BET+ has set premiere dates for its fall slate of films and new and returning TV series.
First on the list is “Love & Murder: Atlanta Playboy,” a film series starring Taye Diggs. Part 1 debuts on Sept. 21 while Part 2 will arrive on the streamer a week later, on Sept. 28. The films follow an investigation into the murder of Lance (Diggs), a successful Atlanta businessman known both for revolutionizing the city’s 911 system and for being a womanizer. The cast also includes Keesha Sharp, Ciera Payton, Apryl Jones, Ernestine Johnson, Nicole Lyn, Robert Brown, Tye White, Anton Peeples, Yung Joc, Karlie Redd and Yandy Smith. Jaira Thomas directs scripts from Gregory R. Anderson. Mona Scott-Young and Eric Tomosunas executive produce, with co-executive producers including Lorisa Bates, Marvin Neil, Stephanie R. Gayle, Abbey MacDonald and Nick Roses and producers including Ron Robinson, Jimmy Watson, Ron Stodghill, Keith Neal, Brian Rikuda and Devin Griffin.
First on the list is “Love & Murder: Atlanta Playboy,” a film series starring Taye Diggs. Part 1 debuts on Sept. 21 while Part 2 will arrive on the streamer a week later, on Sept. 28. The films follow an investigation into the murder of Lance (Diggs), a successful Atlanta businessman known both for revolutionizing the city’s 911 system and for being a womanizer. The cast also includes Keesha Sharp, Ciera Payton, Apryl Jones, Ernestine Johnson, Nicole Lyn, Robert Brown, Tye White, Anton Peeples, Yung Joc, Karlie Redd and Yandy Smith. Jaira Thomas directs scripts from Gregory R. Anderson. Mona Scott-Young and Eric Tomosunas executive produce, with co-executive producers including Lorisa Bates, Marvin Neil, Stephanie R. Gayle, Abbey MacDonald and Nick Roses and producers including Ron Robinson, Jimmy Watson, Ron Stodghill, Keith Neal, Brian Rikuda and Devin Griffin.
- 9/12/2023
- by Selome Hailu
- Variety Film + TV
Taye Diggs and Apryl Jones are the faces of Maverick Entertainment’s latest movie “The Comeback,” which is set to air on Peacock Friday, Aug. 25. The family comedy follows Jeff and Tisa Murray moving back to their hometown of Atlanta after Tisa lands her dream job. However, the move is a bigger deal for Jeff than he lets on, as the family is greeted with family issues, past lovers, and drama. “The Comeback” also stars Cedrick Cooper, Cj Sykes, and Judi Johnson. You can watch The Comeback with a subscription to Peacock.
How to Watch ‘The Comeback’ Starring Taye Diggs and Apryl Jones When: Friday, August 25, 2023 Where: Peacock Stream: Watch with a subscription to Peacock. Sign Up$5.99+ / month peacocktv.com About ‘The Comeback’ Starring Taye Diggs and Apryl Jones
When Tisa Murray lands a drop as a news anchor, she, her husband Jeff, and their daughter move back to their...
How to Watch ‘The Comeback’ Starring Taye Diggs and Apryl Jones When: Friday, August 25, 2023 Where: Peacock Stream: Watch with a subscription to Peacock. Sign Up$5.99+ / month peacocktv.com About ‘The Comeback’ Starring Taye Diggs and Apryl Jones
When Tisa Murray lands a drop as a news anchor, she, her husband Jeff, and their daughter move back to their...
- 8/25/2023
- by Layne Gibbons
- The Streamable
Whether you love Taye Diggs for his roles in various '90s romantic comedies and dramas like "How Stella Got Her Groove Back" or "The Best Man," or his musical endeavors on Broadway in "Rent" and "Chicago," there's no denying his successful acting career over the past two decades.
Following his breakout role in "How Stella Got Her Groove Back," the actor went on to star in films and TVs shows throughout the 2000s, notably ABC's "Private Practice" from 2007 to 2013. Most recently, Diggs is reprising his role as Harper Stewart in Peacock'supcoming mini-series, "The Best Man: The Final Chapters."
