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TikTok Star Jake Shane to Star in Hulu Comedy Series About His Life
6 Nov
Summary
- "Therapuss" host Jake Shane to star in and executive produce a new Hulu comedy series
- Series based on Shane's life, co-written by "Hacks" writer Genevieve Aniello
- Shane made acting debut in recent season of "Hacks"
In a major career move, TikTok personality Jake Shane, known for his "Therapuss" podcast, has been selected to star in and executive produce a new comedy series for Hulu. The untitled series, currently in development with 20th Television, will be a fictionalized take on Shane's own life.
Joining Shane on the project is "Hacks" writer Genevieve Aniello, who will pen the pilot episode and serve as an executive producer. The series is based on a story developed by Shane, Aniello, and "Saturday Night Live" alum Paul Briganti.
This new role marks a significant step up for Shane, who made his acting debut just last season in the acclaimed HBO Max series "Hacks." Now, he will have the opportunity to bring his own experiences and persona to the small screen in a leading capacity.
The announcement of this Hulu series comes as the latest in a string of high-profile projects for the rising social media star, further solidifying his transition from online personality to multi-talented entertainer.
