TV One to Premiere THE BOBBY DEBARGE STORY
TV One continues its tradition of highlighting inspirational music figures with the premiere of the original film, THE BOBBY DEBARGE STORY, which will air on Saturday, June 29 at 8 P.M. ET/7C, followed by an encore presentation at 10 P.M. ET/9C. Debuting during Black Music Month, the film's stars include Roshon Fegan (Shake It Up, Greenleaf) in the lead role as Bobby DeBarge, Tyra Ferrell (Boyz InThe Hood, White Men Can't Jump) as Etterlene DeBarge, Blue Kimble (Media) as Tommy DeBarge and Adrian Marcel as James DeBarge. Big Boi (Outkast) portrays legendary music mogul Berry Gordy, while Lloyd appears as Switch member Gregory Williams.
Jay-Z Named President's Award Recipient for 50th NAACP Image Awards
The NAACP today announced that globally dominant pop culture icon Shawn 'JAY-Z' Carter will receive the prestigious President's Award during the 50th NAACP Image Awards. The President's Award is presented in recognition of a special achievement and distinguished public service with previous recipients including Jesse Jackson, Lauryn Hill, Soledad O'Brien, Colin Powell, Condoleezza Rice, and Muhammad Ali among others. NAACP President Derrick Johnson will present the award to Shawn 'JAY-Z' Carter during a LIVE TV special on TV One on Saturday, March 30, 2019 from the Dolby Theatre in Los Angeles, hosted by Anthony Anderson.
Tom Joyner To Receive Vanguard Award At 50th NAACP Image Awards
The NAACP today announced that mass media icon Tom Joyner will be honored with the Vanguard Award at the 50th NAACP Image Awards. The Vanguard Award is presented to a person whose groundbreaking work increases our understanding and awareness of racial and social issues. To date, the special award has been presented to Aretha Franklin, Clive Davis, surviving Memphis Sanitation Workers, Prince, Russell Simmons, Stanley Kramer, Steven Spielberg and Wyclef Jean. The 50th NAACP Image Awards will air during a LIVE TV special on TV One on Saturday, March 30, 2019 from the Dolby Theatre in Los Angeles, hosted by Anthony Anderson.
TV One Announces Production of Original Film 'The Bobby Debarge Story' Starring Roshon Fegan, Big Boi and More
TV One has announced that production is underway in ATLANTA for its new original film THE BOBBY DEBARGE STORY, slated to premiere in June, 2019. The film's stars include Roshon Fegan (Shake It Up, Greenleaf) in the lead role as Bobby DeBarge, Tyra Ferrell (Boyz InThe Hood, White Men Can't Jump) as Etterlene DeBarge, and Adrian Marcel as James DeBarge. Big Boi (Outkast) portrays legendary music mogul Berry Gordy, while Lloyd appears as Switch member Gregory Williams.
RCA Inspiration Garners Three Wins At The 49th Annual GMA Dove Awards
RCA Inspiration garners three wins at the 49th Annual GMA Dove Awards, as chart-topping artists Travis Greene, Koryn Hawthorne, and Marvin Sapp were honored for their hit songs this past year. Travis Greene won his first Dove Award in the category of Urban Worship Recorded Song of the Year for his chart-topper “You Waited.” Koryn Hawthorne won her first Dove Award in the category of Contemporary Gospel/Urban Recorded Song of the Year for her hit track “Won't He Do It” (ft. Roshon Fegan). Marvin Sapp took home his second Dove Award, winning in the category of Traditional Gospel Recorded Song of the Year for his hit single “Close.”
Paper Mill Playhouse to Present BALLROOM WITH A TWIST 2, 5/10-11
Paper Mill Playhouse presents Ballroom with a Twist 2. Get your fill of Dancing with the Stars, American Idol, and So You Think You Can Dance live onstage at Paper Mill Playhouse. Ballroom with a Twist 2--will offer two performances at the Millburn theater Saturday, May 10, at 8:00pm and Sunday, May 11, at 2:00pm. Celebrity dancers include: Chelsie Hightower, Dmitry Chaplin, Anna Trebunskaya, Gleb Savchenko, Legacy, Oksana Dymetrenko, Jonathan Platero and Randi Lynn Strong. The show will feature performances from American Idol stars Von Smith (Season 8) and Karen Rodriguez (Season 10). Ballroom with a Twist 2 is an evening of entertainment for the entire family, highlighted by stunning costumes, magnificent music and breathtaking performances.
DJ's MIX Wins Disney Channel's 'Make Your Mark' Talent Competition
In a thrilling performance showcasing dance and gymnastic skills, the dance duo DJ's Mix - 9-year-old Jaycee and 10-year-old Dylynn from Arizona - earned viewers' votes to win Disney Channel's 'Make Your Mark: Shake It Up Dance Off,' the popular talent competition for kids.
SHAKE IT UP Season Premiere to Air 10/14 on Disney Channel
The third season of the dance-driven, buddy comedy 'Shake It Up,' the #1 live-action TV series in its time period to date among Kids 2-11 and Kids 6-11, will premiere SUNDAY, OCTOBER 14 (9:00-9:30 p.m., ET/PT) on Disney Channel. The new season finds Rocky and CeCe trying to keep their dance careers alive after the 'Shake It Up Chicago' set is ruined; and includes guest stars Tyra Banks, reprising her role as the librarian, Alfonso Ribeiro and Disney XD's Leo Howard; and a special performance by the grand-prize winner of 'Make Your Mark: Shake It Up Dance Off 2012,' Disney's popular talent competition exclusively for kids and tweens.
Disney Channel's MAKE YOUR MARK to Return 10/19
Justin Bieber and Olympic Gold medalist Gabby Douglas appear, Debby Ryan ('Jessie') and Roshon Fegan ('Shake It Up,' 'Dancing with the Stars') will once again host and platinum recording artist Cher Lloyd and top choreographer Rosero McCoy are set to judge Disney Channel's popular talent competition for kids, 'Make Your Mark: Shake It Up Dance Off.' The multi-platform TV, online and radio initiative culminates with two special telecasts, including performances by 'Austin & Ally' star/Hollywood Records recording artist Ross Lynch and 'Shake It Up' stars Bella Thorne and Zendaya, among others, FRIDAY, OCTOBER 19 and SUNDAY, OCTOBER 21 (8:00 p.m., ET/PT) on Disney Channel.
Disney Channel Orders Season 3 of Dance Series SHAKE IT UP
Disney Channel has ordered a third season of the dance-driven buddy comedy 'Shake It Up,' it was announced today by Adam Bonnett, Senior Vice President, Original Programming, Disney Channels Worldwide. 'Shake It Up' premiered in November 2010, ranked as the #1 series of 2011 among Tweens 9-14 and for second quarter 2012-to-date, is the #1 TV series among Kids 2-11 (2.0 million/4.9 rating) and Kids 6-11 (1.6 million/6.7 rating) [Source: NTI, U.S. ratings, most current, as dated]. Production on the third season will begin this summer.
Disney Channel Orders Third Season of SHAKE IT UP
Disney Channel has ordered a third season of the dance-driven buddy comedy SHAKE IT UP, it was announced today by Adam Bonnett, Senior Vice President, Original Programming, Disney Channels Worldwide.
STAGE TUBE: Double Elimination on Last Night's DWTS
The competition heated up this week on DANCING WITH THE STARS as the remaining six couples hit the ballroom with two rounds of competitive dance performances, a ballroom dance and the Trio dance. On last night's results show, two couples were eliminated.