Rapper Delves Into Reality TV With Michelle Obama

joan

October 30, 2014 3:26 PM

The Latin Grammy winner plans to get involved with US First Lady, Michelle Obama, Lady Gaga, Paul McCartney and Koby Bryant in his new reality TV production

Rapper Pitbull is ready for a change and television is the answer!

The Cuban writer is currently working on two new reality TV series in collaboration with the Weinstein Company

According to The Gaurdian, the first, Pitbull: The Lyfe, looks set to be a standard pop reality show: a fly-on-the- wall look at Pitbull’s lifestyle, following him on tour and in the studio.

The second, however, is more ambitious. The REAL Change Project will pair him with key people in sport, music and politics as they discuss the mentors that have aided them in their success. Names attached to the project so far include Paul McCartney, Kobe Bryant, Lady Gaga and Michelle Obama.

In addition, the 2 series will also feature “performances to help raise money for teachers and educators internationally”, though it’s not clear whether the longed-for Paul McCartney and Pitbull collaboration will become a reality.

In a statement, Harvey Weinstein described the showsas “a phenomenal opportunity,” while Pitbull called them “two series with the point of view that life is what we make it – some follow the rules, others bend them ... we will show what’s behind the curtain and most important, learning, listening from the best plays a huge role in the journey.”

In the course of his production and as an advantage to his political credentials, Pitbull is also expected to have a private meeting with US First Lady, Michelle Obama.

Pitbull has been outspoken against the Cuban regime ever since his father organised an exodus of hundreds of Cubans to Florida in the 1980s. He has also previously partnered with an organisation that encourages Latinos to vote in USA.

Neither of the shows has networks signed up yet, but Pitball has said that “the party kicks off 2015.” His new album Globalized is released on 24 November.

joan