Over the last 25 years, Royale Watkins has worked as a comic, writer, executive producer and director of large-scale comedy based live performances, film, broadcast television and digital projects. A sought-after comedy writer and production consultant, he has established himself as the go to guy for all thing’s comedy. Now in his third season as a consulting producer on “A Million Little Things” for ABC, he adds scripted drama to this list of tools at his disposal. He has written and produced such notable shows as “Def Comedy Jam”, “BET Honors”, and “TV Land Awards”. He served as Exec Prod/Showrunner on the BET+ series “All The Way Black” as well as writer/producer on Mike Epps Netflix Special “Only One Mike”. He provided writer/consulting producer services on the Netflix Special’s “DL Hughley- Contrarian” and “Cedric The Entertainer- Live From The Ville.” He also co-Directed the Netflix Special “Kevin Hart presents Lil Rel Howery- RELevent” and recently reteamed with Kevin Hart’s Hartbeat Productions to executive produced and co-direct the three-part Plastic Cup Boyz stand-up series through his Entertainment Solutions production banner. When he’s not writing or producing, he host his “Mixtape Comedy” series which has a monthly residence at Gotham Comedy Club in New York City. His television writing credits include “All of Us”, “Til Death”, TBS’ “Are We There Yet?” and his own short-lived NBC sitcom, “Built to Last”. His “The N-Word” episode of “All of Us”, directed by Will Smith, was nominated for an NAACP Image Award. He recently executive produced the upcoming Mike Epps special “Indiana Mike” for Netflix and currently serves as a consulting producer on the ABC series, “A Million Little Things”. He enjoys playing golf and spending time with his wife and three sons and doing stand-up in between gigs.

Rodney "Red" Grant, a multi-talented comedian, actor, writer, and producer, was born and raised in Washington, D.C. With his infectious humor and unwavering work ethic, Red is currently hosting the Katt Williams’ Heaven on Earth Tour, delighting audiences nationwide. His entertainment career began in 1996 on the legendary stage of New York’s Apollo Theatre, setting the tone for a successful journey in comedy and film. Red has appeared in acclaimed films such as American Hustle and First Sunday, sharing the screen with icons like Katt Williams, Ice Cube, and Tracy Morgan. He’s made his mark on television through memorable performances on Shaq's All-Star Comedy Jam and Comedy Central's Reality Bites Back. His writing talents have shaped shows like Snoop Dogg’s Dogg After Dark and Comedy Central’s Roast of Flavor Flav. Red also captivated audiences with his own Showtime special Caught Red Handed and Comedy Central’s Red Grant Presents. In addition to his on-screen success, Red has proven himself as a producer, writer, and director. In 2000, he debuted his first film, Family Reunion, through his production company, MOVIEOS, in partnership with Lionsgate Entertainment. His work behind the camera has led to numerous projects for the Viacom Network, showcasing his versatility across entertainment platforms. A proud alumnus of Savannah State University, where he pledged Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity, Inc., Red also sits on the board of the Dunbar Alumni Federation. A proud graduate of D.C. Public Schools, Red has always been passionate about giving back to his community. He is an advocate for the reintroduction of vocational education in D.C., recognizing the critical role it plays in addressing educational and employment disparities and reducing crime. His commitment to youth empowerment is reflected in his initiatives like "Shoot Cameras," a filmmaking program for students, and his non-profit organization, “Beyond Your Block," which focuses on Social Emotional Learning and creating transformative opportunities for underserved youth. Red’s impact extends beyond the entertainment industry. His 2022 mayoral campaign in Washington, D.C. garnered national attention for his third-party performance, earning him a second-place finish. Today, Red continued his civic engagement and ran for At-Large Member of the D.C. City Council. Red advocates for equality and the unity of D.C.'s diverse communities. He envisions "One Community" where the strength and well-being of all residents are prioritized, bringing compassion and humanity back to the political landscape.

Melanie Comarcho was born in Chicago and raised in Inglewood, California. Shortly after entering comedy on a dare, she was spotted by producers of Def Comedy Jam. She later went on a Def Comedy Jam tour and won favorite stand-up female (Soul Train Comedy Awards) that year. She has a style that makes others take notice and a woman’s point of view. Melanie has been the opening act for some of the hottest tours in the country like Chris Tucker, Maxwell, Martin Lawrence, and Katt Williams. She was the first stand-up that Chris Rock featured on his late night talk show. She also gives back by doing Fundraisers for Magic Johnson, Alonzo Morning, Ray Lewis and more. She has appeared in the film Boosters, First Sunday and in her self-produced stand-up special “Melanie Comarcho: Hello!” Other credits include Snoop Dogg’s F*Cn Around Comedy Special, The D.L. Hughley Show, The Real Housewives of Atlanta, Last Comic Standing, Def Comedy Jan 25 and BET’s ComicView, among others.

Christopher Powell, also known as Comedian CP, got his first television role appearing on the Fox television series, Empire. For two years, he was a cast member and writer on the Comedy Central series Detroiters. Powell was selected to perform stand-up on HBO’s All Def Comedy. He was also a writer for Black Jesus. Powell acted in a supporting role on season two of the HBO Max series Love Life.