BET Current: Jarred Shaw Faces Death Penalty, Nottoway Fire Destroys History, Big Freedia Mourns Partner.

05/20/2025

From an American athlete’s drug arrest abroad to a historic Louisiana mansion engulfed in flames, and Big Freedia’s heartbreaking loss—here’s what we’re talking about today.

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BET Current: Lil Durk’s Family Says They ‘Refuse to Stay Silent’ While His Lyrics Are Used In Indictment

In a statement, the family said that Black artists are “criminalized for their creativity.”
05/05/2025
01:15

BET Current: BET Awards 2025: The 10 Best Speeches That Shook the Culture

From Jesse Williams’ mic-drop moment to Queen Latifah’s Pride shoutout, these BET Awards speeches didn’t just thank the Academy—they made history, sparked conversation, and reminded us why this stage still matters.
05/09/2025
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BET Current: Rihanna, Pharrell Williams, A$AP Rocky and More Grace 2025 Met Gala Carpet

Coco Jones, Diana Ross and Tyler Perry also wore looks that fit the “Superfine: Tailoring Black Style” theme.
05/09/2025
01:05

BET Current: Dwyane Wade Makes Fragrance Debut with New Aramis Cologne Line

The retired NBA star is fulfilling a lifelong dream.
05/09/2025
01:23

BET Current: BET Awards 2025: Why the BET Awards Still Matter—25 Years Later

It’s not just about trophies. It’s about visibility, ownership, and a stage that still centers Black excellence without asking permission.
05/09/2025
01:26

BET Current: BET Awards 2025: The Most Viral BET Awards Moments That Broke the Internet

From on-stage pregnancies to cultural clapbacks, these BET Awards moments didn’t just trend—they took over the timeline, the group chat, and the culture.
05/09/2025
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BET Current: BET Awards 2025: Songs That Dominated the BET Awards and Defined an Era

These tracks weren’t just hits—they were cultural resets, performance staples, and proof that when Black music wins, everybody feels it.
05/09/2025
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BET Current: Student Debt Is Quietly Destroying Black Wealth—and No One’s Talking About It

The crushing weight of student loans is a silent crisis in Black communities, stalling wealth-building and economic stability for generations.
05/13/2025
01:37

BET Current: R&B Showdowns, Bold Art, and Gabrielle Union’s Truth

From Times Square to the BET Awards stage, Black stories are front and center.
05/14/2025
01:58

BET Current: Black Women Are the Moment — From Times Square to the Strip

From Times Square to Vegas, we break down how Thomas J Price, Viola Davis, and Janet Jackson are reshaping the narrative of who gets honored — and how.
05/15/2025
02:02

BET Current: Jarred Shaw Faces Death Penalty, Nottoway Fire Destroys History, Big Freedia Mourns Partner.

From an American athlete’s drug arrest abroad to a historic Louisiana mansion engulfed in flames, and Big Freedia’s heartbreaking loss—here’s what we’re talking about today.
05/20/2025
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BET Current: What's on Your Plate?

Black California farmers discuss why it's essential to eat healthy and how food deserts affect communities.
05/22/2025
02:24

BET Current: Salt-N-Pepa Sue for Their Masters, Spike & Denzel’s Final Film?, RG3 vs. Ryan Clark Over Angel Reese

From Salt-N-Pepa’s legal fight against UMG to Spike Lee hinting at his last movie with Denzel, and RG3 stirring controversy with comments about Angel Reese—BET Current has what the culture is talking about today.
05/23/2025
02:15

BET Current: Kai Cenat Declines Hollywood, Janet Shuts Down AMAs, and Charles Rangel Remembered

Kai Cenat keeps Streamer University independent, Janet Jackson proves she’s still that girl, and we honor the life and legacy of political trailblazer Charles Rangel.
05/27/2025
02:38

BET Current: Bhad Bhabie Defends Blackfishing Claims, NBA YoungBoy Pardoned, Patti LuPone Sparks Broadway Backlash

Bhad Bhabie says she’s “just being me” amid cultural appropriation accusations, NBA YoungBoy and Larry Hoover land surprise clemency from Trump, and Patti LuPone disrespects Broadway royalty — sparking outrage across Black theater.
05/28/2025
02:18

BET Current: Patti LuPone Apologizes, Rajah Caruth Wins Big, and Calls Grow to Free Black Firefighter

Patti LuPone issues a public apology after backlash over comments about Audra McDonald and Kecia Lewis, NASCAR’s Rajah Caruth makes history in Nashville, and supporters demand clemency for a Black firefighter imprisoned after a racist attack.
06/04/2025
02:17

BET Current: Denzel Joins Black Panther 3, Halle & Van Talk Marriage, and America Honors a Hidden Hero

Ryan Coogler confirms Denzel Washington is headed to Wakanda, Halle Berry explains why her proposal’s on pause, and we honor the legacy of WWII trailblazer Anna Mae Robertson.
06/10/2025
04:10

BET Current: Still Watching the BET Awards and Still Shook

From Mariah’s nightclub moment to Doechii’s protest power, we're breaking down the 2025 Awards’ biggest highlights—plus indictments, ICE backlash, and why the fight for justice isn’t slowing down.
06/12/2025
02:08

BET Current: Angel’s Triple-Double, Jamie’s Second Act & Jalen’s Wedding Joy

Angel Reese makes WNBA history, Jamie Foxx reflects on legacy and survival in Immersed, and Jalen Hurts says “I do” again in a star-studded Napa wedding—BET Current has your daily culture check-in.
06/16/2025
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BET Current: Blossom’s Big Reveal, FAMU Faces a Lawsuit, and R. Kelly Cries Foul

Cardi B introduces baby Blossom in luxury, FAMU students push back on a secretive leadership vote, and R. Kelly’s legal team claims a prison overdose.
06/18/2025
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