Yvette Nicole Brown stars in “The Mayor”

While it may seem like a goofy premise to staunch political satirists, “The Mayor” shows promise as a series that could inspire others to do good in their neighborhoods as the rookie mayor pushes for positive change despite his lack of experience in politics. Created by Emmy nominee Jeremy Bronson (“The Mindy Project”), the series has had industry pundits buzzing since it was an-

According to Bronson, the show was inspired by Chance the Rapper and Broadway actor

Shortly after news of the pilot deal broke, Hall was cast in the lead role. While he’ll be a fresh face to many TV viewers, he has an impressive resume. Since graduating from The Juilliard School, he’s appeared in such series as “Unforgettable,” “Broad City” and “Search Party,” and will be seen on the big screen in the upcoming thriller “Monster Party.”

Within a month of Hall’s casting, “Glee” fans cheered for Michele, who’d been cast as his costar, playing the same kind of ambitious female that endeared her to millions during her time in Fox’s musical series “Glee.” Her character in “The Mayor” helps Rose make his unconventional ideas a reality, thanks to her straitlaced style and extensive knowledge of the municipal political system.

When Yvette Nicole Brown joined the cast as Rose’s mother, the news sent her fans into a frenzy, as she was still a cast member in CBS’s “The Odd Couple” revival, which has since been cancelled. It’s interesting to note that Brown had been cast in “The Odd Couple” while still tied to NBC’s quirky cult comedy hit “Community.” The popular actress has made a big impression on “The Mayor’s” producers — Diggs has praised her as the “heart of the show.”

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The immigrants who have benefited from DACA are called Dreamers. Sessions explained that the kids will still be Dreamers, but in more of a “Nightmare on Elm Street” sort of way.

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New York is a dangerous place for fashion models. Last year, one of them slipped through a subway grate and disappeared. Like “It”! But without the balloon.

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New York Mayor Bill De Blasio recently praised his running of the city, saying: “You’d assume they’d be having parades in the streets.” Unfortunately, New Yorkers can’t get to the streets because they’re stuck underground on the subway all day.

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“SNL” alum David Spade will continue his role as Gunt in a recurring capacity throughout the season.

The talented cast, experienced writing staff and even a Broadway star give serious weight to the lighthearted political comedy in the vein of such classic series as “Spin City” and “Benson,” and HBO’s current hit “Veep.” Watch as rapper Rose struggles to overcome his inexperience and rise to the occasion to help his community in the premiere of “The Mayor,” airing Tuesday, Oct. 3, on ABC.