Teyonah Parris and Danielle Brooks are bringing their real-life friendship to the small screen!

The actresses, who have been friends for more than two decades, have been cast in Peacock‘s television adaptation of ‘Before I Let Go,’ the bestselling romance novel by Kennedy Ryan.

And there’s major talent involved both in front of and behind the camera.

For, the eagerly awaited project also boasts Malcolm D. Lee and John Legend among its creative forces.

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Per Deadline, Parris will lead the series as Yasmen Wade, a successful restaurateur and mother whose marriage to Josiah Wade crumbles following a series of devastating losses.

Despite divorcing, the former couple remain connected through their children and business. As Yasmen begins rebuilding her life, the possibility of rekindling their romance presents an unexpected crossroads.

Brooks will portray Hendrix Barry, Yasmen’s fiercely independent best friend and a successful entrepreneur navigating life and love on her own terms.

Celebrating the casting news, the longtime friends shared a joint announcement on social media.

They said:

“Our friendship has extended over 20 years so to tell this story together is super special for us.”

The pairing brings together two accomplished actresses.

Parris is known for her portrayal of Monica Rambeau in Marvel’s ‘WandaVision’ and ‘The Marvels,’ while Brooks earned widespread acclaim for her portrayal of Sofia in ‘The Color Purple.’

Indeed, TGJ previously spotlighted Brooks’ historic OSCAR and TONY nominations for the same role.

Behind the scenes, Ryan has co-created the adaptation with Lee, the filmmaker behind ‘The Best Man’ franchise and ‘Girls Trip.’

The pair co-wrote the pilot, which Lee will also direct.

Attica Locke and Tembi Locke, the sisters behind Netflix’s ‘From Scratch,’ serve as writers and showrunners. Legend is executive producing through his Get Lifted Film Co.

‘Before I Let Go’ is the first installment in Ryan’s ‘Skyland’ novel series, which also includes ‘This Could Be Us’ and ‘Can’t Get Enough.’

Casting for Josiah has yet to be announced, and Peacock has not confirmed a premiere date.

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