Growing Up Hip Hop New York

As the first all-female rap group to attain gold and platinum status, Salt-N-Pepa's legacy was secure long before landing their biggest career accomplishment to date -- a residency in Las Vegas. Preparations for what is being called their "opportunity of a lifetime" led to the ambitious decision to launch a national tour in collaboration with 1990s R&B group SWV.

This reality series explore the dynamic relationship between former WNBA basketball star Pamela McGee and her 25-year-old son, Denver Nuggets center, JaVale McGee. Famous for being domineering on and off the court, Pam is not only JaVale's mom, she's also his business manager, working to build an empire while trying to keep a tight rein on the glitz and girls that come with the life of an NBA star. Meanwhile, Pam is managing her own life, which consists of her equally fabulous single girlfriends who also have sons coming up in The League.

"Thicker Than Water" is a reality series that follows Ben and Jewel Tankard with their blended family as they live through the perils and pleasures of life. Self-dubbed the "Black Brady Bunch" this southern family integrates their strong religious conviction with their penchant for the finer things in life. Under the watchful eye of the patriarch and matriarch, the Tankard children, although grown-up, still live at home and must abide by Ben and Jewel's rules. Along with their drive, comes a healthy dose of rivalry.

Dana Cody, owner of Miami's Tippie Toes Beauty Lounge, is trying to continue a legacy begun by her mother by creating one-of-a-kind nail art for her unique and demanding clients. "Boss Nails" is a reality series that follows Cody's day-to-day activities as a no-nonsense boss to her eccentric staff, which includes cousin Paige, opinionated Yaya and resident troublemaker Rod. Cody is determined to fulfill her mother's dream by expanding her business beyond Miami, following the formula that she thinks will bring success: set the trends instead of following them.

"Selling It In The ATL" is a reality series that shines the spotlight on seven fiesty real estate agents who use their business acumen and larger-than-life personalities to close deals in the growing city. It's a seller's market as new buyers and investors flock to the ATL, embracing a new, progressive culture that is forcing the old guard to fight to remain relevant. The ladies' client lists include everyone from professional athletes to music industry executives and even foreign diplomats, which all brings its fair share of drama.

This reality series follows the drama surrounding the lives of femcee's Brianna Perry, who refuses to compromise femininity; former Crime Mob member Diamond, who hopes to expand beyond her music career; Siya, who intends to remain unique, as well as Audra Tha Rapper and Lee Mazin who's trying to make a name for themselves in hip hop. Although the music business is a competition, the featured "femcees" have built a sisterhood that they want to continue while succeeding professionally.

This 10-part wedding special follows the twists and turns of celebrity hip-hop couple Keyshia Ka’Oir and Gucci Mane as they plan for the most notorious celebrity hip-hop wedding of the year while struggling to blend their families. When you are hip-hop and Instagram royalty, wedding planning is a serious feat. With Gucci promoting his latest album and prepping for the release of his highly anticipated, tell-all autobiography, Keyshia relies heavily on her crew of close-knit celebrity girlfriends to pull off the wedding of her dreams.

"Starter Wives Confidential" follows the eventful and dramatic lives of seven women who had relationships and children with famous men prior to their wealth and success. Starring cast members Josie Harris, the ex-fiance of Floyd Mayweather, Liza Morales, the ex-girlfriend of Lamar Odom, Tashera Simmons, the ex-wife of DMX, Monica Joseph-Taylor, the ex-wife of Funkmaster Flex, Zakia Baum, the ex-girlfriend of rapper Maino, and Cheryl Caruso the ex-wife of Phil Caruso.

Social media savvy vixen India Love is not only the Westbrooks' youngest member, but also its most popular, if the measure of such acclaim is having more than 1 million Instagram followers. By chronicling their daily lives online, the sisters caught the eyes of advertisers, and now their online personalities are moving from smartphone screens to the small screen with their reality series "The Westbrooks".

