Arthur McAlpine III Joins Starz Black Rodeo Drama; Gillian Nation Boards Baywatch, Desmin Borges Cast in Rose Hill

Arthur McAlpine III, known for roles in Watson and War Dawgz, has been tapped for a recurring role in Starz’s upcoming untitled Black rodeo family drama. The eight-episode series is executive produced by Kirk A. Moore (Demascus showrunner), Breaking Bad’s Mark Johnson, and Counterpart Studios. The show promises a hip hop-infused take on the Black rodeo subculture, following a multi-generational family navigating legacy, ambition, and identity. McAlpine’s casting adds another recognizable face to a project that aims to spotlight a rarely explored world on television. In other casting news, Gillian Nation has joined the cast of the Baywatch reboot, while Desmin Borges—best known for You’re the Worst—has been cast in Rose Hill. Nation’s role in the iconic lifeguard franchise signals a fresh wave of talent for the series as it seeks to modernize the classic property. Borges, meanwhile, continues to build a versatile résumé with Rose Hill, a project that adds to his growing list of dramatic and comedic turns. For viewers and industry watchers, these moves reflect a broader push by networks and streamers to diversify both storytelling and casting. The Starz Black rodeo drama, in particular, fills a gap in representation while leveraging proven behind-the-camera talent. With production ramping up, audiences can expect more announcements as these projects head toward release.