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Bag Secured: Issa Rae Lands 8-Figure Film & Television Deal With WarnerMedia

Variety broke the news that Issa Rae secured a hefty bag after re-upping her commitment to HBO with a five-year overall deal, but will now see her Hoorae media company partner with WarnerMedia as part of its cover feature featuring the actress/media mogul. According to the publication, the deal is worth $40 million.

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