New York, NY – April 22, 2021 – BET and BET+’s must-see programming week of April 15 – April 21 includes:

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“BET REMEMBERS DMX” AIRS SUNDAY, APRIL 25TH ON BET
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Earl “DMX” Simmons was a prolific writer and lyricist. His music legacy is cemented, being the first rapper to accomplish having his first five albums debut at #1 and the only to have his first two albums debut at #1 in the same calendar year. To honor the life of the beloved hip-hop icon, BET will televise LIVE exclusive coverage of his Homegoing Celebration Sunday, April 25 at 2:30p.m. ET on BET. In addition to the memorial service, BET will dedicate a special programming block to remember Simmons with an array of films and documentaries starring or featuring the late recording artist and actor.

NEW EPISODE OF “URBAN BEAUTY TV” AIRS SATURDAYS ON BET HER

Episode #105 premieres Saturday, April 24 at 10 PM ET/PT, features Rahama Wright, Founder/CEO, Shea Yeleen, Shane & Isiah, Co-Founders, No Lost Sole, Sita Lewis, CEO, Mama Sita’s Miracle Butter Cream, Dr. Nia Banks, Deborah Cox, and Drea Nicole.

Urban Beauty TV, the first syndicated show dedicated to health, beauty, and style told through a multicultural lens. Hosted by model and media personality Midori Amae, Urban Beauty TV shines a spotlight on some of our culture’s most innovative style architects as they share the stories behind building their successful brands.

“TYLER PERRY’S THE OVAL” AIRS TUESDAYS ON BET AND BET HER
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Episode #211 “Empty Your Bag” premiering Tuesday, April 27 – Allan catches Ellie in a terrible betrayal. After the encounter, Victoria discovers that Hunter is being set up. Donald sends Kyle on a mission to silence an informant.

Catch up on Season 1 only on BET+.

BET+ ORIGINAL SERIES “AMERICAN GANGSTER: TRAP QUEENS” AIRS WEDNESDAYS ON BET AND BET HER

Episode #104 “Rashia Wilson” – Despite a thriving club promotion business, Rashia Wilson schemed to defraud the IRS, but her insatiable appetite for money brought her reign as first lady to tax fraud to an end.

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“TWENTIES” SEASON ONE AIRS WEDNESDAYS ON BET
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Episode #104 “You Know How I Like It....?” premieres Wednesday, April 28, at 10 PM ET/PT– Hattie tries to charm Ida B. into letting her into the writers' room, Nia auditions for a web series, and Marie struggles emotionally.

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“BIGGER” SEASON TWO AVAILABLE NOW WITH ALL NEW EPISODES ON BET+
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Thriving, ambitious, thirtysomething year-old college friends navigate their lives in Atlanta asking themselves – is there something bigger and better, as they try to build professional and personal lives they can be proud of.

Episode #201 “All Good” – Three months after the big arrest, we catch up with the gang and see how they’re thriving. Are they thriving or frontin’? Layne is stressed by her shop and her feelings for Deon. Veronica has whack tenants and an unsatisfied sex life. Vince is a successful yet miserable Bar Mitzvah DJ. Deon searches endlessly for a job.

Episode #202 “You Feel Better? I Feel Better” – Layne’s stress builds as her business begins to boom and she has the chance to style Billie Eilish. Tracey’s return to her reality show is filled with deceit and surprises. Veronica’s love life is unfulfilling and she finds herself fantasizing about her college boyfriend Ken. Jobless Deon gets a shock when he calls his mom and a man answers her phone. Vince seems to be a very happy, kept man.

Episode #203 “N****s in Retrograde” – Layne has near panic attacks trying to find the right pieces for Billie Eilish’s stylist while avoiding her new situation with Deon. Veronica learns that Ken has moved back to Atlanta and wants to reconnect. Tracey deals with Aaron wanting her back. Vince offers to help Deon plan Julius’ bachelor party.

Episode #204 “Grown Man Shit” – The girls visit a psychic, the guys, including Greg, celebrate Julius with a bachelor party at a strip club.

Episode #205 “Time Don’t Give You Time” – Love is in the air when the crew gathers for Connie and Julius’ wedding.

Episode #206 “No Hands” – It’s 2010, four years after graduation. The gang is at the beginning of their paths. A peak into their careers and early choices…and loves.

Episode #207 – Layne has decided to keep Deon in the “homey” zone even after he moves into her apartment. Tracey debuts her Lean and Lit cuisine to her Basketball Exes castmates and plans a birthday party for Aaron. Veronica seems a bit annoyed with Ken.

Episode #208 “Strangers at a Shiva” – Vince supports Shoshana during her brother’s funeral. Shoshana spends time with her eclectic family and judgmental mother. Through flashbacks, Vince relives his decision to become a DJ and not go into engineering. Vince comes to terms with letting his mother down and following his dreams.

Episode #209 – Layne and Deon continue their friend zoning, Layne’s mother comes to visit and to judge. Tracey’s plans to retire with Aaron are thwarted. Veronica feels controlled by Ken and decides to take back her power. Shoshana surprises Vince with a music studio.

NEW EPISODE OF “TYLER PERRY’S RUTHLESS” AVAILABLE NOW ON BET+
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Episode #209 “The Ritual Bath” – Lacey and Paula seize an opportunity to flee but their plan is thwarted when Elder Agnes steps in.

Watch the full season and catch up on Season 1, only on BET+

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“RATE THE BARS” LAUNCHES MONDAYS ON BET DIGITAL
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Episode #505 features Big Daddy Kane and premieres on Monday, April 26 on BET.com/RateTheBarsand BET’s YouTube channel at 3 PM ET— BET Digital’s hit series “RATE THE BARS” returns with rapping superstars rating the lyrics of your favorite MCs on a scale of one to five and share their unfiltered opinion on the lyrics with no knowledge of who the lyrics belong to. The fifth season includes new rappers Ice-T, D Smoke, Treach, Kash Doll, Too Short, Rico Nasty, and Spinderella.

“SIP N’ SMOKE” LAUNCHES WEDNESDAYS ON BET DIGITAL

Episode #104 premieres Wednesday, April 28 at 1 pm ET on BET.com and BET’s YouTube channel.— Hosted by NFL superstar quarterback Cam Newton, “Sip N’ Smoke,” underscores Atlanta’s recognition as the new culture capital of America and centers around all things Black culture. Newton gets real with some of ATL’s notable personalities who call the city home. New episode features singer-songwriter and actress Teyana Taylor, who will sip and sample Cam’s private selection of cigars and cocktails, while diving into hot topics and provocative conversation on life, art, business and everything in between. “Sip N’ Smoke.”

Future guests include producer and activist David Banner, prominent nightclub owner Mr. Magic, social media influencer Zoie, beauty industry maven Judy Dupart and actor and former NFL wide receiver Devale Ellis. Past guests include comedian and businessman Steve Harvey and rapper and media personality 2 Chainz.