Jessica Simpson to star in new NBC sitcom

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It looks like Jessica Simpson is taking a break from the thrill-a-minute world of motherhood and Weight Watchers commercials to star in her own comedy pilot for NBC. Based on a pitch developed by Robin and Two and a Half Men scribe Nick Bakay, who will be writing the script, the new series is inspired by Simpson's life. “I often find myself thinking that no one could ever make up the things that actually happen in my life," said Simpson. "So between the real-life elements and a great team of writers, I think we’ll have people laughing!”

The as-yet untitled series will be executive produced by Simpson, Nick Bakay, Ben Silverman and Jessica’s father/manager Joe Simpson. Jimmy Fox, from Ben Silverman's production company Electus, is named as co-executive producer. “Jessica Simpson is truly a modern-day Lucy with incredible comedic chops,” said Silverman. “From running a fashion empire to wrangling her public image as a new mom, we see Jessica’s character approach a variety of ‘everyday’ circumstances that will get audiences laughing out loud.” The project marks Simpson's return to acting after 2008's Private Valentine: Blonde & Dangerous, which I'm totally sure everyone has heard of.

NBC, Simpson, and Electus are also in collaboration for the second season of reality series Fashion Star.

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