The next generation of Robinsons are working at their SugarHill record label and looking to make their own stamp on history in different ways. In this reality series these voracious children, siblings, and cousins will search for the next big thing in music, help their artists develop a unique sound, and brainstorm ways to bring the label back into the public eye, all while trying to make their mark. While some of the younger family members strive to live up to their legendary name, others are busy enjoying the perks that it brings.

 "Hollywood Exes" follows a cast of women who, not coincidentally, has been friends for years and now has one another's backs more than ever before. The series stars Nicole Murphy, the ex-wife of Eddie Murphy; Mayte Garcia, the ex-wife of Prince; Jessica Canseco, the former wife of Jose Canseco; Sheree Fletcher, Will Smith's ex-spouse; Andrea Kelly, the ex-wife of R. Kelly; Shamicka Lawrence, who was married to comic Martin Lawrence; and Shanna Moakler, the former spouse of musician Travis Barker.

Vivica Fox is putting her name, money and reputation on the line to launch the ultimate ladies night experience will be an exotic male revue called Black Magic. She auditions hundreds of men before narrowing the group down to eight, but the dancers struggle to put their egos and personal drama aside and perform to the best of their abilities so that they can make the magic happen for the audience.

Cornell Haynes Jr. aka Nelly is much more than a multiplatinum hip-hop artist and a successful entrepreneur. "Nellyville" follows the life of a loving father, friend and mentor. He is raising his kids, Chanelle and Cornell, and his deceased sister's kids, Sydney and Lil Shawn, and he has a blossoming relationship with actress/model Shantel Jackson. Nelly's business ventures include a fashion line and part-ownership of the NBA's Charlotte Hornets.

Blood, Sweat, & Heels follows the lives and drama of real estate agent and former model Melyssa Ford, modeling agency owner Mica, style maven Daisy, blogger Demetria and style journalist Geneva. The go-getters may not have needed a man's help in achieving success, but they know the power of their female friends' support and are all aggressive in their pursuit of personal and career goals.

"About the Business" follows five individuals hustling in the high-stakes world of entertainment while attempting to balance career and family. The cast includes actress Eva Marcille, who invests in a luxury container-home business; model Crystal Renay, who's preparing for her A-list wedding to singer Ne-Yo; celebrity stylist EJ King, who has designs on a new career in fashion; marketing manager Danielle Crawley, who wants to launch her own casting company; and talent manager Sparkle Holmes.

"Atlanta Exes" spotlights the ex wives and past girlfriends of famous men. Starring are Tameka Raymond, the ex-wife of singer Usher who devotes herself to a charity in memory of her son; interior designer Christina Johnson, singer CeeLo Green's former wife; budding author Monyetta Shaw, ex-fiancee of singer Ne-Yo and mother of their two children; Sheree Buchanan, the ex-wife of former pro football player Ray Buchanan and a self-professed cougar; and Torrei Hart, who was married to Kevin Hart.

"Hustle In Brooklyn" is a reality series that explores the social and professional lives of some of Brooklyn's most sought after and influential personalities- from up and coming hip-hop artists to internationally known DJs to one of RocNation's protégé's. Brooklyn's influencers know that BK is where it is at but behind the bright lights of the city is the grit and grime of hard work. NYC is a city of dreams in the hope there is room for them all.

Miss Robbie took her mother's soul-food recipes and created Sweetie Pie's, an iconic St. Louis soul-food restaurant that now has multiple locations. This reality series follows Miss Robbie as she works to keep the business thriving with help from her son and business partner, Tim, and other family members. With all of the business dealings going on, Tim is busy pursuing a music career and navigating his relationship with off-and-on fiancee Jenae. Miss Robbie, who is in her 70s and has never been married, also looks for love.

This reality series follows Kym Whitley and a group of her friends that she calls "The Village" as they do something none of them has done before: Raise a baby. When Kym agreed to mentor a troubled girl, she didn't expect to get a call from a hospital telling her that "her" baby is ready. She learns that the girl she was set to mentor left the maternity ward, giving only Kym's contact information, so the actress had less than an hour to make a life-changing decision of whether or not to become the child's mother.