Outside of his career, Diggs has maintained a private personal and romantic life. The "Brown Sugar" actor was famously married to actor and singer Idina Menzel from 2003 until their separation in 2013. Following his split from the "Let It Go" singer, Diggs dated "Selling Sunset" star Amanza Smith, and is currently linked...
Following his breakout role in "How Stella Got Her Groove Back," the actor went on to star in films and TVs shows throughout the 2000s, notably ABC's "Private Practice" from 2007 to 2013. Most recently, Diggs is reprising his role as Harper Stewart in Peacock'supcoming mini-series, "The Best Man: The Final Chapters."
Outside of his career, Diggs has maintained a private personal and romantic life. The "Brown Sugar" actor was famously married to actor and singer Idina Menzel from 2003 until their separation in 2013. Following his split from the "Let It Go" singer, Diggs dated "Selling Sunset" star Amanza Smith, and is currently linked...
- 12/12/2022
- by Alicia Geigel
- Popsugar.com
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Omarion is ready to share his personal journey to self-assurance with the world. Fans may know the Grammy-nominated singer from his B2K days and, of course, success as a solo artist, but there's another side that people have yet to meet.
For the past two decades, Omarion has dedicated his life's work to a music career. He's currently working on his next album, "Full Circle," which is expected to release later this year, along with other TV and movie projects ushering him into his "mogul" era. For the singer, balancing these responsibilities, fame, and fatherhood hasn't been without challenges, which include dodging negative rumors and public feuds. But Omarion has smartly poured all those experiences and then some into his insightful literary debut, "Unbothered: The Power of Choosing Joy."
"To be able to give context to my journey and put it in a place...
Getty / Paras Griffin
Omarion is ready to share his personal journey to self-assurance with the world. Fans may know the Grammy-nominated singer from his B2K days and, of course, success as a solo artist, but there's another side that people have yet to meet.
For the past two decades, Omarion has dedicated his life's work to a music career. He's currently working on his next album, "Full Circle," which is expected to release later this year, along with other TV and movie projects ushering him into his "mogul" era. For the singer, balancing these responsibilities, fame, and fatherhood hasn't been without challenges, which include dodging negative rumors and public feuds. But Omarion has smartly poured all those experiences and then some into his insightful literary debut, "Unbothered: The Power of Choosing Joy."
"To be able to give context to my journey and put it in a place...
- 9/19/2022
- by Njera Perkins
- Popsugar.com
Lil Fizz and Omarion are making amends. The B2K members appeared on stage at The Forum in Los Angeles on Friday, and Lil Fizz shared an apology for dating Omarion’s ex-girlfriend, Apryl Jones. The mea culpa came during a stop on the Millennium Tour — which was originally supposed to be a B2K reunion before Omarion and Lil Fizz had a...
- 10/4/2021
- by Sarah Curran
- ET Canada
The Yeti could make history on “The Masked Singer” be becoming the first Wild Card to win. He landed his slot in the semifinal on May 19 with his change-of-pace performance of “Bless the Broken Road” by Rascal Flatts on last week’s quarterfinal. Prior to this turn at the mike, the Yeti had won over the four judges with his rapping skills.
The Yeti is the only one of the four Wild Cards to make it this far in the competition. He first performed at the end of the Week 6 episode and impressed us with his cover of “If It Isn’t Love” by New Edition. The judges chose him over another Wild Card, Orca, who turned out to be Mark McGrath. The Yeti returned the next week and wowed again with his version of “Lonely” by Justin Bieber and Benny Blanco. And in Week 8 he nailed “It Takes Two...
The Yeti is the only one of the four Wild Cards to make it this far in the competition. He first performed at the end of the Week 6 episode and impressed us with his cover of “If It Isn’t Love” by New Edition. The judges chose him over another Wild Card, Orca, who turned out to be Mark McGrath. The Yeti returned the next week and wowed again with his version of “Lonely” by Justin Bieber and Benny Blanco. And in Week 8 he nailed “It Takes Two...
