BET, BET+, BET DIGITAL AND VH1’S WHAT TO WATCH & BINGE THIS WEEK*

THE SOULFUL HOUSE PARTY OF THE YEAR “SOUL TRAIN AWARDS” 2023 PRESENTED BY BET PREMIERES SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 26 AT 8 PM ET/PT ON BET, BET HER, AND VH1

BET AND VH1 WILL AIR “CBS NEWS PRESENTS JAY-Z AND GAYLE KING: BROOKLYN’S OWN”, WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 22 AT 8 PM ET/PT ON BET AND
TUESDAY NOVEMBER, 28 AT  7 PM ET/PT ON VH1.

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*To access the complete press release and show images go to BETPressRoom.com*

New York, NY – November 20, 2023 – “Soul Train Awards” 2023 presented by BET premieres Sunday, November 26 at 8 PM ET/PT on BET, BET Her, VH1, Logo, and MTV2. Hosted by Keke Palmer, the show will feature an exciting lineup of electrifying performances, special moments and appearances by some of the brightest stars in Black culture and entertainment.

BET and VH1 will encore “CBS News presents Jay-Z and Gayle King: Brooklyn’s Own” produced by See It Now Studios and CBS News.  The special will air on Wednesday, November 22 at 8 PM ET/PT on BET and on Tuesday November, 28 at  7 PM ET/PT on VH1.

 For additional BET Media Group must-see programming for the week of Monday, November 20 – Sunday, November 26 see below:

PROGRAMMING ALERT: 

“SOUL TRAIN AWARDS” 2023 PREMIERES SUNDAY, NOVEMBER  26 AT 8 PM ET/PT ON BET AND BET HER

 

“Soul Train Awards” 2023 presented by BET premieres Sunday, November 26 at 8 PM ET/PT – Hosted by Keke Palmer, the “Soul Train Awards” 2023 premieres Sunday, November 26 at 8 pm ET/PT on BET, BET HER, VH1, Logo and MTV2. The soulful house party of the year will feature performances by ‘Legend’ Award honoree T-Pain, ‘Spirit of Soul’ honoree Janelle Monáe, BJ The Chicago Kid, Coco Jones, Danté Bowe, Jermaine Dupri, Keke Palmer, Maeta, Muni Long, SWV, and BET Amplified artists Honey Bxbe and October London. Arin Ray, Eric Bellinger, Marsha Ambrosius, and Nicci Gilbert will blend harmonies for this year’s Soul Cypher, while multi-platinum music producer Bryan-Michael Cox will take command of the turntables. Additionally, presenters including David Banner, Flyana Boss, Ms. Pat, Robin Thede, Serayah and Tamar Braxton will take the stage. 

Press Contacts: Luis Defrank (Luis.Defrank@bet.net) 

“JAY-Z AND GAYLE KING: BROOKLYN’S OWN” AIRS ON BET AND VH1

 

“CBS News presents JAY-Z and Gayle King: Brooklyn’s Own” premieres on BET Wednesday, November 22 at 8 PM ET/PT and on VH1 Tuesday November, 28 at  7 PM ET/PT – CBS News’ Gayle King sits down with musician and mogul JAY-Z for a wide-ranging interview that touches on everything from owning his own master recordings to all the lyrics he’s forgotten before he had the chance to write them down to his pride for his family. In this hour-long special, you’ll learn that JAY-Z is so much more than a “hustler, baby.” 

View and share the promos here.

Press Contacts: Luis Defrank (Luis.Defrank@bet.net) 

ON BET:

“TYLER PERRY’S THE OVAL” AIRS TUESDAYS AT 9 PM ET/PT ON BET

(Pictured: ‘President Hunter”’ played by Ed Quinn stars in “Tyler Perry’s The Oval” //
Photo Credit: Charles Bergmann/BET/Tyler Vision, LLC)

 

Episode #506 “Gone In A Second” airs Tuesday, November 21 at 9 PM ET/PT – With tension at an all-time high inside the White House, Hunter must orchestrate a plan to regain his power. Elsewhere, Jason is formulating a way to escape the compound.

