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  BET has a certified hit on its hands. Being Mary Jane is the first original scripted drama for BET, and it was a gamble that has paid off. BET ordered a second season Being Mary Jane after it's 2 hour the finale — two averaged 2.6 million viewers in the first hour and 3.2 million in the second. The season finale was a series best for the drama. Being Mary Jane starring Gabrielle Union finished out its first season as the No. 1 new original scripted series on ad-supported cable for the TV season to date among adults 18-49 and women 18-49. The second season will begin

BETs' pint sized little brother, Centric, had its 2013 Upfront Presentation in Conjunction with BET this past week. It took the time to announce 2 new series joining the Centric line up, as well as the return of 6 shows , that have helped Centric remain a leading cable channel for Black Entertainment Television. Centric reminds me of family friendly, family oriented programming while BET is more traditional cable programming. As of its 2013 Upfront Presentation that trend has not changed. While the choice of new series joining the network may not thrill many people, the actress on these shows may do the trick. Read below for what 2013 will bring to Centric.  What's New...... THE FIRST FAMILY (PREMIERES APRIL 19TH @8:00PM) In a humorous twist of art imitating real life at 1600 Pennsylvania Avenue, Centric premiere a star-studded scripted comedy about a presidential African American family residing in the White House. Christoper B. Duncan is President William Joh...

*Updated 7/15/13* From music and movies to scripted television, BET is determined to remain the leading network, for black entertainment. BET has been a leader for the African American community, bringing programming that individuals of all ages can enjoy. 2013 will be no different, BET will continue broadcasting award shows, host choir competitions and the network is set to premiere 4 new shows. The network has also committed to bringing back 8 of their hit television shows, for another season. So sit back relax, and tune into BET for another year of laugh out loud comedies, heartfelt dramas, and award shows recognizing powerful people making a difference in the Black community. Breaking News 7/15/13 BET has acquired the off network syndication rights to Scandal . Season 1 and 2 will air on BET starting in August leading up the Season 3 Premiere on ABC in September. In a rare syndication deal original episodes from the upcoming third season of the Shonda ...