No, this is not about Cersei Lannister and Daenerys Targaryen. It’s about Jessica Williams and Phoebe Robinson. You’ve probably heard of the hit podcast 2 Dope Queens, where the two comedians rehash their lives, current events and pop culture.
HBO announced Thursday that the duo has partnered with the network for four hourlong specials.
“2 Dope Queens and HBO going half on a TV baby? A dream come true! The work wife and I are beyond thrilled that the formula we’ve perfected over the past four seasons of doing the podcast (Ignorance x Cocoa Butter + Comedic Honesty) is being brought to this network,” said Robinson.
Robinson is a television writer and stand-up comedian. She is also the author of the New York Times best-selling book You Can’t Touch My Hair (and Other Things I Still Have to Explain).
Williams stars in the acclaimed Netflix movie The Incredible Jesse James. She also served as a correspondent on The Daily Show 2012-2016 before she left after signing her own development deal with Viacom.
Williams said: “We are so stoked to be partnering with HBO for these specials. Excited to add a couple more Khaleesis to the network!”
Well, now I guess you can’t cancel your HBO subscription after the Game of Thrones finale.