- 5/19/2021
- by Paul Sheehan
- Gold Derby
In just three appearances on “The Masked Singer,” the Yeti has established himself as the one to beat for the season 5 championship. He secured his place in the May 12 quarterfinal with his stand-out performance in Week 8 of “It Takes Two” by Rob Base & DJ Ez Rock. He won over the four judges on May 5 with his rapping skills.
The Yeti is the only one of the four Wild Cards to make it this far in the competition. He first appeared at the end of the Week 6 episode when he nailed with his version of “If It Isn’t Love” by New Edition. The judges put him through over another Wild Card, Orca, who turned out to be Mark McGrath. The Yeti returned in Week 7 and aced his cover of “Lonely” by Justin Bieber and Benny Blanco.
We’ve rewatched all of those performances as well as his video clues packages.
The Yeti is the only one of the four Wild Cards to make it this far in the competition. He first appeared at the end of the Week 6 episode when he nailed with his version of “If It Isn’t Love” by New Edition. The judges put him through over another Wild Card, Orca, who turned out to be Mark McGrath. The Yeti returned in Week 7 and aced his cover of “Lonely” by Justin Bieber and Benny Blanco.
We’ve rewatched all of those performances as well as his video clues packages.
- 5/12/2021
- by Paul Sheehan
- Gold Derby
Apryl Jones first gained widespread popularity due to her relationship with R&b star, Omarion. The couple had two children together and their relationship was briefly featured on Love & Hip Hop: Hollywood. Although the couple once seemed like relationship goals, they eventually went their separate ways. Apryl received a lot of criticism in 2019 when she began dating Omarion’s former friend and group member, Lil Fizz. Although there are a lot of people with a lot to say about her, Apryl has never let the negative comments get her down and she’s continued to live her life unbothered. Here are
10 Things You Didn’t Know about Apryl Jones...
10 Things You Didn’t Know about Apryl Jones...
- 2/26/2021
- by Camille Moore
- TVovermind.com
“Love & Hip Hop: Hollywood” returns for its sixth season on August 5 and today, VH1, Monami Entertainment and MGM’s Big Fish Entertainment confirmed the cast members, which include Ray J and Princess Love, K Michelle, Lyrica Anderson, Fizz from B2K, Yo-Yo, Marques Houston and more.
The VH1 reality show launched in September 2014 and centered around personalities living in Hollywood and trying to make it in hip-hop.
For the new season, viewers will have access to the backstage of B2K’s The Millennium Tour, to group members Fizz and J Boog. Omarion’s ex-girlfriend Apryl Jones, with whom he shares a child, will also be back, with rumors floating the nature of her relationship with Fizz.
Ray J and wife Princess Love introduce daughter Melody Love Norwood, already a social media figure at a year old with a whopping 157,000 followers on Instagram, to the world while awaiting the arrival of baby No.
The VH1 reality show launched in September 2014 and centered around personalities living in Hollywood and trying to make it in hip-hop.
For the new season, viewers will have access to the backstage of B2K’s The Millennium Tour, to group members Fizz and J Boog. Omarion’s ex-girlfriend Apryl Jones, with whom he shares a child, will also be back, with rumors floating the nature of her relationship with Fizz.
Ray J and wife Princess Love introduce daughter Melody Love Norwood, already a social media figure at a year old with a whopping 157,000 followers on Instagram, to the world while awaiting the arrival of baby No.
- 7/8/2019
- by Shirley Ju
- Variety Film + TV
Exclusive: Urban Movie Channel and its Rlj Entertainment corporate sibling Rlje Films are teaming for the release of I Got the Hook-Up 2, the sequel to the 1998 crime comedy that will return star Master P. Umc has set a July 12, 2019 theatrical release date for the pic, followed by an October streaming premiere on Umc.
