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| launch_date = {{Start date and age|1996|1|15}}
| launch_date = {{Start date and age|1996|1|15}}
| picture_format = [[1080i]] [[HDTV]]<br />(downscaled to [[letterbox (filming)|letterbox]]ed [[480i]] for the [[SDTV]] feed)
| picture_format = [[1080i]] [[HDTV]]<br />(downscaled to [[letterbox (filming)|letterbox]]ed [[480i]] for the [[SDTV]] feed)
| owner = [[CBS Entertainment Group]]<br>([[Paramount Global]])
| owner = [[Paramount Global]]
| parent = [[BET Networks]]
| parent = [[BET Networks|BET Media Group]]<br><small>([[CBS Entertainment Group]])</small>
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| country = United States
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'''BET Her''' (formerly '''Centric''') is an American [[basic cable]] television network owned by [[Paramount Media Networks]]. The network is a spin-off of [[BET]] with a focus on general entertainment targeting [[African-American]] women.
'''BET Her''' is an American [[basic cable]] television network currently owned by the [[BET Networks|BET Media Group]] subsidiary of [[Paramount Global]]'s [[CBS Entertainment Group]].


The channel originally launched in 1996 as '''BET on Jazz''', a spin-off from BET with a focus on [[jazz]] music programming targeting African Americans. In 2006, the network was re-positioned as '''BET J''', which carried a broader array of music programming of interest to the demographic (accompanying its sister [[BET Soul|soul]] and [[BET Hip-Hop|hip-hop]]-oriented digital networks). In 2009, the network relaunched as '''Centric''', with a focus on lifestyle and music programming targeting an upscale African-American audience. In 2014, the network re-positioned its programming to target African-American women, and in 2017, re-branded under its current name.
The channel originally launched in 1996 as '''BET on Jazz''', a spin-off from [[BET]] with a focus on [[jazz]] music programming targeting [[African-American|African Americans]]. By 2006, the network's name was shortened to '''BET J''' and was carrying a broader array of music-based and demographic-centric, general-interest programming. In 2009, the network relaunched as '''Centric''', with a focus on lifestyle and music programming targeting an upscale audience. Centric would be re-positioned as a general entertainment brand targeting women by 2014, and in 2017, the network would be relaunched under its current name.


{{As of|2023|11}}, BET Her is available to approximately 33,000,000 pay television households in the United States; down from its 2017 peak of 51,000,000 households.<ref>{{cite web|url=https://wrestlenomics.com/u-s-cable-network-households-universe-1990-2023-nielsen-data/|title=U.S. cable network households (universe), 1990 – 2023|website=wrestlenomics.com|date=May 14, 2024|access-date=July 28, 2019}}</ref>
As of February 2015, approximately 51,829,000 American households (44.5% of households with television) received the network.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://tvbythenumbers.zap2it.com/2015/02/22/list-of-how-many-homes-each-cable-network-is-in-as-of-february-2015/366230/|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20150223220414/http://tvbythenumbers.zap2it.com/2015/02/22/list-of-how-many-homes-each-cable-network-is-in-as-of-february-2015/366230/|url-status=dead|archive-date=February 23, 2015|title=List of how many homes each cable network is in as of February 2015|last=Seidman|first=Robert|work=TV by the Numbers|publisher=Zap2it|date=February 22, 2015|access-date=March 10, 2015}}</ref>


