Mara Brock Akil‘s hit dramedy The Game is two episodes into its sixth season and is already looking forward to another round, as revealed by BET’s annual upfront presentation. The network has announced the return of several original series, the revival of an old standby and a few surprises along the way.
In addition to confirming a seventh season of The Game, BET has also tacked on renewals for Let’s Stay Together, Real Husbands of Hollywood, their video-countdown series 106 & Park, Apollo Live with Tony Rock, the long-running Bobby Jones Gospel, Sunday Best and the unscripted reality show The Sheards.
Akil’s latest project Being Mary Jane, starring Gabrielle Union, will finally see the light of day after more than a year of production, name changes and teasers. The series– also featuring Omari Hardwick, Lisa Vidal, Richard Roundtree, Richard Brooks and Margaret Avery– will center on Mary Jane Paul, a “successful TV news anchor who remains devoted to a family that doesn’t share her intense motivation.”
And the jewel of it all? The network has made plans to revive its classic stand-up show Comic View in late 2013. The series helped launch the careers of D.L. Hughley, Cedric the Entertainer and others.
Along the way, reps announced the debut of a talk show hosted by Bishop T.D. Jakes, a reality series focused on a family barbecue business, the return of several award ceremonies and more. Check out the full details here!
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