Everyone knows the big names in hip-hop, but not many people know the folks behind the scenes who help the artists reach stardom. This reality series profile several high-powered attorneys in the entertainment industry who help one another and sometimes throw one another under the bus to get ahead in their personal and professional lives. "Money Power Respect" shows how the lawyers deal with failed partnerships, cheating boyfriends, stolen clients and back-stabbing friends.

Baller Wives enters an exclusive world where relationships are complicated, competition is thick, and rivalries are friendly and fierce. Set amid the white sand beaches and lavish estates of Miami, the docu-reality series highlights successful professional athletes and, especially, their wives as they settle in South Florida to raise families and start the next phase of their lives.

"Ready to Love" features successful black men and women in their 30s and 40s as they go through the steps of courtship. These men and women are looking for everlasting love. The men bring their observations and experiences to the forefront as they search for true love. Thomas "Nephew Tommy" Miles hosts the show.

Rob Kardashian and Blac Chyna are engaged and have announced that they have a baby on the way. As their relationship hits a rocky patch, Rob continues on his mission to lose weight and return to good health, but Chyna's crazy moods and pregnancy cravings make it hard for him to stay focused on his goal.

WAGS Atlanta follow the lifestyles and relationships of Atlanta's hottest power couples, giving viewers a voyeuristic peek inside the exclusive world of superstar athletes and the women who are hustling and building empires by their side. Together they live life unapologetically with no boundaries, no filters and the infamous social life of Atlanta. 

WAGS Miami highlights the extravagant lifestyles and real-life drama experienced by the wives and girlfriends of star athletes. The ladies form a group to provide support, and some drama, for one another as they navigate the exclusive world of elite athletes. It's not always easy being part of the elite group, as there are rules that you need to learn when you're a WAG to maneuver and manipulate your way to the top of the food chain.

This series follows Ne-Yo's wife, Crystal Smith, Miguel's fiancée, Nazanin Mandi, Nelly's girlfriend, Shantel Jackson, singer and songwriter Eric Bellinger's wife, La'Myia Good, rapper Kid Ink's wife Asiah Azante, rapper King Los' girlfriend Lola Monroe, and Ty Dolla Sign's ex-girlfriend Alycia Bellamy as they live their first-class lifestyles with a healthy dose of drama. 

The four original members of Xscape reunite after nearly 20 years apart. Now, Kandi wants to attempt a comeback, Tiny is eager to return to the business after putting it on hold to make family her priority, LaTocha continues to push the group toward stardom, and Tamika is looking to head back to where her music career started.

Chef Lawrence Page moved his Pink Tea Cup restaurant to Brooklyn to try to bring his soul-food concept to the next level in the hopes of landing a coveted Michelin star. He and his team quickly learn that it takes more than good cooking to reach the level he wants to achieve. While running the eatery, Page has to manage cat fights, power moves and love triangles between members of his staff.

Bad Girls Club: East Meets West is the seventeenth and final season of the Bad Girls Club. A new group of diverse young women who consider themselves "bad girls" moves into the Bad Girls Club. The women spend four months sharing a house in Los Angeles and opening their interpersonal relationships to the cameras.

Basketball Wives follows the daily lives, drama-filled parties and outrageous fights that unfold between the wives, ex-wives and girlfriends of professional basketball players. With a cast that includes Shaunie O'Neal, Tami Roman, Evelyn Lozada, Jackie Christie, Malaysia Pargo and Jennifer Williams, there's never a dull moment on the home court.

“Behind Every Man” shines the spotlight on the strong Black women behind famous men we look up to and admire, focusing on the passions, struggles and sacrifices they have made to support the men they love. The series is hosted by Melody Holt with featured couples including Tammy and Kirk Franklin; singer-songwriter Ne-Yo and his wife Crystal Smith; plus Usher and his mother Jonnetta Patton and many more.

"Beyond the Pole" explores the world of some of Atlanta's most famous strippers. Although the series is about strippers, the message is more important by examining the question, "what's your life beyond the pole?" and what these women want out of life.