== History ==
== History ==
=== Music and general entertainment formats ===
{{more citations needed|section|date=July 2024}}
[[File:BET Her.svg|thumb|right|Logo used from 2017 to 2021.]]
[[File:BET Her.svg|thumb|right|Logo used from 2017 to 2021.]]
The channel launched on January 15, 1996, as '''BET on Jazz''',<ref>[http://www.thefreelibrary.com/BET+HOLDINGS,+INC.+REPORTS+2ND+QUARTER+EARNINGS+PER+SHARE+INCREASE+OF...-a018074258/ BET HOLDINGS, INC. REPORTS 2ND QUARTER EARNINGS PER SHARE INCREASE OF 19 PERCENT], ''PR Newswire'', March 11, 1996</ref> as a spin-off channel to [[BET]]. In 2002, it was renamed '''BET Jazz'''. On March 1, 2006, the network was re-branded as '''BET J''' and the focus shifted from a pure jazz channel to a more general interest service. While jazz music still remained the stated primary focus, programming expanded to include a block of Caribbean-oriented programs as well as some [[rhythm and blues|R&B]], [[neo soul]], [[reggaetón]] and [[alternative hip hop]]. To a lesser extent, BET J also focused on [[go-go]], [[electronica]] and [[alternative rock]]. Programs included ''My Two Cents'' with [[Keith Boykin]], [[Bryonn Bain]], Crystal McCarey Anthony and [[Staceyann Chin]], ''The Best Shorts'' hosted by [[Abiola Abrams]], ''Living the Life of Marley'' about [[Ky-Mani Marley]], ''My Model is Better Than Your Model'' with [[Eva Pigford]] and ''The Turn On'' hosted by Charlotte Burley.
The channel launched on January 15, 1996, as '''BET on Jazz''',<ref>[http://www.thefreelibrary.com/BET+HOLDINGS,+INC.+REPORTS+2ND+QUARTER+EARNINGS+PER+SHARE+INCREASE+OF...-a018074258/ BET HOLDINGS, INC. REPORTS 2ND QUARTER EARNINGS PER SHARE INCREASE OF 19 PERCENT], ''PR Newswire'', March 11, 1996</ref> as a spin-off channel to [[BET]]. It would later be rebranded as '''BET Jazz''' in 2002; and '''BET J''', on March 1, 2006.


As '''BET J''', the channel's focus shifted from pure jazz programming into general interest offerings. While jazz music still remained the stated primary focus, programming expanded to include a block of Caribbean-oriented programs as well as some [[rhythm and blues|R&B]], [[neo soul]], [[reggaetón]] and [[alternative hip hop]].{{citation needed|date=July 2024}} To a lesser extent, BET J also focused on [[go-go]], [[electronica]] and [[alternative rock]].{{citation needed|date=July 2024}} Programs introduced during this era included ''My Two Cents'' with [[Keith Boykin]], [[Bryonn Bain]], Crystal McCarey Anthony and [[Staceyann Chin]], ''The Best Shorts'' hosted by [[Abiola Abrams]], ''Living the Life of Marley'' about [[Ky-Mani Marley]], ''My Model is Better Than Your Model'' with [[Eva Pigford]] and ''The Turn On'' hosted by Charlotte Burley.{{citation needed|date=July 2024}}
On April 24, 2009, network officials announced it would rebrand BET J as '''Centric''', a new general entertainment network with lifestyle and music programming targeting "upscale" African-American adults. The new channel was considered to be a competitor to [[TV One (American TV channel)|TV One]], a similar network owned by radio broadcaster Radio One (now [[Urban One]]). Centric's initial lineup primarily featured programming sourced from other [[MTV]] networks and programming that had been previously announced for BET J. The network planned to launch more original programs in 2010, such as the reality series ''Keeping Up With The Joneses'' and ''Model City''. The channel also picked up reruns of the music series ''[[Soul Train]]'', and revived the [[Soul Train Music Awards|''Soul Train'' Music Awards]]. Centric launched on September 28, 2009; its launch day primetime programming featured a tribute to [[Michael Jackson]].<ref>{{Cite web|url=http://www.multichannel.com/news/cable-operators/bet-mtv-take-aim-tv-one-centric-network/329940|title=BET, MTV Take Aim At TV One With Centric Network|website=Multichannel News|language=en|access-date=October 7, 2017}}</ref><ref>{{Cite web|url=http://www.multichannel.com/news/content/bet-mtvn-unveil-centric/363976|title=BET, MTVN Unveil Centricl|website=Multichannel News|language=en|access-date=October 7, 2017}}</ref><ref>{{Cite news|url=http://articles.latimes.com/2009/apr/24/business/fi-ct-centric24|title=BET to cater to middle-aged blacks with Centric cable channel|last=Flint|first=Joe|date=April 24, 2009|work=Los Angeles Times|access-date=October 8, 2017|language=en-US|issn=0458-3035}}</ref>


