How Issa Rae and 'Insecure' Changed TV

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How Issa Rae and 'Insecure' Changed TV

December 21, 2021

Issa Rae’s award-winning series broke the mold and portrayed young Black people as more than stereotypes — signaling to Hollywood that creators can tell their authentic stories and be successful. But what will the show's cultural impact mean for the next generation of creatives?

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