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Black Girls Rock! is an annual award show, founded by former DJ and model Beverly Bond, that honors and promotes women of color in different fields involving music, entertainment, medicine, entrepreneurship and visionary aspects; the categorized awards include "The 'Rock Star' Award", "Social Humanitarian", "Who Got Next?", "Living Legend", "Shot Caller", "Trailblazer", "Motivator", "Young, Gifted & Black", "Star Power", and "Visionary". The program also features musical performances by R&B and Soul female recording artists. The show's ceremony made its official debut on the television screen in November 7, 2010 on BET, where it was hosted by actress Nia Long and featured recognitions and musical performances by performers such as SWV, Coko, Raven-Symoné, Keke Palmer, Ruby Dee, Teresa Clarke, Marcelite J. Harris, Iyanla Vanzant, Kelly Price, Keyshia Cole, Marsha Ambrosius, Jill Scott, Ledisi, Keri Hilson, Ciara and Missy Elliott, who was previously honored with the "Creative Visionary" award in 2007. The 2015 event took place the New Jersey Performing Arts Center in Newark.

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Tracee Ellis Ross Returns as Host of BET's BLACK GIRLS ROCK 2016
by Caryn Robbins - March 11, 2016

BET Networks and Beverly Bond, CEO, founder and Creator of “BLACK GIRLS ROCK!”, are excited to announce the return of Tracee Ellis Ross as the host of “BLACK GIRLS ROCK!” 2016...


BET Networks Announces New & Returning Programming at Upfront Presentation
by Caryn Robbins - April 25, 2014

BET Networks, the #1 network for the African-American audience and a top 20 cable network among all adults 18-49, announced its upcoming programming schedule for BET and Centric at its annual Upfront presentation....


First Lady Michelle Obama to Appear on BLACK GIRLS ROCK! Award Show on BET
by Caryn Robbins - March 26, 2015

BET Networks and BLACK GIRLS ROCK! Inc. are honored to welcome First Lady Michelle Obama to her first "BLACK GIRLS ROCK!" Show at the New Jersey Performing Arts Center...


Romance, Rebellion, Redemption! Meet the Full Cast of AMAZING GRACE, Opening Tonight on Broadway
by Meet the Cast - July 16, 2015

Broadway's new musical Amazing Grace officially opens tonight, July 16, at Broadway's Nederlander Theatre (208 West 41st Street). The show stars Tony Award nominee Josh Young, Erin Mackey, Tony Award winner Chuck Cooper, Tom Hewitt, Chris Hoch, Stanley Bahorek, Harriett D. Foy, Laiona Michelle, Rach...


Laura Osnes, Santino Fontana, Marc Shaiman & More Set for Second Season of AMERICAN SONGBOOK AT NJPAC
by Tyler Peterson - June 25, 2014

NJTV, New Jersey's public television network, and the New Jersey Performing Arts Center (NJPAC) announced the artists who will perform in the second season of American Songbook at NJPAC, to be taped before a live audience at the Arts Center for a series to air on NJTV, WLIW and THIRTEEN this fall....


Cicely Tyson to Receive BET's BLACK GIRLS ROCK Living Legend Award
by Caryn Robbins - March 19, 2015

BET Networks is excited to reveal this year's "BLACK GIRLS ROCK!" 2015 celebrants...


Laura Osnes, Santino Fontana, Marc Shaiman & More Set for Second Season of AMERICAN SONGBOOK AT NJPAC
by Tyler Peterson - June 25, 2014

NJTV, New Jersey's public television network, and the New Jersey Performing Arts Center (NJPAC) announced the artists who will perform in the second season of American Songbook at NJPAC, to be taped before a live audience at the Arts Center for a series to air on NJTV, WLIW and THIRTEEN this fall....


BET Networks Unveils New 2012 Programming Line-Up
by Caryn Robbins - April 13, 2012

During its annual Upfront presentation to the advertising community, BET Networks, the leading provider of content to black consumers globally, will reveal its new programming content including scripted programs and original movies for both BET and CENTRIC as well as new web series for BET.com. ...


Estelle's 'All of Me' Arrives Everywhere February 28th
by Kelsey Denette - January 19, 2012

BET Networks today announced plans for the upcoming BET Music Matters 'The All of Me Tour' headlined by Homeschool/Atlantic recording artist Estelle. Kicking off February 2, 2012 at Ohio's House of Blues in Cleveland, Estelle will be joined by special guests Elle Varner, Stacy Barthe and Luke James ...


Beverly Bond & More Among Honorees for 2016 Women Who Care Awards to Benefit United Cerebral Palsy of NY
by BWW News Desk - May 16, 2016

The 15th Annual Women Who Care Luncheon benefiting United Cerebral Palsy of New York City UCP of NYC) was held Monday, May 9th at Cipriani 42nd Street....


AMERICAN SONGBOOK AT NJPAC to Premiere Third Season on NJTV, 1/6
by BWW News Desk - December 22, 2015

NJTV, New Jersey's public television network, and the New Jersey Performing Arts Center (NJPAC) announced that the 3rd Season of the award-winning American Songbook at NJPAC series will be broadcast on NJTV beginning January 6, 2016 (check local listings)....