At its 2014 upfronts, Viacom announced that it would re-position Centric as a network targeting African-American women. Included in the repositioning was a development deal with [[Queen Latifah]]'s [[Flavor Unit Entertainment]] (which saw a fourth season renewal for its comedy-drama ''[[Single Ladies (TV series)|Single Ladies]]'', moving from [[VH1]]).<ref>{{Cite web|url=http://www.multichannel.com/news/content/centric-center-african-american-women/373957|title=Centric to Center on African-American Women|website=Multichannel News|language=en|access-date=October 8, 2017}}{{subscription required}}</ref><ref>{{Cite web|url=http://www.indiewire.com/2014/12/watch-rebranded-centric-tv-promo-the-first-network-designed-for-black-women-single-ladies-returns-156868/|title=Watch Rebranded Centric TV Promo ("The First Network Designed for Black Women") + ‘Single Ladies’ Returns|last=Obenson|first=Tambay A.|website=IndieWire|language=en|access-date=October 8, 2017}}</ref>
On April 24, 2009, network officials announced it would rebrand BET J as '''Centric''', a new general entertainment network with lifestyle and music programming targeting "upscale" African-American adults. The new channel was considered to be a competitor to [[TV One (American TV channel)|TV One]] (owned by rival broadcaster [[Urban One]]). Centric's initial lineup primarily featured programming sourced from other BET's corporate siblings, and others that had been previously announced for BET J. The network planned to launch more original programs in 2010, such as the reality series ''Keeping Up With The Joneses'' and ''Model City''. The channel also picked up reruns of the music series ''[[Soul Train]]'', and revived the [[Soul Train Music Awards|''Soul Train'' Music Awards]]. Centric launched on September 28, 2009; its launch day primetime programming featured a tribute to [[Michael Jackson]].<ref>{{Cite web|url=http://www.multichannel.com/news/cable-operators/bet-mtv-take-aim-tv-one-centric-network/329940|title=BET, MTV Take Aim At TV One With Centric Network|website=Multichannel News|date=23 April 2009 |language=en|access-date=October 7, 2017}}</ref><ref>{{Cite web|url=http://www.multichannel.com/news/content/bet-mtvn-unveil-centric/363976|title=BET, MTVN Unveil Centricl|website=Multichannel News|date=28 September 2009 |language=en|access-date=October 7, 2017}}</ref><ref>{{Cite news|url=https://www.latimes.com/archives/la-xpm-2009-apr-24-fi-ct-centric24-story.html|title=BET to cater to middle-aged blacks with Centric cable channel|last=Flint|first=Joe|date=April 24, 2009|work=Los Angeles Times|access-date=October 8, 2017|language=en-US|issn=0458-3035}}</ref>

=== Shift to Woman-centric programming ===
At its 2014 upfronts, BET's parent company (then known as [[Viacom (2005–2019)|Viacom]]) announced that it would re-position Centric as a network targeting African-American women. Included in the repositioning was a development deal with [[Queen Latifah]]'s [[Flavor Unit Entertainment]] (which saw a fourth season renewal for its comedy-drama ''[[Single Ladies (TV series)|Single Ladies]]'', moving from [[VH1]]).<ref>{{Cite web|url=http://www.multichannel.com/news/content/centric-center-african-american-women/373957|title=Centric to Center on African-American Women|website=Multichannel News|date=21 April 2014 |language=en|access-date=October 8, 2017}}{{subscription required}}</ref><ref>{{Cite web|url=http://www.indiewire.com/2014/12/watch-rebranded-centric-tv-promo-the-first-network-designed-for-black-women-single-ladies-returns-156868/|title=Watch Rebranded Centric TV Promo ("The First Network Designed for Black Women") + 'Single Ladies' Returns|last=Obenson|first=Tambay A.|website=IndieWire|language=en|access-date=October 8, 2017}}</ref>


On September 25, 2017, Centric rebranded as '''BET Her''', as part of an ongoing restructuring of Viacom's networks around its flagship brands.<ref>{{cite web|url=https://variety.com/2017/tv/news/bet-kevin-hart-steve-harvey-robin-thede-upfront-1202401057/|title=BET Sets New Comedies, Rebrands Centric and Nabs 'The Breaks', 'Hit the Floor' from VH1|last=Littleton|first=Cynthia|work=[[Variety (magazine)|Variety]]|date=April 27, 2017|access-date=July 18, 2017}}</ref>
On September 25, 2017, Centric rebranded as '''BET Her''', as part of an ongoing restructuring of Viacom's networks around its flagship brands.<ref>{{cite web|url=https://variety.com/2017/tv/news/bet-kevin-hart-steve-harvey-robin-thede-upfront-1202401057/|title=BET Sets New Comedies, Rebrands Centric and Nabs 'The Breaks', 'Hit the Floor' from VH1|last=Littleton|first=Cynthia|work=[[Variety (magazine)|Variety]]|date=April 27, 2017|access-date=July 18, 2017}}</ref>


