BET's Michael Jackson Coverage Of Memorial Tuesday

BET serves up a full day of coverage titled Michael Jackson: In Remembrance starting with an encore episode of 106 & Park at 9a ET with Jackson videos and more; at 1030a ET, BET will re-air Forever the King: A Tribute to Michael Jackson followed by an encore airing of Don't Stop 'Til You Get Enough: Michael Jackson Special at 11a ET. BET's News team will begin its live memorial coverage at 12p to 4p ET from both L.A. and New York with BET News correspondent Jina Johnson joined by guest reporters Lola Ogunnaike and April Woodard. Later today, BET will re-air Don't Stop 'Til You Get Enough: Michael Jackson Special at 4p ET and 106 & Park with more tributes to Jackson at 6p ET.

Humor Mill TV- One One One With... G-Thang!

This week the Humor Mill TV catches up with comedian G-Thang outside the Improv Comedy club in Hollywood. Being interviewed by comedian Red Grant, things just get crazy! Check out the interview here!

Trailer- Tyler Perry's I Can Do Bad All By Myself

Here is the latest film from Tyler Perry titled I Can Do Bad All By Myself which stars Tyler Perry, Taraji P. Henson, Adam Rodriguez, Brian White and Mary J Blige. The film hits the theaters on September 11th.

Stay tuned right here for the news as it comes!

BET Exec Responds To 2009 BET Awards Backlash

*****UPDATED******Due to the overwhelming response we heard from our readers and viewers because of the Michael Jackson Tribute at the 2009 BET Awards, and due to the major uproar being steered towards the network, we reached out to BET for a response- and got one from a very high level executive at BET.

If you have not heard by now, an open letter was written to the network by Director and Activist Byron Hurt, and it has been posted to several major websites. Hurt, the letter’s author, complained about many things, from the performances, specifically Lil’ Wayne’s to much more. He states in his letter that “it’s sad and unfortunate that your network, owned by Viacom, continues to crank out mediocrity and perpetuate negative stereotypes of black men, women, and children.” The letter has continued to circulate around the internet, and finally has garnered a response from the Executive who wishes to remain anonymous.

The Exec does address many concerns that you have emailed us about, and first and foremost he responds to the lack of attendance from certain people who were not present for the BET Awards, which was supposed to be a tribute to Michael Jackson who passed away two days earlier. He States, “Berry Gordy, Diana Ross... Too distraught to make live public appearances. Usher, Omarion, Justin (Timberlake)... All in Europe. At the end of the day, not everyone can adjust their schedules or emotions. HOWEVER it should be noted that we (BET) did NOT call Janet (Jackson) to participate; we respected their call for privacy. Her folks called us and we are honored... and are proud to say that the family enjoyed our upbeat, humorous, heartfelt tribute. THAT'S what matters.”

On the performances, especially Lil Wayne’s, the Exec continues on by saying, “… We appreciate the support of folks and are proud to have done this show, and pay tribute to Michael Jackson AND salute regular folks doing super-regular things; The 3 doctors from Newark... Mayor James Young from Philadelphia, MS, and the folks from Food From The Hood who are growing and selling their own vegetables... And making money for their college education. There was really so much positive in this show that I wish folks would focus on. If it helps, we fully admit the girls on Young Money was unplanned and regrettable. Wayne's heart was in the right place (trying to please his daughter) even if the execution wasn't.”

It should also be noted that the Executive has assured us that BET has plans to produce a show dedicated to Michael Jackson in the very near future.

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BET's Michael Jackson Tribute That Never Aired!

Still upset that BET didn't have a proper tribute to Michael Jackson? Well, our sources told us that they ran out of time! But if they had the time they would have broadcast this tribute that they produced specifically for the show.

Skank Robbers Featuring Jamie Foxx & Martin Lawrence

If you got a chance to see the 2009 BET Awards, then you got a chance to see a comedy skit that Jamie Foxx premiered during the show that featured Foxx and comedic actor Martin Lawrence. For those of you who don't know, the skit was made in preparation for the show BUT Foxx has a comedy sketch show he is prepping for broadcast this fall. This sketch was just a sample. Enjoy!

VIBE Magazine FOLDS!

We just discovered from a very reliable source- and it was confirmed through our other sources- that VIBE Magazine has folded. If you recall, VIBE was started in 1993 by music producer Quincy Jones, and grew to one of the leading music magazines in the game today. Anyway, in a meeting today the employees were all informed of the doors closing. No word on what there last issue will be to hit the stands, but we think there will be three more issues published and that will be it.

