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Tina Knowles, Pauletta Washington, Cookie Johnson, and More Shine in Elisa Johnson’s Mother’s Day Campaign

The iconic eyewear brand’s latest campaign honors the Black women who have shaped culture, family, and style across generations.
04/22/2026

Persia White Spills on 25 Years of ‘Girlfriends’: Backlash, Breakthroughs, and the Revival Fans Still Want

As the beloved sitcom turns 25, White opens up to BET about fighting for authentic storylines, shaping Lynn’s identity, and why a limited series revival could finally give fans the closure they deserve.
09/11/2025

‘Being Mary Jane’ Creator Mara Brock Akil Launches New Production Company Story27

Netflix will distribute her scripted shows and projects.
09/29/2021

Look: There’s a New Sexy Black Superhero on the Block

Mara Brock Akil, Salim Akil are back with "Black Lightning."
05/18/2017

BET Wins Big at the 2016 NAACP Image Awards

Major names were recognized at the non-televised dinner.
02/08/2016

Mara Brock Akil on Mary Jane Paul: 'There's Hope in Her'

Being Mary Jane creator talks about the latest episode.
03/17/2015
Couples Uncovered: Mara Brock and Salim Akil

Couples Revealed

A special seminar on power couples.
02/12/2015

Experience The Best!

Check out the guests who will be at BET Experience!
02/12/2015

Mara Brock Akil: 'We're in Conversation About What's Going On With Our People in America'

The Being Mary Jane creator on the current racial unrest.
12/22/2014

Golden Brooks: 'I Will Be the Al Sharpton for the Image of Black Women'

The actress star sounds off on Hollywood.
10/09/2014
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Not Strictly Business: Couples Who Work Together

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