Join New York Times bestselling author and “Queen of Hip Hop Fiction” Nikki Turner for an exclusive red carpet screening of the pilot episode of Papa’s Baby, a Nikki Turner original series.

Marking Turner’s television production debut, this eight-episode crime drama brings her signature storytelling to the screen with a story charged with ambition, desire, and consequence.

The series stars Omar Gooding (Baby Boy, Family Time), Corey Williams (Power Book IV: Force), Ashley Hogan (I Got the Hook Up 2), and D’Kia Anderson (Tyler Perry’s Beauty in Black). Directed by Joseph V. Cicio, whose career includes work on Black Swan, Iron Man, and Lioness, Papa’s Baby is written, executive produced, and produced by Turner.

Celebrate the creative team behind the series, including the co-producing team of Edford Banuel, Lanett Tachel, and Keith Ward; associate producer Tamika “Desire” Irving; and editor **Krystal Alexandria**. Tachel also appears as Tonya.

Walk the red carpet, enjoy an early look at the pilot episode, and stay for an intimate Q&A exploring the making of Papa’s Baby and Turner’s journey from bestselling author to television producer.

Date: Sunday, November 8, 2026
Address: Los Angeles, CA 90046 | Exact address will be provided upon confirmation.
Time: Red Carpet: 6:00–7:30 PM | Pilot Episode Screening: 8:00 PM, followed by a Q&A

All RSVPs are subject to approval. Attendance is confirmed only upon receipt of a confirmation email.

For questions or media inquiries, contact nikkiturnerproductions@gmail.com