Master P (aka Percy Miller) executive produces and stars in the pic with his son Romeo Miller, along with Sheryl Underwood, John Witherspoon, Michael Blackson, Fatboy Sse, DC Young Fly, Young Jeezy and Clifton Powell. It also features social media stars like Jess Hilarious, Kash Doll, Yfn Lucci, Apryl Jones, Erica Mena, Juju, Webbie and more.
The sequel, directed by Corey Grant, picks up the action from the original pic, in which Master P and comedian Aj Johnson starred as Black and Blue, two small-time scam artists who sell boomboxes and broken TV’s from their van in a parking lot.
Master P (aka Percy Miller) executive produces and stars in the pic with his son Romeo Miller, along with Sheryl Underwood, John Witherspoon, Michael Blackson, Fatboy Sse, DC Young Fly, Young Jeezy and Clifton Powell. It also features social media stars like Jess Hilarious, Kash Doll, Yfn Lucci, Apryl Jones, Erica Mena, Juju, Webbie and more.
The sequel, directed by Corey Grant, picks up the action from the original pic, in which Master P and comedian Aj Johnson starred as Black and Blue, two small-time scam artists who sell boomboxes and broken TV’s from their van in a parking lot.
- 5/7/2019
- by Patrick Hipes
- Deadline Film + TV
Omarion says he's not losing sleep over his baby mama's situation with Lil Fizz ... just as long as they don't get down on the B2K reunion tour!!! Omarion sat down with our Raquel Harper for Tuesday's episode of "Raq Rants" on Bet, and he made it clear he's not trying to get involved in his Bm's love life ... but if Apryl Jones bangs his bandmate on tour, Omarion says that's a different story! View...
- 1/8/2019
- by TMZ Staff
- TMZ
Habitat For Humanity of Greater Los Angeles Builders Ball took place at The Beverly Hilton in Beverly Hills, California last week.
Sugar Ray Leonard at the Habitat La 2017 Los Angeles Builders Ball
Credit/Copyright: Joshua Blanchard/Getty Images for Habitat for Humanity
This annual event celebrates Habitat La’s counterparts in the building and real estate industry, as well as partners and donors, who are helping transform the landscape of Los Angeles. It is also an evening to raise awareness and funds to help them reach their goal of empowering families and building strength and stability in communities through homeownership.
Award Recepients:
• Legendary boxing icon and philanthropist, Sugar Ray Leonard, was honored with the Dream Builder Award for his devotion to the local community and helping those in need build a stronger and healthier future through his namesake foundation.
• Hockey Hall of Famer and Los Angeles Kings President, Luc Robitaille,...
Sugar Ray Leonard at the Habitat La 2017 Los Angeles Builders Ball
Credit/Copyright: Joshua Blanchard/Getty Images for Habitat for Humanity
This annual event celebrates Habitat La’s counterparts in the building and real estate industry, as well as partners and donors, who are helping transform the landscape of Los Angeles. It is also an evening to raise awareness and funds to help them reach their goal of empowering families and building strength and stability in communities through homeownership.
Award Recepients:
• Legendary boxing icon and philanthropist, Sugar Ray Leonard, was honored with the Dream Builder Award for his devotion to the local community and helping those in need build a stronger and healthier future through his namesake foundation.
• Hockey Hall of Famer and Los Angeles Kings President, Luc Robitaille,...
- 10/4/2017
- Look to the Stars
Things aren't exactly on the mend just yet between Omarion and Apryl Jones. The Love & Hip Hop: Hollywood stars continued their feud over the weekend after the singer unveiled a new song called "It's Whatever" in which he seemingly throws some shade at his ex. "I've been only single for four months/ I'm just tryna get my swag back/ Probably try to catch a few kids/ It's like I never let 'em ride back/ Torn apart, catch me, I'm on the run/ Told my Bm she can have that/ Put that on my daughter and my son/ Every night I'm having flashbacks." He continues in another verse, "I must've did it to myself/ Look unfamiliar to myself/ You don't...
- 11/14/2016
- E! Online
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