The "Black Ink Crew" franchise blows into the Windy City, where a passionate, ambitious group of artists hopes to find success at 9Mag, a tattoo mecca for hip-hop elites, celebrities and athletes. Owner Ryan created 9Mag as a legacy to his late sister and niece, and the shop represents a daily reminder of his past struggles and of a bright future.

Tattoo visionary Danny "KP" Kilpatrick bring together a team of talented artists for the first-ever tattoo shop in the city of Compton. Viewers have a front row seat to the daily happenings at the shop as KP learns how to manage the business and his handpicked crew. Drama ensues as the artists face pressure to succeed and fulfill not only their dreams but the dreams of their leader and his community.

Are there secrets methods to making a marriage work? By highlighting honest, emotional and sometimes awkward love stories from the black community, this docuseries tries to answer that question. By telling their stories and showing what lifelong love looks like, these couples offer proof that while it can happen for anyone, it certainly isn't easy.

"Black Ink Crew" follows the daily goings-on and associated drama at a Harlem, N.Y., tattoo empire, where a tight yet dysfunctional staff of artists serve a growing celebrity clientele. The shop is a magnet for hip-hop stars as well as pro athletes, video vixens and a who's who of urban elite. Ceaser, owner and creator of the Black Ink brand, has made the business into a New York hotspot for fresh ink.

The roller coaster ride that is Toni Braxton's life seems to continue on this reality series, in which she is joined by her sisters -- Traci, Tamar, Trina and Towanda -- and their mother, Evelyn. The tight-knit group of sisters' battle for the spotlight includes sibling rivalry and man drama. Mom referees the action as the sisters' love for one another tries to keep them together during life's trials and tribulations.

"Bridezillas" is a reality series that follows women who were perfectly normal before wedding planning took over her life. Grimly determined to realize their `dream wedding' at all costs, these out-of-control brides make the time leading up to their day of days an utter nightmare for everyone around them. In the end, they hope all the stress and meltdowns are worth it and they have the perfect wedding they've been dreaming of since they were little. Hosted by Loni Love.

This docuseries shows what the Dolls go through to get to the top of their game and, they hope, the top of their competitions. Each episode follows the dancers and their mothers as they prepare for competitions, parades and showcases. The episodes culminate in nail-biting battles against their biggest rivals. As a mentor, Miss D doesn't teach the girls just about dance, she also teaches them about the importance of a good education, persistence and positive self-worth.

Breaking from their families' drug-trafficking pasts have been long, winding, and at times unsuccessful journeys for the stars of this reality series. They are descendants of the "Cartel life," and as they navigate adulthood the effects of their legacies on their upbringings are still felt. Now disconnected from their past, each wants to be a role model outside of the drug world, but escaping the shadows of their ancestors comes with a price.

Hip-hop artist and CEO of Empire Entertainment, Lucious Lyon, has always ruled unchallenged, but a medical diagnosis predicts he will be incapacitated in three years, which prompts the sharks to circle. Without further damaging his family, he must decide which of his three sons will take over.

"Family or Fiancé" follows the dynamics between eight engaged couples who bring their disapproving families together under one roof. The families only spend three days with each other, and the clock is ticking as the couples decide if they're going to tie the knot.

The Greenleaf family, which runs sprawling Memphis megachurch Calvary Fellowship World Ministries, appears to be a loving and caring clan. Beneath the surface, though, exists scandalous secrets and lies. Greed, adultery and sibling rivalry are among the issues that threaten to test the family's faith and tear the group apart.

Growing Up Hip Hop Atlanta chronicles the lives of the children of hip hop legends in Atlanta. Bow Wow returns to Atlanta to release his first album in several years, mentoring him are surrogate fathers Snoop Dogg and Jermaine Dupri. Hoping to step out of their parents' famous shadows are members of Bow Wow's ATL crew, including Dupri's daughter Shaniah Mauldin; and Ayana Fite, the daughter of Beastie Boys mainstay DJ Hurricane and Barnes' cousin.

