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‘Power Book II: Ghost’ Star Woody McClain Signs With M88

Woody McClain

Woody McClain, the actor, professional dancer, and content creator, has signed with M88, a leading talent agency that represents some of the biggest names in the entertainment industry. As part of the partnership, M88 will create and develop new opportunities for McClain in the entertainment and strategic partnership spaces.

McClain is best known for his role as Cane Tejada in the hit Starz network series, Power Book II: Ghost, where he stars opposite Mary J. Blige. The drama series, which premiered in 2020, has been a massive success and recently set a viewership record in its first weekend, making it Starz's biggest premiere weekend ever. The show was renewed for a fourth season ahead of the Season 3 premiere.

Aside from his work on Power Book II: Ghost, McClain has several other exciting projects in the works. He will be starring in the upcoming film, Desperation Road, set to release later this year. Written by Michael Farris Smith, the film is set in Mississippi and follows a singular event that sets the entire town on a collision course fueled by vengeance, anger, and regret. Mel Gibson, Garrett Hedlund, and Ryan Hurst also star in the film.

McClain first gained prominence for his portrayal of Bobby Brown in the BET miniseries, The Bobby Brown Story. He reprised the role in BET's The New Edition Story, for which he was nominated for Best Actor at the BET Awards in 2017. He has also appeared in several films, including The Harder They Fall opposite Jonathan Majors and Regina King and Canal Street opposite Bryshere Gray, Jon Seda, and Mekhi Phifer.

With his immense talent and rising popularity, McClain is poised for even greater success in the entertainment industry. By partnering with M88, he is sure to have access to some of the best opportunities available in the industry. Fans of McClain can look forward to seeing him in more exciting projects in the coming years.