“Peacock’s Fight Night: The Million Dollar Heist Takes Center Stage at Martha’s Vineyard African American Film Festival”

The Martha’s Vineyard African American Film Festival closed out with a bang as Peacock’s limited series “Fight Night: The Million Dollar Heist” took center stage. The star-studded panel and closing night party brought together industry heavyweights and fans alike for a night to remember.

DJ Trauma set the tone for the evening before festival founders Stephanie and Floyd Rance kicked off the programming. The highlight of the night was a conversation between executive producer Will Packer and journalist Danielle Cadet, where they delved into the power of legacy and influence in the industry.

The sold-out screening of “Fight Night: The Million Dollar Heist” was a hit with the audience, who then had the opportunity to hear from Packer, showrunner Shaye Ogbonna, and cast members Taraji P. Henson, Don Cheadle, and Chloe Bailey. The panel discussion, moderated by journalist Tiffany Cross, provided insights into the making of the series and the experiences of the cast.

The night culminated in the Closing Night Party at The Loft, where guests mingled with the cast and executive producers of the series. Notable attendees included singer-songwriter Ledisi, actor Glynn Turman, MSNBC President Rashida Jones, actress Lynn Whitfield, and best-selling author Elaine Welteroth.

With the premiere of “Fight Night: The Million Dollar Heist” on Peacock just around the corner, the excitement and anticipation for the series are at an all-time high. Stay tuned for the premiere on September 5th to see what all the buzz is about.