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BET HER Concert Special w/ Naturi, XSCAPE, Keyshia Cole

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BET HER Concert Special w/ Naturi, XSCAPE, Keyshia Cole

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Los Angeles, CA – October 19, 2017 — BET Networks is excited to announce BET Her’s inaugural concert special “BET HER FIGHTS: BREAST CANCER”, which was hosted by actress Naturi Naughton.   More than 30,000 black women will be diagnosed with breast cancer this year, and BET Her is continuing its mission to put black women’s health front and center.  In honor of October as National Breast Cancer Awareness month, the one-hour special will be a spirited evening of incredible music and positive messages, to raise awareness, celebrate cancer warriors and encourage action to save lives.  The concert featured inspirational performances from powerhouse singers Keyshia Cole, Sevyn Streeter, Alice Smith, and the incomparable girl group XSCAPE. 
 
“BET HER FIGHTS: BREAST CANCER” was taped Friday, October 13, 2017 at the Riverside EpiCenter in Atlanta, GA.  The broadcast will premiere on Sunday, October 22, 2017 at 7:00 P.M. ET/PT on BET Her, followed by a premiere at 10:00 P.M ET/PT on BET.
 
“BET HER FIGHTS: BREAST CANCER” will encourage women to get active, get educated, and get smart about fighting cancer, with a call to “CHECK MORE, FEAR LESS”.  Honorees include breast cancer activist Karen Eubanks Jackson, CEO of Sisters Network Inc., a powerful organization committed to increasing local and national attention to the devastating impact that breast cancer has in the African American community.  Breast cancer survivor and warrior, Ericka Hart, will also be honored for her boundless dedication to exposing the socio-political impact of breast cancer in the black community.
 
“BET HER FIGHTS: BREAST CANCER” marks the first signature event for BET’s sister network, BET HER, which launched on September 28, 2017.  BET HER is a multi-platform lifestyle brand designed to boldly celebrate the diverse and beautiful world of Black women. A 24-hour music and entertainment channel, BET HER has its finger on the pulse of an ever-changing beat and delivers compelling content that reflects, inspires and addresses the unique perspectives of Black women.  Formerly known as Centric, BET Her was rebranded to more closely align with BET’s flagship brand and connect with the channel’s mission. 
 
The taping in Atlanta was preceded by a health awareness fair for the show audience featuring representatives from local organizations including: I Will Survive Inc., Susan G. Komen of Greater Atlanta, The Center for Black Women’s Wellness, Dr. Speed’s Global Breast Health & Wellness Center and Planned Parenthood- Cobb Center.
 

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