International Entertainment News: BET J Viewers Stay Warm This November With a Sizzling Lineup of New Originals, Returning Favorites and Music Specials

BET J Viewers Stay Warm This November With a Sizzling Lineup of New Originals, Returning Favorites and Music Specials

WASHINGTON, Nov. 13 /PRNewswire/ -- BET J rolls out a lineup of original shows, returning favorites and music specials that are sure to warm up this winter season! The digital cable channel will offer a diverse menu of hot shows offering a unique mix of innovative and thought-provoking programs to keep viewers tuned into BET J 24 hours a day/7 days a week.

In November, BET J viewers can enjoy a spectacular lineup of shows to round out the year, including fresh originals like URBAN LIVIN' where the mission is to enhance and enrich the lifestyles and homes of African Americans; and THE TURN ON, a sexy, late night talk show that profiles today's hottest music videos. Returning favorites like MY TWO CENTS, which boasts a new slate of provocative topics and engaging guests for another round of electrifying conversation, and THE BEST SHORTS showcasing the best in black short films leading up to the highly-anticipated winning film announcement.

BET J also rolls out a crop of music and island specials like the ANTIGUA CARNIVAL '07 highlighting all the electrifying performances and events around the annual island festival, and the stirring music video tribute to the late Gerard Levert in the special IN VIDEO music special. BET J also will air special marathons of BET J's new reality shows, TEARS, SHEARS & BEAUTY that grants an inside look at four hair stylists and four barbers' quest to compete at the International Hair Show, and LIVIN THE LIFE OF MARLEY starring Ky-mani Marley, the break-out reality show featuring Ky-mani Marley, son of reggae music legend Bob Marley!

Tune in to BET J, the digital cable destination dedicated to providing a complete programming platform that encompasses all cultures, music and lifestyles for the adult viewer!

Here's more detailed information about BET J's November 2007 lineup of shows (*All times ET/PT):

