"REAL HUSBANDS OF HOLLYWOOD" Returns for a Fifth Season of Hilarious
Antics on Tuesday, October 11 at 9 PM ET/PT
New Series "THE GARY OWEN SHOW" and "HUSTLE & BLOW (Working Title)"
Premiere Back to Back Beginning at 9:30 PM ET/PT
NEW YORK--(BUSINESS WIRE)--
Starting this fall, BET Networks will unleash a star studded lineup of
can't miss original programming. From scripted to reality, the new and
returning shows promise a season of comedy, family and hustle!
Fan favorite "REAL HUSBANDS OF HOLLYWOOD," starring superstar comedian
and actor Kevin Hart, is back to deliver huge laughs along with an
all-star roster of returning characters including Nelly, Nick Cannon and
Cynthia Kaye McWilliams. Hart makes his directorial debut this season,
which promises hilarious special appearances from previous cast members
JB Smoove, Boris Kodjoe and Duane Martin combined with high wattage
celebrity guests Nia Long, Keke Palmer, Tyga and many more.
Following "REAL HUSBANDS OF HOLLYWOOD" is the world premiere of the new
docuseries "THE GARY OWEN SHOW" starring popular actor and
stand-up comedian Gary Owen. "THE GARY OWEN SHOW" will showcase
the hilarious and dynamic everyday life of the Owen family like you've
never seen or heard them before. Not to be outdone, new series "HUSTLE &
BLOW (WORKING TITLE)" follows the inner workings of a premier Atlanta
salon. Tune in as cameras capture the drama behind what it takes to be
one of the hottest celebrity grooming spots in the city!
Also returning are two high-rated specials that continue to captivate
audiences year after year: "BET HIP HOP AWARDS" and "THE SOUL TRAIN
AWARDS."
SERIES
REAL HUSBANDS OF HOLLYWOOD - Season 5 Premieres Tuesday, October 11
at 9 PM ET/PT.
The reality show-spoofing "Real Husbands of Hollywood" chronicles newly
divorced comedian Kevin Hart and his Hollywood pals as they navigate
their way through stardom alongside - or in spite of - their famous
wives. Season 5 of the hit mockumentary stars Kevin Hart, Nelly, Nick
Cannon, Cynthia Kaye McWilliams as Trina Shaw; with special appearances
from JB Smoove, Boris Kodjoe, Duane Martin and Jackie Long. High wattage
guest stars include Nia Long, Keke Palmer, Tyga, LeToya Luckett, and
Faizon Love. Kevin Hart also makes his directorial debut this season.
Kevin Hart serves as Executive Producer along with Jesse Collins, Ralph
Farquhar, Stan Lathan, Chris Spencer, and Dave Becky.
THE GARY OWEN SHOW - Series Premieres Tuesday, October 11 at 9:30 PM
ET/PT.
The Gary Owen Show chronicles the life of America's favorite honorary
Black comedian Gary Owen and his hilariously offbeat multiracial family.
He broke through as the first Caucasian host of BET's Comic View, and
also had star turns in the Think Like A Man films, Ride Along, and Meet
the Blacks. Now he's bringing his own interracial and blended family to
BET in a 30-minute unscripted series that is colorful, truthful and
hysterical. Gary is constantly pushing the limits of what is politically
correct when it comes to kids in small-town Ohio. Gary Owen executive
produces alongside Bunim/Murray Productions'Gil Goldschein, Jeff
Jenkins and Andrea Metz. Stella Bulochnikov, Brian Sher, and Clifford
Harris (T.I.), serve as Executive Producers as well.
HUSTLE & BLOW (WORKING TITLE) - Series Premieres Tuesday, October 11
at 10 PM ET/PT.
Hustle & Blow (Working Title) is what goes down every day at Salon
Ramsey, Atlanta's biggest, baddest, one-stop beauty shop. Started by
Nas' go-to barber, Ramsey, this urban empire spans 5 locations and
houses over 100 employees including hair stylists, nail technicians,
barbers and tattoo artists. At the flagship location, Salon Ramsey is
the hotspot for Atlanta's most demanding customers including
celebrities, actresses, rappers, and athletes who come through the doors
for every kind of service. But the competition for clients can cause
best friends to turn into fierce enemies in a matter of seconds. The
outrageous and talented staff sees each other more than they see their
own families at this 24-hour shop, so anything can happen and it always
does. "Hustle & Blow" is produced by T Group for BET Networks, with
Jenny Daly and Rob Lobl executive producing. Glenn Carrano also serves
as Executive Producer.
SPECIALS
BET HIP HOP AWARDS - Premieres October 2016
For the last decade, the BET "HIP HOP AWARDS" has remained the most
prominent hip hop culture showcase on television. The #1 hip hop-themed
telecast on television will help celebrate the biggest names in the
game, newcomers on the scene, and shine a light on the community. The
live performances are the most talked about in the business, and this
year will not be any different!
SOUL TRAIN AWARDS - Premieres November 2016
The 2016 "Soul Train Awards," the first since the acquisition of the
Soul Train franchise by BET Networks, returns to showcase its influence
on the history of music and dance from the 70s to today. Paying homage
to R&B legends and serving as a platform for the next wave of talented
artists, the "Soul Train Awards" will celebrate the best in soul music
from yesterday and today.
Follow us on Twitter: @BET_PR
About BET Networks
BET Networks, a subsidiary of Viacom Inc. (NASDAQ: VIA, VIA.B), is the
nation's leading provider of quality entertainment, music, news and
public affairs television programming for the African-American audience.
The primary BET channel reaches more than 90 million households and can
be seen in the United States, Canada, the Caribbean, the United Kingdom
and sub-Saharan Africa. BET is the dominant African-American consumer
brand with a diverse group of business extensions: BET.com, a leading
Internet destination for Black entertainment, music, culture, and news;
CENTRIC, a 24-hour entertainment network targeting the African-American
Woman; BET Music Networks - BET Jams, BET Soul and BET Gospel; BET Home
Entertainment; BET Live, BET's growing festival business; BET Mobile,
which provides ringtones, games and video content for wireless devices;
and BET International, which operates BET around the globe.
View source version on businesswire.com: http://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20160727006166/en/
Real Husbands of Hollywood/Hustle & Blow
Giovanna
Desselle, 310-481-3872
giovanna.desselle@bet.net
or
The
Gary Owen Show
Danielle Spigner-Davis, 212-205-3028
Danielle.Spigner@bet.net
or
BET
Hip Hop Awards
LeToya Glenn-Bacon, 212-205-3158
letoya.glenn@bet.net
or
The
Soul Train Awards
Terrece Walker, 212-205-3264
Terrece.Walker@bet.net
Source: BET Networks
News Provided by Acquire Media