Cast of show 'Sterling Affairs' revealed: Which actors will be starring in series about downfall of LA Clippers' former owner Donald Sterling?

The downfall of former Los Angeles Clippers owner Donald Sterling will be adapted into a limited television series for FX titled 'Sterling Affairs'.

The FX limited series will contain a total of six episodes and will be released sometime this year. 'Sterling Affairs' is based on a five-part ESPN 30 for 30 podcast of the same name hosted by reporter Ramona Shelburne.

"Sterling Affairs" will shed light on the racist behavior of Donald Sterling and the power struggle between his wife, Shelly Sterling, and his mistress, V. Stiviano. The FX limited series will also showcase how the Los Angeles Clippers navigated the Sterling controversy while trying to win an NBA championship.

Donald Sterling was banned from the NBA in April 2014 by commissioner Adam Silver after racist comments he made were leaked to the media. He was replaced by Steve Ballmer, who purchased the franchise for $2 billion. Sterling had been the Clippers owner since 1981.

Kevin Bray will be directing the first three episodes of 'Sterling Affairs', while also being an executive producer alongside Gina Welch, Zanne Devine, Nina Jacobson, and Brad Simpson. Other producers involved include Rembert Browne, Ramona Shelburne, and Nellie Stevens Reed. The FX limited series will be produced by FX Productions and Color Force.

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Donald Sterling actor and the rest of the 'Sterling Affairs' cast

Donald Sterling will be played by Ed O'Neill, who is famous for his roles as Al Bundy on the sitcom 'Married...with Children' and Jay Pritchett on the sitcom 'Modern Family'. Donald Sterling's wife will be played by Jacki Weaver. She is famously known for her roles as Janine Cody in the movie 'Animal Kingdom' and as Dolores Solitano in 'Silver Linings Playbook'.

Donald Sterling's ex-girlfriend V. Stiviano will be played by Cleopatra Coleman. Shelly Sterling's lawyer, Pierce O'Donnell, will be played by Corbin Bernsen. V. Stiviano's lawyer, Mac Nehoray, will be played by Jack Topalian.

Players and members of the Los Angeles Clippers organization will also be making appearances in the series.

Doc Rivers will be played by Laurence Fishburne from 'The Matrix', Tyronn Lue will be played by Mike Miller, and Steve Ballmer will be played by James Shanklin,

Former Clippers forward Matt Barnes will be played by Sarunas J. Jackson, while All-Star guard Chris Paul will be played by J. Alphonse Nicholson. Austin Scott, Sheldon Bailey, and Charlie McElveen will portray Blake Griffin, D'Andre Jordan, and JJ Redick, respectively.

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Landon Buford

@LandonBuford

Doc Rivers’ on Laurence Fishburne playing him in @FXNetworks’ Sterling Affairs:

“I think it’s the right choice, I’m joking. I’ve know [him] little, but I got to meet him at house this summer. What I was impressed w how serious his preparation is.”

#BrotherlyLove #ClipperNation

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Doc Rivers’ on Laurence Fishburne playing him in @FXNetworks’ Sterling Affairs:

“I think it’s the right choice, I’m joking. I’ve know [him] little, but I got to meet him at house this summer. What I was impressed w how serious his preparation is.”

#BrotherlyLove #ClipperNation https://t.co/xI95hxveNq

Landon Buford

@LandonBuford

Sheldon Bailey on playing @DeAndre in Sterling Affairs:

- bit.ly/404kKsV

“I’m excited to play DeAndre Jordan, and actually, he has a pivotal role in the events that occurred with the Donald Sterling situation 2013-14, DeAndre was playing some of the best basketball of… twitter.com/i/web/status/1…

Sheldon Bailey on playing @DeAndre in Sterling Affairs:

- bit.ly/404kKsV

“I’m excited to play DeAndre Jordan, and actually, he has a pivotal role in the events that occurred with the Donald Sterling situation 2013-14, DeAndre was playing some of the best basketball of… twitter.com/i/web/status/1… https://t.co/LfuhrGZJgf

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