Cedric the Entertainer to Star in Hot in Cleveland Spin-Off

NEW YORK: TV Land is working on a spin-off to the hit series Hot in Cleveland that will feature actor/comedian Cedric the Entertainer.

The spin-off revolves around a character that Cedric will originate in upcoming episodes of Hot in Cleveland, in which he will play a minister who finds himself involved in the ladies’ adventures. Hot in Cleveland creator Suzanne Martin is attached to the project as executive producer and writer.

"We’re definitely going to bring people quality entertainment and laughs with this new show," said Cedric. "I’m very excited to be working with TV Land and the creative team of Hot in Cleveland."

"Cedric is hilarious and I’m so happy to do this show with him," commented Martin, the creator, writer, showrunner and executive producer of Hot in Cleveland. "We are going to have a lot of fun developing and exploring his role as a minister."

"Cedric is amazingly funny and has proven time and time again that he is one of the most talented performers in recent years," added Keith Cox, the executive VP of development and original programming at TV Land. "Coupling Cedric’s comedic timing with Suzanne’s incredible writing skills will definitely create magic for the network," continued Cox.

Larry Jones, the president of TV Land, added, "This deal fits in perfectly with TV Land’s strategy of working with top talent both in front of and behind the camera. We are so excited that Cedric is joining the TV Land family."