"Growing Up Hip Hop" documents the lives of a tight-knit group of friends, most of whom have at least one parent who is famous. Angela Simmons, the daughter of Run-D.M.C.'s Rev Run, is a model and fashion designer; Romeo Miller has followed in the footsteps of his father, Master P, in becoming a musician; entrepreneur Damon "Boogie" Dash is the son of former record executive Damon Dash.

Couples and friends in a middle-class community are the focus of this drama series by Tyler Perry. While it may seem typical, below the surface lie heartbreak and deceit, threatening everybody's well-being. With a diverse cast and storylines ranging from heartfelt to scandalous, the sexy, sleek drama.

Modern-day black women might be described as strong and confident; in other words, just the opposite of Issa and Molly. As the best friends deal with their own real-life flaws, their insecurities come to the fore as together they cope with an endless series of uncomfortable everyday experiences.

Iyanla Vanzant is an accomplished author and inspirational speaker who tries to help others improve their lives. She uses her past, in which she had to overcome obstacles and personal struggles to become stronger, in order to help others improve their futures. Secrets are revealed, truths uncovered and emotions let out as Vanzant teaches people how to pull back the curtain on what isn't working in their lives in order to fix those problems.

My New Life follows the Grammy-nominated singer Keyshia Cole on her journey to finding new love and discovering a new direction, as she prepares for the arrival of her second child. It includes appearances from her 24-year-old boyfriend Niko Khale, her son Daniel Gibson Jr., her longtime friend Marquisha Miller, and her two beautiful mothers.

This series follows little ladies who live and work in Atlanta. Feisty personalities and power struggles are among the issues that lead to drama between friends, but they're able to come together when they face the daily challenges that arise from being little people in a big city like Atlanta.

The `Love and Hip Hop' docu-soap franchise heads to Tinseltown to follow a group of rising stars and starlets fighting for their chance to make it in the entertainment capital of the world. From R&B artists and video vixens to actors, personal assistants and lovers, the series showcases the glitz and glamour of the Hollywood hip-hop music scene.

The hit docu-soap franchise `Love & Hip Hop' turns up the heat in Miami and doesn't hold back. Highlighting the bold, edgy, gorgeous and diverse city, the series delves into its rich culture while featuring tales of striving for stardom in the hip-hop, Latin and reggaeton music scenes.

They've supported their men on the road to hip-hop stardom, and the women featured in this docuseries have mostly remained in the background. Now they're looking for their share of the spotlight and a lot more respect in a largely male-dominated industry. Seasons feature a cast of returning fan favourites joined by a new crop of young, talented artists and managers hungry to make it big in the Big Apple.

In "Love & Listings," Suge Jacob Knight, son of infamous hip-hop producer Suge Knight, is determined to forge his own path and start his journey of becoming a real estate mogul in Southern California. In between closing $1 million deals, the lines between business and pleasure blur and drama ensues when celebrities look to Knight and his team of elite real estate agents to buy and sell their Hollywood dream homes.

Three high-powered African-American couples come together to help the thriving city of Huntsville, Alabama continue to grow. The couples are longtime friends and avid socialites with very strong points of view. They help the town grow with their real estate venture, the Comeback Group, as they strive to face the realities of love and marriage while striving for success.

Couples meet their potential future spouses for the first time once the bars are removed from the relationship. The way is full of bumps and some strong emotions along its rocky road, but these inmates are tasting freedom for the first time in a long while. Viewers follow along as they leave their paper and pen behind and jump straight into dating, meeting the family and experiencing other first-time moments.

"Married to Medicine Los Angeles" gives viewers an inside look into the fast-paced, elite lives of five successful women. These women include doctors and doctors' wives living in Los Angeles. These women share a special bond through the small and exclusive African-American medical community that they lean on. With such a small circle of people, there is the potential for personalities to collide.

Married To Medicine delves into the lives of female doctors and wives of doctors in Atlanta. Cameras follow the ladies as they try to juggle their careers with family lives and their social calendars. The cast of Georgia peaches include a few OB-GYNs, doctor wives, and even a dentist.

