OWN PREVIEWS NEW SCRIPTED TYLER PERRY SHOWS IN ATLANTA
l-r: 'The Haves and The Have Nots' cast Crystal Fox, Renee Lawless, John Schneider, and Tika Sumpter with 'Love Thy Neighbor' cast Patrice Lovely, Kendra C. Johnson and Palmer Williams
(ATLANTA) May 16, 2013 - On Tuesday, OWN: Oprah Winfrey Network hosted a preview party at Bar One in Atlanta for their two new scripted series: Tyler Perry's "The Haves and The Have Nots" and "Love Thy Neighbor." Fans, friends and family packed the chic venue to get a sneak peek of the much-anticipated shows and to hobnob with the cast. Tika Sumpter, John Schneider, Crystal Fox and Renee Lawless were on hand to represent "The Haves and The Have Nots," while Patrice Lovely, Palmer Williams and Kendra C. Johnson greeted fans on behalf of "Love Thy Neighbor." After clips from the two shows were screened, the cast answered questions from the crowd. "We are so excited to be a part of this journey with OWN and Tyler Perry," said Patrice Lovely. "This experience - from filming to meeting Oprah -- has been amazing!" added Crystal Fox.
Additional attendees included Big Tigger (V103), Syleena Johnson ("R&B Divas"), Derek J (Bravo's "Fashion Queens"), Victor Jackson (Bravo's "The Kandi Factory"), Derek Blanks (celeb photographer) and more.
Tika Sumpter Renee Lawless and John Schneider Palmer Williams
Kendra C. Johnson, Patrice Lovely, Renee Lawless The cast are welcomed by the crowd Crystal Fox with fans A packed house! Tika intros 'The Haves & Have Nots' sizzle reel The screening begins Palmer & Patrice watch V103's Big Tigger was in the house Guests with Derek J and Victor Jackson Syleena Johnson from 'R&B Divas' Fun times! Fans were super-excited about the shows!
John gets mobbed by eager well-wishers Guests started cutting the rug! Derek Blanks with Tika Sumpter Complimentary wine was served. The food was delicious! Sybil Pennix and friend
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Shante Bacon Saptosa Foster Managing Partner
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