Flavor Unit brings "Broke and Famous" to VH1

Flavor Unit's Queen Latifah and Shakim Compere are among the producers of a new VH1 series titled "Broke and Famous: Willie Aames," which follows the former "Eight is Enough" and " Charles in Charge" actor as he works to rebuild his life.

As a young star on two of the most popular shows on television, Aames lived the good life, enjoying both wealth and fame. But he is now faced with the prospect of losing his house, his possessions, and his family, after making a series of bad financial choices and living beyond his means.

With no acting roles in sight, Willie is in dire straits with no plan to pull himself out of his situation. Enter Sarano Kelley, a tough, no-nonsense financial guru and life coach who will be tasked with giving Willie the wake-up call he needs and helping him to reshape his financial future...before it's too late.

The 1-hour special presentation premieres Thursday, Nov. 5 at 10 p.m.