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Pepa In A New Comedy Reality Series

We just discovered that there is a new comedy series being developed for television. Once again the VH1 Network is launching this comedy series with Hip Hop legend Sandra “Pepa” Denton of the infamous group ‘Salt N Pepa’.

As you know ‘Salt N’ Pepa’ is a Grammy Award-winning group from Queens, New York that came onto the music scene in 1985. Salt N’ Pepa’ sold over 15 million albums and singles worldwide and are one of the top selling rap acts, either male or female.

Well now fast forward to 2009, and Cheryl "Salt" James is married and a Born Again Christian while her partner Pepa is still single and searching for love, and in steps VH1 with a new reality series which is a real-life comedy with eight 30 minute episodes about Pepa searching for love. The show is set to debut in the fall.

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Stand Up Comedy Special- Melanie Comarcho

Here is a clip of a stand-up performance of comedian Melanie Comarcho as she lets us know why women turn the lights off during sex. This clip is from the Katthouse Comedy DVD available everywhere.

Jamie Foxx Has New Sketch Comedy For MTV

Another breaking news story we have just discovered is that comedian/singer and actor Jamie Foxx is not done with his television ventures in the comedy world, he is about to launch a new comedy sketch show on MTV. So far the show is yet to be titled but MTV says that the show is going to be pushed as the next generation of In Living Color, the show that was originally broadcast on the then new FOX network. Right now the show is currently in development, with no word YET on who will star in the show. The show is being produced by FoxxKing Entertainment. Jamie Foxx will next be seen as the Host of the 2009 BET Awards and is about to star in Law Abiding Citizen along with Gerald Butler (of 300 fame).

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Martin Lawrence Breaks Out With His Own Animated Series & More!

News is breaking out all over the internet of what we reported several months ago about Martin Lawrence developing an animated series for the FOX network. As we originally reported the show is based on his experiences growing up in Washington D.C. and Prince George's County, MD.

Today the Hollywood Reporter also confirmed that the show will follow the adventures of 13-year-old Martin as he comes of age in the D.C. area. (Does Everybody Hates Chris come to mind here?)

Anyway, the show is going to be produced by 20th Century Fox TV and written by Rodney Barnes, who was a co-executive producer of 'Til Death, Everybody Hates Chris and the animated The Boondocks. Barnes, like Martin, grew up in Maryland.

But that’s not all; it looks like his production company Runtelldat Productions has several other projects up it’s sleeve- one is a single-camera series for the Starz Network that revolves around an interracial family. The other show a multi-camera family comedy set at a funeral home that is not yet picked up by any network.

The inter-racial show is about a white guy from a trailer park who marries a well-to-do black woman. It's based on the real-life experiences of comedian Gary Owen, the only white comedian to host BET's Comic View and a featured comic on the Starz program Martin Lawrence Presents 1st Amendment Stand-Up.

Stay tuned for more on this shortly.

Codeblack About To Launch New Comedy Series

Our sources have discovered that Codeblack Entertainment is jumping into the comedy game heavily. Here is what we have discovered; besides the new comedy series currently on Showtime titled The All Star Comedy Jam hosted by Cedric The Entertainer, and the filming of the second installment of the series to be filmed at the upcoming 13th annual American Black Film Festival, we have heard that Codeblack is looking to launch a 10 episode comedy series that will be 30 minute specials highlighting fresh new comedy faces. No word yet on what network it will debut on, but our money is that there is a good shot of it debuting on Showtime.

Codeblack teamed up with basketball legend Shaquille O'Neal to present the All-Star Comedy Jam series. The series recaptures the spirit of past successful franchises like The Kings of Comedy series, and features some of today's hottest urban comics. It also provides the up-and-coming comedians with an opportunity to showcase their creativity and perform alongside the stalwarts of comedy.


For more info stay tuned! Questions or comments? Email thehumormail.info@gmail.com

The Tonight Show Great Ed McMahon Passes Away

This morning we received news that another great in the comedy and entertainment industry has passed away; Mr. Ed McMahon. Probably best known as Johnny Carson's sidekick on the Tonight Show, he has died at age 86, according to his publicist.
McMahon died just past midnight at Ronald Reagan UCLA Medical Center, agent Howard Bragman said.

The Red Grant Issue! Red Grant Interviews Red Grant!

In this issue we have Red Grant interview Red Grant and we are at the Red Carpet of the comedy film Dance Flick! Plus we have a spotlight on Mos Def, Anguz Black and Carmen Barton, and our music review, movie reviews and more! Click on the cover to the FAR RIGHT to open the new issue!!!