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Jason Derulo Is Closing a Chapter and Opening a New One With ‘The Last Dance’

In an exclusive for BET, Jason Derulo reflects on 17 years of hits, creative freedom, and why ‘The Last Dance’ marks both a full-circle moment and a fresh start.
01/29/2026

Amy DuBois Barnett’s Insider Novel ‘If I Ruled the World’ is Already a TV Series in the Making

Barnett mined decades in magazines to write her juicy, page-turning debut novel and it’s so good, Hulu is adapting it with Lee Daniels.
01/27/2026

The Legendary Jackée Harry on the Joy and Craft of Playing The Mayor on ‘Days of Our Lives’

The veteran actor explains how small choices make Paulina real and she teases the family drama coming to Salem this spring.
01/27/2026

Sebastian Kole Steps Out of the Shadows and Claims His Spotlight as Pynk Beard

Known for shaping hits for Ariana Grande, Alicia Keys, and John Legend, he is now stepping forward as an artist on his own terms with a fresh take on country music.
01/21/2026

Naturi Naughon and Bonko Khoza Star in a New Action Series with Heart, ‘The Nowhere Man’

The two leading stars sat down with BET Current to discuss how the show centers Black women’s protection and the hero’s complexity at its core.
01/20/2026

Zoe Saldaña on ‘Avatar’s’ Hard Topics: Race, Rage, and Forgiveness

Amid debates over the franchise’s cultural appropriation, Saldaña said her character’s battle of protecting her people while wrestling with hatred pushed her performance.
12/16/2025

Chika Finds Herself on a Journey of Healing and Growth on ‘WISH YOU WERE (T)HERE’

On her latest project, Chika opens up about self-reflection, processing loss, and reclaiming her creative voice, inviting fans to experience her journey of healing and coming home to herself.
11/25/2025

Samara Cyn Came Home to Herself, and Made Music to Bring Us There Too

She went from moving around as a military kid to going viral and catching Denzel Washington’s ear. Samara Cyn’s music is all about showing up as yourself—even when it’s messy, hard, or raw.
11/11/2025

DESTIN CONRAD Is Owning His Truth and Having Fun With ‘Love on Digital’

Conrad opens up about honesty, joy, and representation in R&B, and how ‘Love on Digital’ captures his growth and creative freedom.
09/30/2025

Khamari Turns Emotion Into Art on ‘To Dry A Tear’

On his sophomore album, arriving August 22, the Boston-born R&B singer-songwriter transforms feelings into a space for awareness, release, and growth, inviting listeners to feel deeply while moving forward.
08/22/2025

Meet Elsie, the Country Star Making Space for Black Voices in Nashville

After industry setbacks and taking on motherhood, Elsie is stepping into her power — with a viral hit, an upcoming EP, and a mission to amplify Black voices in country music.
02/21/2025