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HBO Max gave a series order to “The Hype,” a streetwear competition series where fashion visionaries must elevate their designs and remain authentic to their style without being eliminated. The show will feature 10 streetwear professionals who will compete in challenges to prove they can deliver their product, with each of the eight episodes offering an inside scoop on the business of fashion. Speedy Morman will serve as host and the judge panel includes Offset, Bephies Beauty Supply founder Beth Birkett and renowned stylist and costume designer Marni Senofonte. Rikki Hughes, David Collins, Rob Eric, Michael Williams, Rachelle Mendez, Jay Brown and Tyran “Ty Ty” Smith serve as executive producers.