Before Obama, There Was Jesse: The Campaigns That Changed Presidential Politics

Though he never won the White House, Jesse Jackson’s 1984 and 1988 runs reshaped delegate math, coalition strategy, and the very idea of Black presidential viability, clearing the path for Barack Obama decades later.
Read More

WHAT TO WATCH NOW

The Coach Vick Experience
WEDNESDAYS 10/9c

Tyler Perry's Sistas
WEDNESDAYS 9/8c

BET Talks

Marlon & Shawn Wayans

BET Immersed

Tyler Perry's House Of Payne
WEDNESDAYS 8:30/9:30c

Tyler Perry's Assisted Living
TUESDAYS 9:30/8:30c

For the Fellas

Amplified Live

Cheers to That!

Ms. Pat Settles It
TUESDAYS 10/9C

Tyler Perry's The Oval
TUESDAYS 9/10c

The Vault

All shows

STREAMING NOW

40:29
Sign In to Watch

S1 • E2
The Coach Vick Experience
Big State vs. Little State

Coach Vick and his brother, Marcus, disagree over the starting player for their comeback game against rival Virginia State, and transfer student Kyree strives to earn a football scholarship.
02/12/2026
40:33
Sign In to Watch

S10 • E6
Tyler Perry's Sistas
Anything but Shy

Danni's friends gently coax her to open up, Andi shares her suspicions about Cruise with Hayden and Benson, Cheyenne enjoys her funemployment, and Zac gets bad news about his gym bid.
02/12/2026
21:30
Sign In to Watch

S12 • E19
Tyler Perry's House Of Payne
A Payne Family Portrait

Ella loses patience with her family when everyone tries to skip out on her Easter family portrait plans, and Malik must learn a valuable lesson about life as a new parent.
02/11/2026
21:31
Sign In to Watch

S6 • E12
Tyler Perry's Assisted Living
The Power of Prayer

With Reginald still missing, Sandra, Philip, Vinny, Mr. Brown and Cora post flyers around the neighborhood and online, and Reginald's son Brandon arrives in town.
02/11/2026
41:31
Sign In to Watch

S6 • E22
Tyler Perry's The Oval
Trade of Power

Allan's actions catch up with him, Simone warns Eli that his latest move could bring cause blowback, Constance reveals more of her plan, and Bobby is caught in a compromising position.
12/23/2025

TRENDING TOPICS

Rev. Jesse Jackson, Civil Rights Giant and Global Activist, Dies at 84

The longtime preacher, organizer, and political trailblazer leaves behind a six-decade legacy of moral courage, movement-building, and unwavering demand for justice.
02/17/2026

Keep Hope Alive: The Most Powerful Rev. Jesse Jackson Quotes That Still Move Us

From affirmations of achievement to hard truths about race and justice, the civil rights leader’s most unforgettable words remain urgent and deeply relevant today.
02/17/2026

FEATURED VIDEOS

21:28

S3 • E3
BET Talks
The Cast of Sistas

The cast of Tyler Perry's Sistas sits down with Miabelle to talk about Season 10, the need for more shows led by Black women, and the importance of sisterhood and genuine friendships.
01/27/2026
20:42

S3 • E2
BET Talks
New Edition

Legendary boy band New Edition sits down for an engaging conversation on their impact on music, their tour alongside Boyz II Men and Toni Braxton and more.
01/19/2026
16:27

S3 • E1
BET Talks
Conway the Machine

Conway the Machine talks about the creation of his album "You Can't Kill God with Bullets," his spiritual journey, giving back to his hometown of Buffalo, NY, and more.
01/14/2026
15:03

S2 • E62
BET Talks
DDG

DDG and Miabelle discuss his rise from YouTube vlogging to livestreaming and music, landing big-name features for his tracks, why he doesn't do therapy, and more.
01/06/2026
16:23

S2 • E1
Amplified Live
Amplified Live - JANE HANDCOCK

JANE HANDCOCK mixes a soulful R&B sound with funky neo-soul in her rooftop performance, and she discusses her Bay Area roots, working on "Insecure" and getting inspiration from Snoop Dogg.
01/06/2026