== Programming ==
== Programming ==
The channel has produced and aired a limited amount of original programming over the years (including ''BET Her Presents: The Couch'', and the fourth season of [[VH1]]'s ''[[Single Ladies (TV series)|Single Ladies]]'' as Centric). Currently, BET Her's main programming consists of reruns and simulcasts of BET programming, along with a morning block of [[music videos]], acquired and syndicated programs, and film telecasts.<ref>[https://www.ontvtonight.com/guide/listings/channel/69022320/bet-her.html?dt=2024-07-16 BET Her - TV Listings Guide]; [[On TV Tonight]]; Accessed on July 13, 2024</ref>
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This is a list of programs broadcast by BET Her as of July 2023.<ref>[http://affiliate.zap2it.com/tvlistings/ZCSGrid.do?stnNum=14897&channel=182&aid=paalca Zap2it – BET Her]{{Dead link|date=June 2020 |bot=InternetArchiveBot |fix-attempted=yes }}</ref>

=== List of programs broadcast by BET Her ===
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As of '''July 2023'''.<ref>[http://affiliate.zap2it.com/tvlistings/ZCSGrid.do?stnNum=14897&channel=182&aid=paalca Zap2it – BET Her]{{Dead link|date=June 2020 |bot=InternetArchiveBot |fix-attempted=yes }}</ref>


=== Current ===
==== Current ====
* ''[[Family Matters]]''
* ''[[Family Matters]]''
* ''[[Hit the Floor (TV series)|Hit the Floor]]''
* ''[[Hit the Floor (TV series)|Hit the Floor]]''
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* ''[[Meet the Browns (TV series)|Tyler Perry's Meet the Browns]]''
* ''[[Meet the Browns (TV series)|Tyler Perry's Meet the Browns]]''


==== Music Video Blocks ====
===== Music Video Blocks =====
* ''BET Her Playlist''
* ''BET Her Playlist''
* ''Lifted''
* ''Lifted''
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* ''Strictly R&B''
* ''Strictly R&B''


==== BET Series & Specials ====
===== BET Series & Specials =====
* ''BET Awards Nomination Special''
* ''BET Awards Nomination Special''
* ''[[BET Awards]]''
* ''[[BET Awards]]''
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* ''[[Soul Train Music Awards]]''
* ''[[Soul Train Music Awards]]''