Press Contacts: Luis Defrank Luis.Defrank@bet.net and Chloe Duverge Chloe.Duverge@bet.net

“TYLER PERRY’S SISTAS” AIRS WEDNESDAYS AT 9 PM ET/PT ON BET 

Pictured: ‘Danni’ played by KJ Smith and ‘Gary’ played by Chido Nwokocha star in “Tyler Perry’s Sistas” // Photo Credit: Charles Bergmann/BET/Tyler Vision, LLC)

 

Episode #607 “Taste of Freedom” airs Wednesday, November 22 at 9 PM ET/PT – Danni avoids a difficult conversation with Preston. Andi, Danni, and Sabrina’s triple date at Jordan’s takes an unexpected turn.

Press Contacts: Luis Defrank (Luis.Defrank@bet.net) and Chloe Duverge (Chloe.Duverge@bet.net)

“MS. PAT SETTLES IT” AIRS WEDNESDAYS STARTING AT 10 PM ET/PT ON BET

 

Episode #111 “Vacay For Baybay” airs Wednesday, November 22 at 10:00 PM ET/PT – Judge Ms. Pat settles cases that include friends turned foes over a glam job, cousins disputing over a slip and fall situation & friends disputing over vacation payment in the form of a baby!

Press Contact: Danielle Davis (Danielle.Spigner@bet.net) 

ON VH1:

“BASKETBALL WIVES: LA” AIRS MONDAYS AT 9 PM ET/PT ON VH1

 

Episode #1107 “The Double Standard” airs Monday, November 20 at 9 PM ET/PT – Jackie promotes healing with a trip to a Shaman. Brittany realizes there is a double standard while Evelyn and Jennifer rekindle their friendship.Clayanna tries to fix things with Jac’eil. Jennifer confronts Vanessa about investigating Christian.

Press Contacts: Luis Defrank (Luis.Defrank@bet.net) Mercedes Smith (Mercedes.Smith@bet.net) and Johnny Cooper (Johnny.Cooper@bet.net) 

“BASKETBALL WIVES: ORLANDO” AIRS MONDAYS AT 10 PM ET/PT ON VH1

 

Episode #107 “Riding To Hell In Gasoline Drawers” airs Monday, November 20 at 1 PM ET/PT – Mackenzie tries to bring some of the ladies together with a cooking class.Ashley and Nikki host an event for women cancer  survivors. Things go left when Mulan confronts Mehgan. Morgan fears her safety is at stake after her address is leaked.

Press Contacts: Luis Defrank (Luis.Defrank@bet.net) Mercedes Smith (Mercedes.Smith@bet.net) and Johnny Cooper (Johnny.Cooper@bet.net)

“CELEBRITY SQUARES” MOVES TO MONDAY, NOVEMBER 22 STARTING AT 10:30 PM ET/PT ON VH1 

 

*NEW TIME* “Celebrity Squares” airs Wednesday, November 22 at 10:30 PM ET/PT on VH1 – BET presents “Celebrity Squares” A Black pop culture version of the classic comedy game show. Hosted by DC Young Fly, two contestants play Tic-Tac- Toe banking cash and prizes along the way. The player with the most money in their bank at the end of the game will move on to the bonus round where they have a chance to win a $10,000 cash prize! 

Press Contacts: Luis Defrank Luis.Defrank@bet.net Mercedes Smith Mercedes.Smith@bet.net 

 

ABOUT BET
The BET Media Group, a unit of Paramount (NASDAQ: PARAA; PARA; PARAP), is the world’s largest media company dedicated to entertaining, engaging, and empowering the Black community and championing Black culture. Connecting Black audiences through a portfolio of brands including BET, BET+, BET Gospel, BET HER, BET International, BET Jams, BET Soul, BET Studios, and VH1, the BET Media Group is a thriving media ecosystem of leading interconnected platforms across cable TV, streaming, digital, studios, live events and international. 

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ABOUT BET+:

BET+ is the preeminent streaming service for the Black audience, with exclusive originals and thousands of TV episodes and movies from the best Black creators. A joint venture between BET and Tyler Perry Studios, BET+ allows users to stream Black culture including hit movies, TV shows, stand-up comedy, award shows, and specials, all in one place, commercial-free. The new service from BET Networks, a subsidiary of Paramount Global, is the official home of Tyler Perry’s film, TV and stage works. The ad-free subscription video-on-demand service also provides users with access to original content including Emmy-nominated The Ms. Pat Show from Lee Daniels, Martin: The Reunion, hit unscripted series The Impact Atlanta and College Hill: Celebrity Edition, and exclusive originals from Carl Weber including The Family Business and The Black Hamptons to name a few. Visit BET.Plus to learn more and follow @BETPlus on social to join the conversation and get the latest.

 

MEDIA CONTACT:
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