Kathy Sledge Releases New Single 'Keep It Movin' on iTunes & All Digital Platforms Today
by BWW News Desk - December 01, 2015

KATHY SLEDGE will release her much anticipated new single titled KEEP IT MOVIN' on iTunes and all digital platforms today, December 1....


NJPAC Partners with Panasonic for New AMERICA'S GOT TALENT Broadcasts and More
by TV News Desk - March 03, 2015

Reinventing its business model for long-term growth, the New Jersey Performing Arts Center (NJPAC) has announced the creation of a cutting-edge broadcast solutions package, and a significant expansion of in-house television production capabilities. The initiatives are designed to transform NJPAC int...


Sneak Peek - Stephen Schwartz on THIRTEEN's American Songbook at NJPAC, 4/17
by Caryn Robbins - April 13, 2016

Stephen Schwartz and Friends will air on THE AMERICAN SONGBOOK AT NJPAC on Sunday, 4/17 at 1pm on THIRTEEN; and 3:30pm on WLIW21....


Beyonce, Kerry Washington, Don Cheadle & More Among 45th NAACP IMAGE AWARDS Nominees; Full List Revealed!
by Tyler Peterson - January 09, 2014

The nominees for THE 45TH NAACP IMAGE AWARDS were announced today during a live press conference at the TV One presentation to the Television Critics Association during its Winter 2014 Press Tour in Pasadena, CA. David Oyelowo ('Lee Daniels' 'The Butler'), Joe Morton (ABC's 'Scandal'), Keke Palmer (...


Ross, King Host 2011 "Black Girls Rock" on BET
by Caryn Robbins - September 30, 2011

'Black Girls Rock!(TM) 2011' is back with two talented co-hosts, Tracee Ellis Ross and Regina King....


Keri Hilson New Album No Boys Allowed Now Available In Stores
by Gabrielle Sierra - December 21, 2010

R&B/ Pop singer Keri Hilson's eagerly awaited sophomore album No Boys Allowed is in stores now on Interscope/Zone 4/Mosley Music Group. ...


ASPiRE's Original Series THE ROOT 100 to Premiere 12/5
by Tyler Peterson - November 21, 2012

ASPiRE today announced the world premiere of its new original series, THE ROOT 100. Hosted by Emmy®-winning television journalist and CNN Anchor Suzanne Malveaux, the weekly show is based on online news and commentary site The Root's (www.theroot.com) fourth annual list of 100 of the most influenti...


Tracee Ellis Ross and Regina King Co-Host BLACK GIRLS ROCK 10/15
by BWW News Desk - October 15, 2011

Once again BET Networks joins forces with Beverly Bond, founder and CEO BLACK GIRLS ROCK!TM for the second annual televised 'BLACK GIRLS ROCK!TM 2011' special....


Melba Moore & Lillias White to Feature in WOMEN OF EXCELLENCE IN THE ARTS Discussion 3/26
by James T Harding - March 16, 2012

The Riverside Theatre will host the 3rd annual Women's History Month celebration coined, "An Evening with Women of Excellence in the Arts," on Monday, March 26th at 6pm. Five women will share an intimate discussion about their personal journeys in the industry. The esteemed panel will be moderated b...


BLACK-ISH Star Tracee Ellis Ross to Receive 2015 NAB TV Chairman's Award
by Caryn Robbins - March 09, 2015

Actor, producer and motivational speaker Tracee Ellis Ross, who stars on the new ABC comedy series “Black-ish,” will receive the 2015 NAB Television Chairman's Award during the NAB Show Television Luncheon....


Photo Flash: Lynn Whitfield, Ronald K. Brown and More at EVIDENCE, A DANCE COMPANY's Torch Ball
by BWW News Desk - April 01, 2013

Evidence, A Dance Company paid tribute to the life and legacy of Beth Young, a dance enthusiast and long-time supporter of Evidence, A Dance Company, and recognized Goldman, Sachs & Co. and, Valentino D. Carlotti for supporting the arts and community outreach at The Torch Ball on March 25 at New Yor...


VIDEO: Tracee Ellis Ross Talks 'Black-Ish' & Hosting BET's 'Black Girls Rock'
by - March 30, 2016

She tells TODAY's Hoda Kotb about the show and about hosting “Black Girls Rock” on BET. ...


AMERICAN SONGBOOK AT NJPAC Premieres Third Season on NJTV Tonight
by BWW News Desk - January 06, 2016

NJTV, New Jersey's public television network, and the New Jersey Performing Arts Center (NJPAC) announced that the 3rd Season of the award-winning American Songbook at NJPAC series will be broadcast on NJTV beginning tonight, January 6, 2016 (check local listings)....


Alicia Keys Among Line-Up for BET's BLACK GIRLS ROCK 2012, 11/4
by Caryn Robbins - October 25, 2012

On Saturday, October 13, 2012, extraordinary women of color came together for BLACK GIRLS ROCK! 2012, an evening commemorating the achievements and accomplishments of women and girls from diverse fields -- ranging from entertainment and business to social activism....






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