BET is not a Black-owned network, but Variety recently reported that Tyler Perry is in talks with Paramount to buy the majority stake in BET. His stake would include BET, VH1, BET Studios and BET+. Perry is not the only Black businessman to throw his hat into the ring. A spokesperson for Byron Allen stated that the Allen Media Group founder is “interested in buying BET, and he will be pursuing the acquisition of the network.” REVOLT owner, Diddy, has also expressed his interest.
In this clip, Karen Hunter Show and Dr. Sunn m’Cheaux debate who should take the helm.
About Dr. Sunn m’Cheaux
Sunn m’Cheaux (pronounced sʌn mɪˈʃˈo͡ʊ) is a Gullah/Geechee Charleston, SC “binya” (native) speaker. He teaches Gullah in the African Language Program. He’s also fluent in various Afro-Caribbean creoles, including Bahamian Creole English and Jamaican Patois. Sunn is an artist, activist, and social commentator for whom representation and preservation of Gullah/Geechee culture, language and people are integral to his work.
