Livin’ Large!

A young, black deliveryman in Atlanta who aspires to become a news reporter. He is quick-witted and determined, pursuing fame and professional recognition, but his rise tests his sense of self as he questions whether success requires trading his authentic identity. His close relationships become collateral in his pursuit of a bigger platform.

A ratings-obsessed executive producer at News 4 Atlanta who pushes Dexter to reinvent his image. She orchestrates high-stakes, sensational stories to maximize viewership and profits, often at the expense of personal integrity and relationships.

Dexter's fiancée who anchors his personal life. Loyal and hopeful, she becomes increasingly strained as his career pulls him away, and she ultimately confronts the consequences of his choices and infidelity.

A ditzy weather forecaster who represents the glamour and superficiality of television culture. Her presence underscores the disposable nature of on-air personas and the temptations of dating a rising star.

Dexter's best friend and narrator, a loyal confidant who is ultimately betrayed when Dexter reveals a secret plan. His reaction and hospitalization serve as a turning point in the story and a reminder of the costs of sensational reporting.

Longtime anchor who experiences a breakdown on air and later mentors Dexter as a co-anchor. He embodies the old-guard anchor persona navigating a rapidly changing media landscape.