Taraji P. Henson and Lori Harvey stole the spotlight at the star-studded Fight Night: The Million Dollar Heist premiere on Wednesday.
The Hidden Figures actress, 53, and the Instagram model, 27, looked incredible in their plunging ensembles as they graced the red carpet for Peacock’s limited series.
The show, which is based on the podcast of the same name, revisits an armed robbery that happened the same night as Muhammad Ali’s highly anticipated comeback fight against Jerry Quarry. in October 1970.
Dressed in a daring silver metallic ensemble, Taraji, who plays Vivan Thomas, captivated the crowd, leaving little to the imagination as she flashed her signature megawatt smile for the cameras.
Lori, who plays Lola Falana, made a statement in a plunging white shirtdress, featuring a thigh-high slit that added a bold touch to her look.
Taraji P. Henson and Lori Harvey stole the spotlight at the star-studded Fight Night: The Million Dollar Heist premiere on Wednesday.
The Hidden Figures actress, 53, and the Instagram model, 27, looked incredible in their plunging ensembles as they graced the red carpet for Peacock’s limited series
The show, which is based on the podcast of the same name, revisits an armed robbery that happened the same night as Muhammad Ali ‘s highly anticipated comeback fight against Jerry Quarry. in October 1970
The stars’ eye-popping ensembles were the talk of the town, despite the event flooded with celebrities such as Terrence Howard, Kevin Hart, Don Cheadle, Samuel L. Jackson, Sinqua Walls and more.
Set in Atlanta, the series chronicles Muhammad Ali’s return to the ring after a three-year ban for refusing military induction.
The story pivots to an after-party, where hundreds of fight fans were held at gunpoint in what became one of the largest armed robberies in U.S. history.
The plot will focus on a police officer and a hustler at the center of it all, according to Deadline.
When a notorious hustler known as Chicken Man (Kevin Hart) throws an extravagant afterparty to celebrate the fight, he hosts some of the wealthiest figures in the country.
However, the event quickly spirals into chaos, culminating in one of the most audacious heists in Atlanta’s criminal history.
As the mastermind behind the robbery comes under suspicion, Chicken Man is determined to prove his innocence.
To do so, he must persuade his former rival, J.D. Hudson (Don Cheadle), a pioneering Black detective in Atlanta’s newly desegregated police force.
Taraji took the plunge in her daring dress
Dressed in a daring silver metallic ensemble, Taraji captivated the crowd, leaving little to the imagination as she flashed her signature megawatt smile for the cameras.
She paired the silver metallic dress with her chic high heels
THe Empire star left little to the imagination on teh red carpet
Taraji rocked a new copper hair color for the event
Hudson, tasked with unraveling the case and bringing the culprits to justice, holds the key to clearing Chicken Man’s name.
The series delves into the tense battle between these two formidable figures against the backdrop of a high-stakes criminal investigation.
As secrets are uncovered and alliances are tested, the fight for redemption becomes as intense as the original boxing match.
The ensemble lead cast also includes Jackson (Frank Moten), Howard (Cadillac Richie).
Among the show’s guest stars are Chloe Bailey (Lena Mosley), Marsha Stephanie Blake (Delores Hudson), Lori Harvey (Lola Falana), and Walls (McKinley Rogers).
This dramatic event not only shocked the nation but also shed light on Atlanta’s criminal underworld.
After more than three years away from the sport, Ali made his highly anticipated return to the ring in October 1970, facing off against Quarry at Atlanta’s Municipal Auditorium.
Despite the long layoff, Ali quickly found his rhythm, dispatching Quarry in just three rounds.
Her chic slipper heel make quite the splash
Lori, who plays Lola Falana, made a statement in a plunging white shirtdress, featuring a thigh-high slit that added a bold touch to her look
Her glittering clutch was the perfect accessory to the ensemble
However, the next day’s headlines were overshadowed by a shocking crime at the after-party meant to celebrate Ali’s comeback.
Dozens of attendees, including some of Atlanta’s top Black Mafia figures, were ambushed by gunmen wielding sawed-off shotguns.
What began as a night of celebration ended in one of the largest armed robberies in U.S. history.
J.D. Hudson, one of Atlanta’s first Black detectives and a key figure in Ali’s security detail that night, was thrust into a different kind of spotlight.
Tasked by the police chief with investigating the brazen heist, Hudson found himself navigating a case that exposed the dark underbelly of Atlanta’s criminal world.
The upcoming series, created and written by Shaye Ogbonna, brings this gripping story to life.
The screenplay, penned by Ogbonna, not only promises a riveting tale but also showcases Ogbonna’s dual role as the creator and writer.
Chloe Bailey was a golden goddess on the red carpet
She gave a peek at her decolletage
Sunny Hostin looked incredible in all black
Kevin Hart looked sharp in a silver suit
Kevin and Taraji lit up the red carpet
Don Cheadle looked dapper in a blue suit
Bridgid Coulter and Cheadle made a cute couple
Terrence Howard and Mira Pak kept their arms around each other
LaTanya Richardson and Samuel L. Jackson stole the spotlight
Terrence Howard, Kevin Hart, Don Cheadle, Taraji P. Henson and Samuel L. Jackson were all smiles
Clifton Powell, Terrence Howard, Kevin Hart, Don Cheadle, Taraji P. Henson, Marsha Stephanie Blake, Samuel L. Jackson, William Packer and Sinqua Walls posed for the shutterbugs
Ogbonna also serves as an executive producer and co-showrunner alongside Jason Horwitch.
The production boasts an impressive lineup of executive producers, including Kevin Hart, Bryan Smiley, and Mike Stein for Hartbeat, Will Packer and Sabrina Wind for Will Packer Media, and Conal Byrne, Will Pearson, and Carrie Lieberman for iHeartPodcasts.
Jeff Keating and Lars Jacobson are also part of the executive team.
Director Craig Brewer takes charge of several key episodes, including the pivotal opening and closing ones.