“Black Pop: Celebrating the Power of Black Culture” Premieres June 19 on E!

“Black Pop: Celebrating the Power of Black Culture” Premieres June 19 on E!

In this series, produced by E! in association with NBC News Studios and Unanimous Media, we examine how the impact of Black culture in fields such as music, television, sports, and film is more than just a fad. The two-night special event “Black Pop: Celebrating the Power of Black Culture,” executive produced by Stephen Curry and narrated by La La Anthony, will premiere on June 19 at 8PM ET/PT.

From the gospel roots of Mahalia Jackson to the Motown sound, the 50th anniversary of hip-hop, the undeniable impact of Black culture on fashion, television pioneers like Diahann Carroll and Oprah Winfrey, sporting greats like Sugar Ray Leonard and Laila Ali, the development of Black films, and the pivotal talents that paved the way will all be honored at this special event.

Check out a teaser trailer below

Who features in the series

“Black Pop” features an array of celebrities such as Erika Alexander, Laila Ali, Jabari Banks, Da Brat, Tamar Braxton, Erica Campbell, Nick Cannon, Misty Copeland, Laverne Cox, Stephen Curry, Victor Cruz, Dapper Dan, Dominique Dawes, D-Nice, Cedric the Entertainer, Scott Evans, Vivica A. Fox, Charlamagne Tha God, Tamron Hall, Kevin Hart, H.E.R., Luke James, Coco Jones, Sugar Ray Leonard, Marsai Martin, Ne-Yo, Will Packer, Nina Parker, Billy Porter, Sheryl Lee Ralph, Wendy Raquel Robinson, Amber Ruffin, Stephen A. Smith, Justin Sylvester, Blair Underwood, Tank and more as they share their stories of achievements in music, television, sports and film, canonizing these moments as the some of the greatest in pop culture history.

UPCOMING EPISODES DETAILS:

“Black Pop: Music” Premieres June 19 @ 8PM ET/PT

The rhythm of America has always been found in black music. But beyond the cool production and catchy lyrics, there’s a story of liberation and a connection to a deep past. Discover how Black music has shaped global culture for over 50 years, from the soulful era of Motown to the artistry of pop star royalty, and hear the full story of Black America’s hope, triumphs, and unity.

“Black Pop: Television” Premieres June 19 @ 9PM ET/PT

It took a while, but the influence of the Black experience on television is now unquestionable. The journey from the golden age of sitcoms like “Good Times” and “The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air” to the cutting edge of shows like “Scandal,” “Insecure,” “Pose,” and “Abbott Elementary” is examined in this episode. It’s a triumphant ode to the unapologetic presence of Black America in television and the progress toward genuine portrayal.

“Black Pop: Sports” Premieres June 20 @ 8PM ET/PT

Black athletes like Stephen Curry, Sugar Ray Leonard, Laila Ali, and Allyson Felix have proven time and time again why they deserve the title of “greatest of all time.” This episode explores the ways in which Black athletes not only shape American culture but also shift it, from breaking barriers to setting trends and negotiating deals.

“Black Pop: Film” Premieres June 20 @ 9PM ET/PT

African Americans have always been an integral part of the American film industry. It wasn’t always simple, but filmmakers like Will Packer, “Waiting to Exhale,” “Set it Off,” and “Friday” and even “Get Out” found ways to make audiences laugh and think. This episode explores the undeniable impact that Black cinematic excellence has had on popular culture.

Who is making the series

“Black Pop” is produced by NBC News Studios and Unanimous Media with Stephen Curry, Erick Peyton, and Melissa Haizlip serving as executive producers. Charlise Holmes and Reniqua Allen-Lamphere serve as co-executive producers.

• Black Pop: Celebrating the Power of Black Culture: Film (E! Tuesday June 20, 2023)

• Black Pop: Celebrating the Power of Black Culture: Sports (E! Tuesday June 20, 2023)

• Black Pop: Celebrating the Power of Black Culture: Music (E! Monday June 19, 2023)

• Black Pop: Celebrating the Power of Black Culture: Television’ (E! Monday June 19, 2023)

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