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Tyler Perry interested in buying majority stake in BET from Paramount, the network's longtime home

Producer and star Tyler Perry has expressed interest in buying a majority stake in BET as the television network's owner, Paramount Global, looks to bring on a substantial partner, according to two people familiar with the matter who were not authorized to comment.

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Bettors shouldn’t overthink Jon Jones’ return and heavyweight debut at UFC 285

How to bet Jones' first fight in three years.

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Ms. Pat won't hold back on telling jokes that hit hard and come from experience

The words raw and uncut fail to encapsulate the audacity of comedian Ms. Pat's brand of humor.

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Serena Williams to be honored at NAACP Image Awards

The NAACP announced Thursday that Williams will receive the Jackie Robinson Sports Award during the ceremony, which will air live Saturday on BET.

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Actor set to star in play about missing out on a bet scoops real-life Lotto win

Dion Davies, 47, found a EuroMillions ticket worth more than £55,000 in his car.

The Independent UK

What’s on TV this week: 'Outer Banks,' 'Liason,' The Reluctant Traveler,' 'Party Down' and more

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‘Wakanda Forever’ Scores 12 NAACP Image Award Nominations

“Black Panther: Wakanda Forever” earned 12 NAACP Image Awards nominations on Thursday, while “The Woman King” and “Abbott Elementary” will enter next month’s ceremony as other top nominees. The “Black Panther” sequel — which found blockbuster success — led all film nominees. The Marvel film delved into the concept of…

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'Wakanda Forever' scores 12 NAACP Image Award nominations

“Black Panther: Wakanda Forever” has been nominated for 12 NAACP Image Awards, while “The Woman King” and “Abbott Elementary” will enter next month’s ceremony as other top nominees

The Independent UK

2023 NAACP Image Awards nominations show love for 'Wakanda Forever,' 'Abbott,' Beyoncé

LOS ANGELES — Marvel Studios' "Black Panther: Wakanda Forever" and Sony Pictures' "The Woman King" led the 54th NAACP Image Awards nominations Thursday, scoring 12 and nine nominations, respectively.

Los Angeles Times

Hip-hop community pays tribute to Takeoff: ‘Flow unmatched. Talent undeniable’

The hip-hop community is mourning the sudden loss of Takeoff after the Migos rapper died Tuesday in a shooting outside a Houston bowling alley. He was 28.

Los Angeles Times

Brandy gives health update after being taken to hospital

The singer suffered a health scare earlier this week

Evening Standard

What’s on TV this week: 'Let the Right One In,' 'The Winchesters,' Megan Thee Stallion on 'SNL' and more

Sunday

Los Angeles Times

Tyler Perry goes back in time for his latest Netflix flick ‘A Jazzman’s Blues’

ATLANTA — In 1995, Tyler Perry was a broke, struggling screenwriter who would sneak into Alliance Theatre plays during intermission, entering with the smokers.

Tribune News Service

BET+’s ‘sitcom ‘The Ms. Pat Show’ keeps it raw and real into a 3rd season

ATLANTA — Patricia Williams, who goes by Ms. Pat, bounds down the set stairs and starts helping her sister Denise do the laundry while questioning her husband’s odd behavior.

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My worst moment: Ernie Hudson’s career ‘dried up’ after ‘Ghostbusters,’ then came the double-booked roles

It’s a busy month for Ernie Hudson. He’s starring in two TV series: The BET+ crime drama “The Family Business,” in its fourth season, and the NBC reboot of the time travel series “Quantum Leap.” He also stars alongside Brian Cox in the film “Prisoner’s Daughter,” which premiered last week…

Daily Mirror

Ray J 'has not been properly compensated' for Kim's sex tape, claims Bethenny Frankel

Bethenny Frankel claims the Kardashians made 'billions' off Kim's sex tape for which Ray J 'has not been properly compensated' she alleged, after the musician promised to take Kris Jenner to court for denying her alleged involvement in leaking the infamous tape

The Conversation

How Burna Boy set the world alight with his mixed brew of influences

Nigerian Afrobeats star Burna Boy burst onto the global stage in 2018 with a slew of irresistible hits on his third album, Outside, accompanied by mandatory fiendish good looks and charm. Grammy and BET awards helped firm up his status within a highly competitive global music industry.

Sports Illustrated

Shetellia Riley Irving Used More Than Luck to Be the Only Black Woman Agent in the NBA

The VP of Ad Sales for BET, Riley Irving is taking her business sense and advocacy skills to her role as NBA star Kyrie Irving's agent.

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Los Angeles Times

What’s on TV this week: 'Hard Knocks,' Field of Dreams game, 'A League of Their Own' series and more

Sunday

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From Biggie to Kendrick: super-producer Pete Rock on hip-hop’s golden ages

The musician with the Midas touch has sold 25m albums – but he’s still fighting for the recognition he’s due

Los Angeles Times

From Ye to Monáe, the 5 moments that stole the 2022 BET Awards show

The 2022 BET Awards ceremony on Sunday saw plenty of young artists pay their respects to veteran performers, as well as nationwide hot topics like Roe vs. Wade and gun safety.

Mic

Lil Nas X says BET made him promise he doesn’t worship the devil

After getting snubbed by the network's awards show, Montero opened up about what he says really happened behind the scenes.

Los Angeles Times

Diddy, Kanye and other surprises steer the BET Awards conversation from Lil Nas X

It was clear the night belonged to Diddy at the BET Awards on Sunday.

The Independent UK

BET Awards 2022: The best red carpet looks, including Lizzo and Janelle Monáe

The stars pulled out all the stops for the annual celebration of Black excellence

Daily Mirror

Kanye West jokes about Kim Kardashian marriage during surprise appearance at BET Awards

Kanye West mentioned his 'wife choices' when making a surprise on stage at the BET Awards on Sunday night. Kim Kardashian's soon-to-be ex-husband was paying tribute to his Sean 'Diddy' Combs, the show’s recipient of the Lifetime Achievement award

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