The End of an Era – BET Networks Bids Farewell to the First Family with Special Tributes Throughout the Month
12 Janeiro 2017 - 10:34PM
Business Wire
BET News original documentary “Through the
Fire: The Legacy of Barack Obama” Produced by Stanley
Nelson
Premieres January 19 at 7 pm ET
Samuel L. Jackson, Will.i.am, Regina Hall,
Common Among Celebrities to Share Their Goodbyes
#ThankYouObama
On November 4, 2008, the nation elected its first
African-American president; an historic first celebrated around the
world. During his two terms in office, on the world stage, Barack
Obama worked to fulfill the promise so many of his supporters saw
in him. From domestic policy to foreign affairs, Barack Obama has
led America forward with a powerful dignity and grace that no one
can question. NOW as the First Family prepares to bid the White
House adieu, BET Networks celebrates and reflects on Barack Obama’s
presidency with a month-long series of documentaries and specials,
culminating in a full day of special programming honoring the
Obamas.
This Smart News Release features multimedia.
View the full release here:
http://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20170112006123/en/
"Through the Fire" Narrator Jesse
Williams (Photo: Business Wire)
BET Presents “Through the Fire: The
Legacy of Barack Obama” (original premiere) This
documentary explores the historic election of America’s first
African-American president and his consequential two-terms in
office. Blending archival footage with a diverse array of
provocative interviews with the likes of Samuel L. Jackson,
Common, Usher, Russell Simmons, Mellody
Hobson, Van Jones, Valerie Jarrett,
Questlove and many more, EMMY award winning filmmaker
Stanley Nelson reveals the challenges and triumphs of Barack
Obama’s unique presidency and powerful legacy. Narrated by
actor/activist Jesse Williams, “Through the Fire” premieres
January 19th at 7pm ET.
http://www.bet.com/video/news/specials/2017/through-the-fire/the-legacy-of-barack-obama-sneak-peek.html
BET Life of: The Obamas (original
premiere) along the Obama presidential timeline, BET
showcased instances of the grace, pride, leadership and influence
personified by the President and First Lady; from Michelle being
featured on BET platforms like “106 & Park”, “Black Girls Rock”
and “BET Honors” to Barack sitting with Jeff Johnson to discuss
significant issues in the black community, celebrating the
anniversary of the historic Selma to Montgomery march and engaging
our youth in various town halls. Host Marc Lamont Hill
highlights these notable appearances in “BET Life of: The Obamas”
and brings you the top moments from the last concert at the White
House hosted by the Obamas. This special premieres January 19 at
4pm ET.
Love and Happiness: An Obama
Celebration (repeat) Ain’t no party like a BET party…at
The White House! The First Family invited viewers into their home
for an unforgettable star-studded musical celebration. Hosted by
Regina Hall and Terrence J. The evening was filled with special
performances and memorable moments from John Legend, Bell Biv
DeVoe, Angela Bassett, Jill Scott, Janelle Monae and others. This
special airs January 19th at 8am and 11pm on BET.
Be sure to follow @BET on Twitter, Facebook and Instagram for
special photos and video thankyous from celebrities who have been
personally impacted by President Obama and his leadership. And join
the live tweeting on January 19th using #ThankYouObama.
About BET Networks
BET Networks, a subsidiary of Viacom Inc. (NASDAQ: VIA, VIA.B),
is the nation's leading provider of quality entertainment, music,
news and public affairs television programming for the
African-American audience. The primary BET channel reaches more
than 90 million households and can be seen in the United States,
Canada, the Caribbean, the United Kingdom and sub-Saharan Africa.
BET is the dominant African-American consumer brand with a diverse
group of business extensions: BET.com, a leading Internet
destination for Black entertainment, music, culture, and news;
CENTRIC, a 24-hour entertainment network targeting the
African-American Woman; BET Music Networks - BET Jams, BET Soul and
BET Gospel; BET Home Entertainment; BET Live, BET’s growing
festival business; BET Mobile, which provides ringtones, games and
video content for wireless devices; and BET International, which
operates BET around the globe.
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