CELEBRITIES

Rep. Jonathan Jackson Shares Final Moments With Father Rev. Jesse Jackson Before His Death at 84

The Illinois congressman describes holding his father’s hand during his final hours, reflecting on family, faith, and the civil rights leader’s lasting influence.
02/17/2026

4 Essential Reads By Rev. Jesse Jackson

He broke barriers, inspired movements, and gave a voice to the unheard for over 50 years. These books continue to move us while carrying his life’s mission forward.
02/17/2026

STYLE

Jesse Jackson: The Rainbow PUSH Years

9 Photos

Rev. Jesse Jackson's Life In Photos

16 Photos

NEWS

When the Pulpit Met the Prize Ring: Jesse Jackson and Muhammad Ali’s Shared Fight

The civil rights leader and the boxing legend forged a bond rooted in faith, courage, and a refusal to separate fame from principle.
02/17/2026

‘He Kept the Dream Alive’: Social Media Reacts to Rev. Jesse Jackson’s Death

Tributes poured in from movement elders, elected leaders, and family as the nation remembers a complicated, consequential life.
02/17/2026

LATEST ON BET.COM

Judge to Trump officials: You Can’t Whitewash Slavery Like It’s ‘1984’

The ruling forces the National Park Service to reinstall a slavery exhibit and bars the administration from editing out hard truths about American history.
02/18/2026

WNBA Calls Players’ Union Financial Demands Unrealistic Amid CBA Stalemate

The union has issued a new counterproposal to the WNBA, offering to lower their gross revenue share request to 27.5% and adjusting player housing requirements.
02/18/2026

Attorney For Deandre Ayton Clarifies Marijuana Search Following Airport Incident

The Lakers’ starting center was briefly held at an airport in the Bahamas.
02/18/2026

Looking Back at the Lakers' 2010 Game 7 Victory and Kobe Bryant's Final Title

No one could’ve known then but Bryant and the Lakers’ Game 7 victory over the Boston Celtics would be his last chip.
02/18/2026

Megan Thee Stallion Scores a Powder Blue Bentley From Boyfriend Klay Thompson

The rapper closed her birthday recap post with a luxe surprise and fans were left gagged.
02/18/2026

BET News Honors Rev. Jesse Jackson With Powerful Archival Special “JESSE JACKSON: IN HIS OWN WORDS”

Narrated by CBS News’ Michelle Miller, the four-part BET News tribute revisits the life, presidential runs, and civil rights legacy of Rev. Jesse Jackson through historic speeches and rare archival interviews, airing February 18–19 on BET.
02/18/2026

'The Gates' Traps Three Black College Friends in a Deadly Gated Community

Mason Gooding, Keith Powers, and Algee Smith lead a trio at the center of the film, while the late James Van Der Beek delivers a chilling turn as the community’s sinister patriarch. Catch the trailer below.
02/18/2026

NAACP Image Awards: 5 Giveon Records That Prove He’s This Generation’s Ballad King

As the NAACP Image Award nominee continues redefining modern R&B, these standout slow burns showcase the depth, vulnerability, and vocal richness that set him apart.
02/18/2026
Bryson Tiller

NAACP Image Awards: 5 Bryson Tiller Deep Cuts That Show His Growth Beyond ‘TrapSoul’

As the NAACP Image Award nominee steps into a new creative chapter, these standout album gems highlight the vulnerability, sonic risks, and late-night introspection shaping his recent sound.
02/18/2026

NAACP Image Awards: 5 Chris Brown Music Videos That Prove His Visual Era Is Still Untouchable

From cinematic storytelling to precision choreography, these standout visuals remind us why the NAACP Image Award–nominated star remains one of music’s most dynamic performers.
02/18/2026

The Black-Owned Edit: 5 Luxury Designers To Elevate Your Wardrobe

These five Black-owned luxury labels are redefining high fashion and leveling up our wardrobes.
02/17/2026

ABOUT BET

With a focus on Black culture, BET is the leading provider of quality entertainment, music, news, style and public affairs programming.