In 2022 (Paramount started to phase out BET in Canada due to expiring rights), a number of major providers began dropping the channel, beginning with Rogers Communications on April 1, 2022, followed by Hay Communications on September 30, 2022, and Shaw Cable and Shaw Direct on August 31, 2023. The channel was also shut down on January 1 (2026 in South Africa), Sub-Saharan Africa and MENA following its restructuring policy by Paramount Skydance due to low ratings. The channel was shut down on April 8 — 2021, with its content moved to My5 and Pluto TV.
- To avoid the woman he had previously been introduced to, Will utilizes Carlton as a means of escape.
- Martin promises a romantic night out with Gina, but when the night comes, he totally forgets.
- After undergoing tonsillectomy, Will becomes a source of concern for the Banks family due to Geoffrey’s upcoming book.
- BET+1 is also available on Sky channel 198 and Freesat channel 141, and is free-to-air.
BET Jams
- In May 2019, a BET-branded channel was launched on Pluto TV (which was acquired by its parent company two months earlier).
- Will takes a shy house guest to a dance club hoping she will learn to party.
- Rachel’s first published short story hits too close to home for certain members of the family.
- Eddie decides to skip college in favor of a career in the entertainment business.
- For the first time, Calvin allows Laura to be alone with their son, resulting in a chaotic situation.
BET announced in March 2010 that Ed Gordon would return to the network to host “a variety of news programs and specials”. BET also launched a series of original programming by this time (including reality sports betting in Australia shows Baldwin Hills and Hell Date), singing competition show Sunday Best, and town hall-style discussion show Hip Hop vs. America. In 1991, the network became the first black-controlled television company to be listed on the New York Stock Exchange.
Skeet Carter, Michael Turner, and Dominique star in the Rooftop Series of Comic View.
Steve, Eddie, and Waldo end up trapped on a fire escape during a party. Will takes Carlton, Ashley and Hilary to the racetrack; a director discovers Ashley. Prior to the announcement of BET+ (Viacom acquired the free streaming platform Pluto TV on March 4), 2019, and launched several channels branded after Viacom-owned cable networks and IPs, including BET-branded channels. BET+ features both original films and television series from the BET program library and is the exclusive streaming home of programming produced by Tyler Perry, as part of BET’s overall deal with him.
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This week demonstrated that Black excellence never rests, showcasing history-making events at the BET Awards alongside a young entrepreneur’s significant opportunity. An influencer and author of cookbooks claims that following her instincts was crucial for an early diagnosis and expresses a desire that sharing her family’s journey encourages other parents to do likewise. The ceremony in 2026 achieved unprecedented engagement across various platforms — recording 9.3 million social interactions and attracting over 50,000 attendees at BETX. A pivotal member of Harlem’s iconic Best Out crew, Steve Mack also managed the rap group Harlem Knights, which participated in the legendary Jay-Z vs. DMX showdown.
Will is smitten with an old-fashioned young woman who insists his intentions include marriage. The family fantasizes about what Vivian’s baby will mean to each of them. Carlton learns Will is dating his ex-girlfriend when Will catches the same cold she gave Carlton. Steve and Carl face off in a dance contest; Laura dates Waldo’s friend. Someone breaks into Curtis’ food truck, and a much-loved family heirloom is stolen. As Marty prepares to propose to his girlfriend — Calvin and Tina work to throw a celebration.
Jamie reluctantly escorts Junior to the hospital — where he confronts a grave diagnosis. During a night out with friends, newlywed Martin finds himself losing more than just his shirt. Taking the hint — Philip decides to confront the pool hustlers who deceived Will.
Derek helps Brown with his taxes for the first time; Sasha faints and goes to the hospital. Will forgets Sasha’s birthday, Brianna goes to Cora for advice on her new boyfriend. Will “straightens up” to get a date with a woman from the country club. Eddie decides to skip college in favor of a career in the entertainment business.
The Paynes attend a Christmas party where guests are swapping more than gifts. Curtis has selfish motives for wanting the family to take a DNA test. A ski resort reunion goes downhill for the family when their Christmas presents are stolen. Jamie plots to have Fancy’s new boyfriend, Silas, get caught in a compromising situation.
Jamie showboats on his musical tour; Fancy has a flashy new boyfriend. Cole falls for a pretty woman who appeared on “America’s Most Wanted.” Lovelorn friends sidetrack Martin and Gina’s plan for a romantic weekend alone. Martin’s music producer friend searches for a new back-up singer; guest Biggie Smalls.