=== Former ===
==== Former ====
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* ''[[227 (TV series)|227]]''
* ''[[227 (TV series)|227]]''
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* ''According to Alex''
* ''According to Alex''
* ''According To Him + Her''
* ''According To Him + Her''
* ''[[All Rise (TV series)|All Rise]]''
* ''Almost Married''
* ''Almost Married''
* ''Amateur Millionaires Club''
* ''Amateur Millionaires Club''
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* ''[[Being Mary Jane]]''
* ''[[Being Mary Jane]]''
* ''[[The Bernie Mac Show]]''
* ''[[The Bernie Mac Show]]''
* ''BETX Turn Up Party Repeat (2015) (BET Experience highlights special)
* ''BETX Turn Up Party Repeat'' (2015) (BET Experience highlights special)
* ''BET J Virtual Awards'' (2008)
* ''BET J Virtual Awards'' (2008)
* ''[[BET After Dark]]''
* ''[[BET After Dark]]''
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* ''[[BET Start]]''
* ''[[BET Start]]''
* ''BET Start Weekends''
* ''BET Start Weekends''
* ''[[Bob Hearts Abishola]]''
* ''[[The Book of Negroes (miniseries)|The Book of Negroes]]''
* ''[[The Book of Negroes (miniseries)|The Book of Negroes]]''
* ''The Brian McKnight Show''
* ''The Brian McKnight Show''
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* ''Centric Celebrates Selma'' (2015) (special)
* ''Centric Celebrates Selma'' (2015) (special)
* ''Centric Comedy All-Stars'' (2013)
* ''Centric Comedy All-Stars'' (2013)
* ''Centric Gospel''
* ''Centric Hits'' (2009)
* ''Centric Hits'' (2009)
* ''Centric Live''
* ''Centric Live''
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* ''Community Impact Awards'' (2015)
* ''Community Impact Awards'' (2015)
* ''[[The Cosby Show]]''
* ''[[The Cosby Show]]''
* ''Criminals at Work''
* ''[[CSI: NY]]''
* ''[[CSI: NY]]''
* ''Culture List''
* ''Culture List''
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* ''Flick Centric''
* ''Flick Centric''
* ''[[Frankie & Neffe]]''
* ''[[Frankie & Neffe]]''
* ''[[From the Bottom Up (TV Series)|From the Bottom Up]]''
* ''[[From the Bottom Up (TV series)|From the Bottom Up]]''
* ''[[The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air]]''
* ''[[The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air]]''
* ''[[The Game (2006 TV series)|The Game]]''
* ''[[The Game (2006 TV series)|The Game]]''
* ''[[Get Christie Love!]]''
* ''[[Get Christie Love!]]''
* ''[[Girlfriends (American TV series)|Girlfriends]]''
* ''[[Girlfriends (American TV series)|Girlfriends]]''
* [[Got 2B Real: The Diva Variety Show]]
* ''[[Got 2B Real: The Diva Variety Show]]''
* ''[[Half & Half]]''
* ''[[Half & Half]]''
* ''[[Harlem Heights (TV series)|Harlem Heights]]''
* ''[[Harlem Heights (TV series)|Harlem Heights]]''
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* ''It's a Mann's World''
* ''It's a Mann's World''
* ''[[The Jamie Foxx Show]]''
* ''[[The Jamie Foxx Show]]''
* ''[[Judge Karen]]''
* ''[[K. Michelle: My Life]]''
* ''[[K. Michelle: My Life]]''
* ''Keith Sweat's Platinum House''
* ''Keith Sweat's Platinum House''
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* ''[[Luther (TV series)|Luther]]''
* ''[[Luther (TV series)|Luther]]''
* ''Lyric Cafe''
* ''Lyric Cafe''
* ''[[Making the Band]]''
* ''[[Malcolm & Eddie]]''
* ''[[Malcolm & Eddie]]''
* ''[[Master of the Mix]]''
* ''[[Master of the Mix]]''
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* ''Model City''
* ''Model City''
* ''[[Moesha]]''
* ''[[Moesha]]''
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* ''[[The Montel Williams Show]]''
* ''Morning Cup'' (2014)
* ''Morning Cup'' (2014)
* ''[[Mr. Box Office]]''
* ''[[Mr. Box Office]]''
* ''My Current Situation''
* ''My Current Situation''
* ''[[My Wife and Kids]]''
* ''[[My Wife and Kids]]''
* ''The Nat King Cole Show''
* ''[[The Neighborhood (TV series)|The Neighborhood]]''
* ''[[New York Undercover]]''
* ''[[New York Undercover]]''
* ''[[Noah's Arc (TV series)|Noah's Arc]]''<ref>{{cite web | url=https://www.bet.com/article/bozkud/noah-s-new-arc | title=Noah's New Arc | website=[[BET]] }}</ref>
* ''[[The Parkers]]''
* ''[[The Parkers]]''
* ''[[Pitch (TV series)|Pitch]]''
* ''[[Pitch (TV series)|Pitch]]''
* ''Played by Fame''
* ''The Players' Awards''
* ''The Players' Awards''
* ''[[The Proud Family]]''
* ''[[The Proud Family]]''
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* ''[[The Salt-N-Pepa Show]]''
* ''[[The Salt-N-Pepa Show]]''
* ''[[Scandal (TV series)|Scandal]]''
* ''[[Scandal (TV series)|Scandal]]''
* ''[[Second Generation Wayans]]''
* ''[[Single Ladies (TV series)|Single Ladies]]''
* ''[[Single Ladies (TV series)|Single Ladies]]''
* ''[[Smart Guy]]''
* ''[[Smart Guy]]''
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* ''[[The Steve Harvey Show]]''
*''[[Soul Food (TV series)|Soul Food]]''
*''[[Soul Food (TV series)|Soul Food]]''
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* ''Soul Sessions''
* ''[[The Soul Man]]''
* ''[[The Soul Man]]''
* ''[[Soul Train]]''
* ''Soul Sessions''
* ''VH1 Soul Stage''
* ''VH1 Soul Stage''
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* ''[[Soul Train]]''
* ''Soul Train Awards Nomination Special''
* ''Soul Train Awards Nomination Special''
* ''1998 Soul Train Christmas Starfest''
* ''1998 Soul Train Christmas Starfest''
* ''Splash''
* ''Splash''
* ''The Steve Harvey Project''
* ''The Steve Harvey Project''
* ''[[The Steve Harvey Show]]''
* ''[[Sunday Best (American TV series)|Sunday Best]]''
* ''[[Sunday Best (American TV series)|Sunday Best]]''
* ''[[T.I. & Tiny: The Family Hustle]]''
* ''[[T.I. & Tiny: The Family Hustle]]''
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* ''[[Video Vibrations]]''
* ''[[Video Vibrations]]''
* ''[[The Wayans Bros.]]''
* ''[[The Wayans Bros.]]''
* ''We Are The Joneses''
* ''We Are the Joneses''
* ''[[The Wendy Williams Show]]''
* ''[[The Wendy Williams Show]]''
* ''Welcome to Dreamland''
* ''[[What Chilli Wants]]''
* ''[[What Chilli Wants]]''
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== See also ==
== See also ==
{{Portal|Television}}
{{Portal|Television}}
{{see also|African_Americans#Media_and_coverage}}
* [[Aspire TV (American TV network)|Aspire TV]] – an American digital cable and satellite channel owned by businessman and former basketball player [[Magic Johnson]].
* [[Aspire TV (American TV network)|Aspire TV]] – an American digital cable and satellite channel owned by businessman and former basketball player [[Magic Johnson]].
* [[BET]] – The flagship American basic cable and satellite channel of the [[BET Networks]], currently owned by [[Paramount Global]], which launched in 1980 as the first television network devoted to programming targeting African-Americans.
* [[BET]] – The flagship American basic cable and satellite channel of the [[BET Networks|BET Media Group]], currently owned by [[Paramount Global]], which launched in 1980 as the first television network devoted to programming targeting African-Americans.
* [[Bounce TV]] – an American digital multicast network owned by [[E. W. Scripps Company]].
* [[Bounce TV]] – an American digital multicast network owned by [[E. W. Scripps Company]].
* [[TV One (American TV channel)|TV One]] – an American digital cable and satellite channel owned by [[Urban One]]
** [[TV_One_(American_TV_channel)#Cleo_TV|Cleo TV]] – a sister network targeting African-American women


