.”

“I’m looking forward to delivering a groundbreaking new series and working closely with the talented team at FOX again,” said Foxx.

Similat in feel to “In Living Color,” the series will offer a fresh take on pop culture, including spoofs of movie trailers, commercials, TV shows, music videos and celebrities, with a diverse cast made up of the very best new young comedians on the scene today. Additionally, some of the biggest names in Hollywood will be stopping by for a visit.