Lilly Singh (Lilly) names showrunner for NBC late night talk show
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from executive producer Adam McKay featuring Patton Oswald, Ed O'Neill, Rashida Jones, Jason Sudekis and others. "It's a rare opportunity to get to launch something brand new in the world of late night," Silverstein tells. "I'm excited to have the chance to amplify Lilly's unique voice and bring her to a new audience who's never seen anything like her on television. She brings a truly diverse, authentic and surprising perspective — while being brutally funny."
She joins a team that includes executive producers Singh and John Irwin and co-executive producers Polly Auritt, Casey Spira, Sean O'Connor and Sarah Weichel. Singh's writer's room includes O'Connor, Marina Cockenberg, Sergio Serna Mona Mira, Jen Burton and Jonathan Giles. Ryan Polito is directing.in the 1:35 a.m. time slot on the broadcast network, will feature a mix of Singh's signature sketch comedy alongside pre-packaged segments and guest interviews.
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