== References ==
== References ==
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== External links ==
== External links ==
* {{Official website|https://www.bet.com/bet-her.html}}
* {{Official website|https://www.bet.com/topic/bet-her}}


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"Centric (TV channel)" redirects here. For the other uses named “Centric”, see Centric.
BET Her
CountryUnited States
Programming
Language(s)English
Picture format1080i HDTV
(downscaled to letterboxed 480i for the SDTV feed)
Ownership
OwnerParamount Global
ParentBET Media Group
(CBS Entertainment Group)
Sister channelsBET
BET Gospel
BET Hip-Hop
BET Jams
BET Soul
SHO×BET
History
LaunchedJanuary 15, 1996; 28 years ago (1996-01-15)
Former namesBET on Jazz (1996–2002)
BET Jazz (2002–2006)
BET J (2006–2009)
Centric (2009–2017)
Links
Websitewww.bet.com/bet-her.html
Availability
Streaming media
Service(s)fuboTV, Philo, YouTube TV, Vidgo, Hulu + Live TV

BET Her is an American basic cable television network currently owned by the BET Media Group subsidiary of Paramount Global's CBS Entertainment Group.

The channel originally launched in 1996 as BET on Jazz, a spin-off from BET with a focus on jazz music programming targeting African Americans. By 2006, the network's name was shortened to BET J and was carrying a broader array of music-based and demographic-centric, general-interest programming. In 2009, the network relaunched as Centric, with a focus on lifestyle and music programming targeting an upscale audience. Centric would be re-positioned as a general entertainment brand targeting women by 2014, and in 2017, the network would be relaunched under its current name.

As of November 2023, BET Her is available to approximately 33,000,000 pay television households in the United States; down from its 2017 peak of 51,000,000 households.[1]

History

Music and general entertainment formats

Logo used from 2017 to 2021.

The channel launched on January 15, 1996, as BET on Jazz,[2] as a spin-off channel to BET. It would later be rebranded as BET Jazz in 2002; and BET J, on March 1, 2006.

