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Reverend Jesse Jackson's Untold Story: A Docuseries Unveils His Lasting Impact
20 Oct
Summary
- Prentice Penny to direct docuseries on Reverend Jesse Jackson's life and legacy
- Series told from the perspective of Jackson's youngest daughter, Ashley Laverne Jackson
- Docuseries promises never-before-heard stories and rare footage of Jackson's influence
In October 2025, it was announced that Prentice Penny (Insecure) will direct a three-part documentary series chronicling the life and legacy of civil rights icon Reverend Jesse Jackson. The series will be told from the perspective of Reverend Jackson's youngest daughter, Ashley Laverne Jackson, and promises to unveil never-before-heard stories and rare footage revealing how Reverend Jackson has quietly shaped pop culture and influenced pivotal historical moments in ways rarely explored.
Ashley Laverne Jackson expressed her desire to preserve and share her father's profound legacy, as she often finds his work and impact underrepresented, even during Black History Month. With Prentice Penny and Joie Jacoby at the helm, the docuseries aims to serve as a bridge for younger generations seeking to learn more about Reverend Jackson's groundbreaking contributions to the civil rights movement, American politics, and global affairs.
