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BET NETWORKS PRESENTS ITS 2015 MEGA-SPECIALS CALENDAR
BET CELEBRATES WOMEN’S HERITAGE MONTH THIS MARCH WITH “BLACK GIRLS ROCK!™” NEW YORK, NY – January 22, 2015 — BET Networks is pleased to announce the return of its acclaimed music mega-specials for 2015. Soaring to new heights throughout 2014 and delivering unprecedented programming to its audiences, BET Networks continues to provide quality music programs and specials for families and viewers of all ages. As always, viewers at home can expect never before seen musical performances, extraordinary surprises, today’s biggest celebrities and an array of fresh talent throughout each broadca...
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KERRY WASHINGTON AND ROBIN THICKE ADDED TO STELLAR LINE-UP FOR THE “BET AWARDS”
BET ANNOUNCES RETURN OF THE BET EXPERIENCE APP New York, NY (June 10, 2014) – BET Networks continues to add some of the biggest names in entertainment to their lineup of presenters and performers for the “BET Awards.” Actress, Kerry Washington will make her first, much anticipated TV appearance at this year’s festivities and singer Robin Thicke will perform a new single sure to entertain the crowd. Pharrell Williams, Usher, Jennifer Hudson, Lil Wayne, Trey Songz and Lionel Richie are among the names set to perform on this year’s show. Emmy and Grammy® Award winning comedian Chris Ro...
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THE 14TH ANNUAL “CELEBRATION OF GOSPEL” HOSTED BY ACADEMY AWARD® NOMINATED ACTRESS TARAJI P. HENSON IS THE #1 “CELEBRATION OF GOSPEL” IN FRANCHISE HISTORY
“CELEBRATION OF GOSPEL” 2014 DRAWS IN OVER 2 MILLION VIEWERS NEW YORK, NY - April 7, 2014—BET continues to raise the bar in gospel programming and dominated with last night’s telecast of “CELEBRATION OF GOSPEL”! According to the Nielsen Company, “CELEBRATION OF GOSPEL” 2014 holds the #1 spot in COG franchise history among Households and was seen by an average of 2.6 million total viewers. All key demos were up double-digits vs. COG 13 led by target demos Adults 18-49 (+48%) and Adults 18-34 (+64%). “CELEBRATION OF GOSPEL” remains the #1 gospel/religious telecast on TV for 14 consecutive ...
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THE 14TH ANNUAL “CELEBRATION OF GOSPEL” HOSTED BY ACADEMY AWARD® NOMINATED ACTRESS TARAJI P. HENSON IS THE #1 “CELEBRATION OF GOSPEL” IN FRANCHISE HISTORY
“CELEBRATION OF GOSPEL” 2014 DRAWS IN OVER 2 MILLION VIEWERS NEW YORK, NY - April 7, 2014—BET continues to raise the bar in gospel programming and dominated with last night’s telecast of “CELEBRATION OF GOSPEL”! According to the Nielsen Company, “CELEBRATION OF GOSPEL” 2014 holds the #1 spot in COG franchise history among Households and was seen by an average of 2.6 million total viewers. All key demos were up double-digits vs. COG 13 led by target demos Adults 18-49 (+48%) and Adults 18-34 (+64%). “CELEBRATION OF GOSPEL” remains the #1 gospel/religious telecast on TV for 14 consecutive ...
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GET YOUR PRAISE ON WITH ‘CELEBRATION OF GOSPEL’ PREMIERING SUNDAY, APRIL 6 AT 8P.M. ET/PT ON BET
ACADEMY AWARD® NOMINATED ACTRESS TARAJI P. HENSON HOSTS LOS ANGELES, CA – March 27, 2014 – Gospel and R&B’s biggest names united in song during the 14th Annual “Celebration of Gospel” taping at the historic Orpheum Theater in Los Angeles. Hosted by Academy Award® nominated actress Taraji P. Henson, the night was filled with unforgettable traditional and contemporary gospel tributes. “Celebration of Gospel” premieres Sunday, April 6 at 8 P.M. ET/PT. Detrick Haddon and the League of Xtraordinary Worshippers opened the show with a high energy performance of their latest single “Great God” ...