As BET J, the channel's focus shifted from pure jazz programming into general interest offerings. While jazz music still remained the stated primary focus, programming expanded to include a block of Caribbean-oriented programs as well as some R&B, neo soul, reggaetón and alternative hip hop.[citation needed] To a lesser extent, BET J also focused on go-go, electronica and alternative rock.[citation needed] Programs introduced during this era included My Two Cents with Keith Boykin, Bryonn Bain, Crystal McCarey Anthony and Staceyann Chin, The Best Shorts hosted by Abiola Abrams, Living the Life of Marley about Ky-Mani Marley, My Model is Better Than Your Model with Eva Pigford and The Turn On hosted by Charlotte Burley.[citation needed]

On April 24, 2009, network officials announced it would rebrand BET J as Centric, a new general entertainment network with lifestyle and music programming targeting "upscale" African-American adults. The new channel was considered to be a competitor to TV One (owned by rival broadcaster Urban One). Centric's initial lineup primarily featured programming sourced from other BET's corporate siblings, and others that had been previously announced for BET J. The network planned to launch more original programs in 2010, such as the reality series Keeping Up With The Joneses and Model City. The channel also picked up reruns of the music series Soul Train, and revived the Soul Train Music Awards. Centric launched on September 28, 2009; its launch day primetime programming featured a tribute to Michael Jackson.[3][4][5]

Shift to Woman-centric programming

At its 2014 upfronts, BET's parent company (then known as Viacom) announced that it would re-position Centric as a network targeting African-American women. Included in the repositioning was a development deal with Queen Latifah's Flavor Unit Entertainment (which saw a fourth season renewal for its comedy-drama Single Ladies, moving from VH1).[6][7]

On September 25, 2017, Centric rebranded as BET Her, as part of an ongoing restructuring of Viacom's networks around its flagship brands.[8]

Programming

The channel has produced and aired a limited amount of original programming over the years (including BET Her Presents: The Couch, and the fourth season of VH1's Single Ladies as Centric). Currently, BET Her's main programming consists of reruns and simulcasts of BET programming, along with a morning block of music videos, acquired and syndicated programs, and film telecasts.[9]

List of programs broadcast by BET Her

As of July 2023.[10]

Current

Music Video Blocks
  • BET Her Playlist
  • Lifted
  • Morning Glow
  • Reminisce
  • Strictly R&B
BET Series & Specials

Former

See also

See also: African_Americans § Media_and_coverage
  • Aspire TV – an American digital cable and satellite channel owned by businessman and former basketball player Magic Johnson.
  • BET – The flagship American basic cable and satellite channel of the BET Media Group, currently owned by Paramount Global, which launched in 1980 as the first television network devoted to programming targeting African-Americans.
  • Bounce TV – an American digital multicast network owned by E. W. Scripps Company.
  • TV One – an American digital cable and satellite channel owned by Urban One
    • Cleo TV – a sister network targeting African-American women

References

  1. ^ "U.S. cable network households (universe), 1990 – 2023". wrestlenomics.com. May 14, 2024. Retrieved July 28, 2019.
  2. ^ BET HOLDINGS, INC. REPORTS 2ND QUARTER EARNINGS PER SHARE INCREASE OF 19 PERCENT, PR Newswire, March 11, 1996
  3. ^ "BET, MTV Take Aim At TV One With Centric Network". Multichannel News. 23 April 2009. Retrieved October 7, 2017.
  4. ^ "BET, MTVN Unveil Centricl". Multichannel News. 28 September 2009. Retrieved October 7, 2017.
  5. ^ Flint, Joe (April 24, 2009). "BET to cater to middle-aged blacks with Centric cable channel". Los Angeles Times. ISSN 0458-3035. Retrieved October 8, 2017.
  6. ^ "Centric to Center on African-American Women". Multichannel News. 21 April 2014. Retrieved October 8, 2017.(subscription required)
  7. ^ Obenson, Tambay A. "Watch Rebranded Centric TV Promo ("The First Network Designed for Black Women") + 'Single Ladies' Returns". IndieWire. Retrieved October 8, 2017.
  8. ^ Littleton, Cynthia (April 27, 2017). "BET Sets New Comedies, Rebrands Centric and Nabs 'The Breaks', 'Hit the Floor' from VH1". Variety. Retrieved July 18, 2017.
  9. ^ BET Her - TV Listings Guide; On TV Tonight; Accessed on July 13, 2024
  10. ^ Zap2it – BET Her[permanent dead link]
  11. ^ "Noah's New Arc". BET.
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