BET J originals and returning favorites: -- URBAN LIVIN' is BET J's new chic lifestyle show hosted by interior decorator and event planner, Helen Bailey and introduces refreshing new ways to enhance and enrich viewers' homes and lives. Each 30-minute episode is packed with helpful tips and ideas on how to improve one's home through innovative and alluring makeovers; as well as great cooking ideas; hosting dinner parties and exclusive family gatherings during the holidays; and getting together with neighbors to donate time and efforts in a community makeover! Premieres on Wednesday, November 7 at 9:00 p.m.; a new episodes air every Wednesdays and re-airs on Thursdays at 10:30 p.m.; Sundays at 4:00 p.m.; Mondays at 2:30 p.m. and 1:30 a.m. -- THE TURN ON, a sexy talk show hosted by the beautiful Charlotte Burley dishing the latest in entertainment news and showcasing the best in today's "slow jam" music videos, and featuring guest appearances from today's hottest celebrities. Premieres Friday, November 9 at 12:00 a.m.; and re-airs on Sundays at 2:00 a.m., Mondays at 3:00 a.m., and Tuesdays at 10:00 p.m. -- THE BEST SHORTS, a film competition that supports today's emerging Black filmmakers short films that not only highlight the Black experience, but also provide the best in drama, comedy, horror and suspense. This season viewers can look forward to the short films from this year's finalists, all leading up to the highly-anticipated winner's announcement and special American Black Film Festival-themed episodes! The first episode announcing this season's finalists and a preview of their films. Sunday, November 11 at 8:00 p.m.; The second episode announcing this year's finalists and showcasing their films. Sunday, November 25 at 8:00 p.m.; and re-airs on Tuesdays at 8:00 p.m., and 1:00 a.m.; and Sundays at 5:00 p.m. and 8:00 p.m. -- MY TWO CENTS, BET J's popular talk show returns with a new slate of provocative guests and topics; the perfect mix for stimulating and engaging conversation lead by show panelists: New York Times best-selling author Keith Boykin; Tony Award winning poet Staceyann Chin; respected journalist/ reporter Jennifer Lewis-Hall; TV personality Ryan Smith; prison activist and spoken word poet Bryonn Bain; and New York Times best-selling author and TV/film producer Crystal McCrary Anthony! BET viewers can look forward to guest appearances by cultural critic Nelson George, fashion expert Beverly Smith; HBO's "The Wire" Felicia "Snoop" Pearson; R&B group Boys II Men; and author Walter Moseley to name a few as they gather to discuss everything from "The Mis-Education of the Church", "Black Genocide", "Ghetto Culture", "Black on Black Crime" and "Marriage in the 21st Century". Premieres on Monday, November 12 at 10:00 p.m.; and re-airs every Wednesday at 2:00 a.m.; Fridays at 3:00 a.m.; and Sundays at 7:00 p.m. BET J music and island specials: -- IN VIDEO featuring the late R&B crooner Gerald Levert. Tune in for a memorable music video tribute to legendary R&B singer and actor Gerald Levert. BET mourns the loss of this entertainment icon, who was a personal friend and a regular performer among many BET programs, including BOBBY JONES GOSPEL and WALK OF FAME. Don't miss this special music video block featuring all the classic Gerald Levert songs, including the highly-anticipated music video for the single, "DJ Don't". Friday, November 9 at 7:00 p.m. and 7:30 p.m. -- K'ORUS WINE SPECIAL. BET J introduces Kedar Massenberg, founder and CEO of Kedar Entertainment and Kedar Beverages LLC, and Jean-Sebastien Robicquet, a leading oenologist and founder of EuroWineGate -- a Wine and Spirits Company in Cognac, France to discuss their successful partnership, and the recent introduction and launch of K'orus Wines into the United States. Also, included in the show are comments by celebrities who participated in the launch events in Los Angeles and New York City. Premieres on Monday, November 19 at 8:00 p.m. and re-airs on Thursday, November 22 at 7:30 p.m., and Friday, November 23 at 2:00 p.m. and 1:00 a.m. -- ANTIGUA CARNIVAL '07, BET J takes viewers on a special island getaway to the idyllic and exotic island of Antigua for its popular annual festival, "Antigua Carnival". Catch all the sizzling performances, get up-close and personal with this year's stellar talent lineup, as well as a breathtaking tour of all that the island has to offer each and every year to visiting tourists. Saturday, November 24 at 11:00 a.m. and 11:00 p.m. BET J Marathons: -- TEARS, SHEARS & BEAUTY marathon: Don't miss a special marathon of the funny, yet heated hair battle featuring four hair styling "fashionistas" and four barbers, who are on a mission for industry recognition, long-lasting bragging rights, and a chance to win $20,000 and the coveted title of top hair stylist and barber at the International Hair Show. Wednesday, November 14 from 6:00 p.m. - 8:30 p.m. and Sunday, November 18 at 4:30 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. -- LIVIN THE LIFE OF MARLEY starring Ky-mani Marley marathon: Catch up on all the episodes of BET J's all-new, break-out reality show featuring Ky-mani Marley, the son of reggae music legend Bob Marley, who is making his own moves to carve a long-standing mark in reggae music history. Cameras follow the irie musician as he prepares to release his second CD, renews his role as "Biggs" in the successful indie film, "Shottas", and hits many concert stages to bring the infectious, electrifying performance that only a Marley can bring! Friday, November 23 at 9:00 p.m. - 10:30 p.m. and Saturday, November 24 at 1:30 p.m. - 3:00 p.m. and 7:30 p.m. - 9:00 p.m. ABOUT BET J

BET J, a part of BET Digital Networks (BET J, BET Gospel, BET Hip Hop) and under the BET Networks umbrella, is the sophisticated digital network infused with innovative and original programming showcasing a unique mix of music, culture and lifestyle embracing the Black experience. It is the premiere destination for the multicultural audience delivering music of all genres along with ground-breaking Black short films, riveting talk, music concerts and festivals, as well as provocative in-depth interview shows. The adult complement to BET, the channel offers exciting original programs such as TEARS, SHEARS & BEAUTY!, LIVIN THE LIFE OF MARLEY, THE BEST SHORTS, and REAL LIFE DIVAS, and is currently viewed in over 26 million households and growing.

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