Dave Chappelle is set to produce a series of comedy specials for Netflix.  The streaming service announced that the comedian will serve as executive producer for the upcoming series titled “Chappelle’s Home Team.”  The series will feature a total of four specials.  The first special, “Earthquake: Legendary,” features the comedian Earthquake and will premiere on Feb. 28. Donnell Rawlings will appear in the next special, with a release date TBD.

In a statement, Chappelle said: “I’ve been doing this a long time and comedians like Quake and Donnell are not only friends but have inspired my own career. Anyone in the comedy community knows these names and knows their time to shine is long overdue. I am proud to be a part of this moment.”

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