Courtney A. Kemp

About

Courtney A. Kemp is a renowned American television writer and producer, best known for creating the critically acclaimed crime drama series Power and its subsequent spin-offs within the Power Universe. Born on May 4, 1977, in Westport, Connecticut, Kemp developed a passion for storytelling at a young age. She honed her writing skills at Brown University and later earned a Master's degree in English Literature from Columbia University. Kemp's career in television began as a staff writer on The Bernie Mac Show. She went on to write for series like Eli Stone and The Good Wife, where she earned an Emmy nomination. Her work on Power, co-produced with 50 Cent, marked a significant milestone in her career, showcasing her ability to craft gritty crime dramas. Kemp continues to expand her creative scope, having signed with Netflix and working on new projects like Dirty 30. Her influence as a showrunner and writer is notable in contemporary television.