Insecure Stars Jay Ellis and Kendrick Sampson Reunite for Book Tour in Houston
Houston, TX - [July 23, 2024] – Jay Ellis and Kendrick Sampson, beloved stars of the hit HBO series "Insecure," are reuniting in Houston for an exclusive event on August 6, 2024, at 7 PM CST at Stages, located at 800 Rosine St, Houston, TX. This marks their first public appearance together since the show ended in 2021, and it promises to be a memorable evening for fans and the community.
Jay Ellis will be promoting his debut memoir, "Did Everyone Have an Imaginary Friend (or Just Me)?". The book is a heartfelt testament to the importance of imagination, self-trust, and making space for creativity. It navigates through Ellis' childhood with his imaginary friend Mikey, paralleling pop culture universes and dealing with personal tragedies, all while maintaining the voice of a close friend.
Kendrick Sampson, known for his roles in HBO's "Insecure" and Amazon Prime's "Something From Tiffany’s", and the upcoming "I am a Virgo" series, will join Ellis to discuss the book's themes and their experiences. Sampson, a Houston native and co-founder of BLD PWR, leverages his platform to advocate for mental health justice, sexual health, and liberation.
Event Details:
Date: August 6, 2024
Time: 7:00 PM CST (Doors Open at 6 PM)
Location: Stages, 800 Rosine St, Houston, TX 77019
Tickets: Available now at www.jayellis.com; each ticket includes a signed copy of "Did Everyone Have an Imaginary Friend (or Just Me)?"
This event promises an evening of engaging conversation, community, and celebration of Black voices and stories. Fans will be thrilled to see Jay Ellis and Kendrick Sampson together again, reflecting on their time on "Insecure" and discussing their latest projects.
About Jay Ellis: Born in Sumter, South Carolina, Jay Ellis is an actor, philanthropist, and entrepreneur. Best known for his role as Lawrence on HBO’s "Insecure," Ellis has also starred in "Top Gun: Maverick". His memoir reflects on his experiences growing up and his creative journey.
About Kendrick Sampson: Kendrick Sampson is an actor, producer, and activist from Houston, Texas. He is dedicated to using his platform to amplify grassroots work in mental health justice, sexual health, and liberation. He co-founded BLD PWR, which focuses on organizing Hollywood and shifting the culture toward protecting and uplifting marginalized communities.
For more information, please contact:
Dorcey Kuti
Public Relations, BLD PWR
Email: dorcey@gazellemediagroup.agency
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