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ACADEMY AWARD® NOMINATED ACTRESS TARAJI P. HENSON TO HOST 14TH ANNUAL “CELEBRATION OF GOSPEL”
The Best of Both Worlds: Gospel and R&B Vocal Powerhouses Unite as Yolanda Adams, Charlie Wilson, India.Arie and Jonathan McReynolds, Donnie McClurkin, SWV, Tye Tribbett, Erica Campbell, Ruben Studdard, Chante Moore, Hezekiah Walker, Lalah Hathaway, Tasha Cobbs, Kem, Tamela Mann and More Come Together to Bring the Praise LOS ANGELES, CA – February 27, 2014 – Academy Award® nominated actress Taraji P. Henson has been chosen to host BET’s #1 gospel music special, “Celebration of Gospel.” The multi-talented Taraji takes over the role as Steve Harvey, king of comedy and all things media, en...
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OSCAR® NOMINATED ACTRESS VIOLA DAVIS, GRAMMY® AWARD WINNER SMOKIE NORFUL AND GOSPEL ARTIST JASON NELSON JOIN THE CELEBRATION OF GOSPEL 2013 LINE-UP
Third Annual Faith-Based Prayer Breakfast Sets the Tone on Friday, March 15, 2013 Hosted by Fonzworth Bentley WHAT: BET Networks will host its third Annual Faith-Based Prayer Breakfast Friday, March 15, 2013 to kick off this year’s “CELEBRATION OF GOSPEL.” This special breakfast was created to unite various religions, cultures and denominations together the day before the taping of the show. Participants include Grammy® winning gospel artist Dorinda Clark Cole, RCA gospel recording artist Deon Kipping, comedian Nikita B., Columbia Tristar Pictures executive and author DeVon Fran...
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BET NETWORKS RAISES THE PRAISE WITH HEART-WARMING, FOOT-STOMPING, SPIRIT-FILLED PERFORMANCES AT THE 12TH ANNUAL CELEBRATION OF GOSPEL PREMIERING SUNDAY, APRIL 1 AT 8:00 P.M.*
Kirk Franklin, Yolanda Adams, Fred Hammond, Pastor Shirley Caesar, Jennifer Holliday, Le’Andria Johnson, Faith Evans, Johnny Gill, Kelly Price, Amber Riley of “Glee” and More Join Host Steve Harvey For Gospel Music’s Biggest Praise Party Kirk Franklin, Yolanda Adams, Fred Hammond, Pastor Shirley Caesar, Jennifer Holliday, Le’Andria Johnson, Faith Evans, Johnny Gill, Kelly Price, Amber Riley of “Glee” and More Join Host Steve Harvey For Gospel Music’s Biggest Praise Party LOS ANGELES, CA – March 27, 2012 – BET Networks makes a joyful noise on Palm Sunday, April 1 at 8:00 p.m.* with the pr...
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VOCAL POWERHOUSE AMBER RILEY OF “GLEE” ADDED TO BET’S CELEBRATION OF GOSPEL ALL-STAR LINE UP AT THE ORPHEUM THEATER FRIDAY, MARCH 16
Annual Faith-Based Prayer Breakfast Kicks Off the Gospel Celebration Thursday, March 15 WHAT: BET Networks will host its second annual faith-based prayer breakfast to kick off this year’s CELEBRATION OF GOSPEL. The breakfast was created to unite various religions, cultures and denominations together the day before the taping of the show. The highly anticipated CELEBRATION OF GOSPEL special is hosted by popular actor, author and comedian Steve Harvey and pays tribute to the rich history of gospel music in a unique format that combines today's leading gospel and secular artists! Thi...