P-Valley is a drama series created by Katori Hall. The series is an adaptation of Hall's play, Pussy Valley, and follows several people who work at a strip club in the Mississippi Delta. The Pynk is a popular strip club in Mississippi, where intrigue abounds when the mysterious Autumn is welcomed by Mercedes, the dancer, and Uncle Clifford, the club's discreet owner.

Porsha anxiously prepares for her winter wonderland themed baby shower and hopes the mistakes of her disastrous gender reveal don’t rear their ugly head. With only a few weeks before Baby PJ arrives, Porsha and Dennis need to get their lives and relationship on the same page, starting with where to live.

Pose' is a dance musical that explores the juxtaposition of several segments of life and society in New York: the ball culture world, the rise of the luxury Trump-era universe, and the downtown social and literary scene. Blanca forms a `house', a self-selected family that provides support to LGBTQ youth who have been rejected by their birth families.

Three longtime couples link up with master relationship coach Dr. Nicole LaBeach to begin a grueling 9 week relationship experiment that pushes the couples to their limits. From week to week the couples are pushed outside their comfort zones to confront the question they've been too afraid to ask. The couples will finally find out if they are truly meant to be together by dating other people.

It appears James "Ghost" St. Patrick has it all, but a closer look reveals a man living a double life. When Ghost isn't tending to his Fortune 500 business, he's catering to clients of another operation: a drug empire that serves only the rich and influential. While loyal sidekick Tommy protects the cash-cow narcotics venture at all costs, Ghost's new reality is using Truth as more than a front to launder money. It's a way out of the drug game and into a legitimate life with his family, even if everything he loves becomes unknowingly threatened.

On his own for the first time, Tariq St. Patrick divides his time between school and hustling to pay for his mother's defence attorney. When he runs out of options, Tariq turns to a familiar drug game. It picks up the narrative just days after the Power finale. The sequel then follows Tariq navigating his new life, in which his desire to shed his father's legacy comes up against the mounting pressure to save his family.

The Atlanta housewives continue to live their fabulous lives in Georgia's capital city. Relationships take centre stage as usual as the ladies' love lives experience ups and downs. The sassy women's entrepreneurial spirits are also in full bloom as they juggle their personal and professional lives, along with their busy personal calendars.

Real Housewives Potomac lands in Potomac, Maryland, a community of rolling hills and gated mansions just up the Potomac River from Washington, D.C. The reality show follows several well-to-do women who are part of the exclusive society.

The world's most famous drag queen, Rupaul, plays three roles, host, judge and a mentor in this reality-competition show that aims to crown America's Next Drag Queen Superstar after contestants battle it out in various challenges.

The Harris family and their famous friends are ready to set the record straight. As T.I., Tiny, Toya, Monica, LeToya and the rest of the group face controversies, rocky relationships and family drama, they rely on one another to help weather life's storms.

After nearly losing everything, including herself, the singer is determined to turn her life around and take matters into her own hands by sharing her truth in a revealing docuseries that follows her every move. Follow Tamar Braxton's epic journey to reclaim love, reboot her music career, and reconcile with her family.

The South Side of Chicago carries daily danger, and the smallest and simplest of decisions can have life or death consequences for the residents. Life continues as the kids prep for school and their parents shuffle off to work. The young adults of the area are trying to scrape a living for themselves, while the elders sit on their front porches and observe the goings on.

This reality series explore a unique modern family that has seen its fair share ups and downs and drama, including family members with their own not-so-quiet views about Chantel and Pedro's relationship issues. Chantel's parents, Karen and Thomas, attempt to protect their family from all the drama but sometimes this backfires by pushing their children too far. There will never be a shortage of excitement with this family.

In Savannah, Ga., the Cryer family is the enviable face of success and wealth. At least that's how it appears from the outside. But within the walls of the family's opulent mansion, dysfunction and double lives threaten to destroy the Cryers' world of privilege.

Grammy winner Jermaine Dupri is back to mentor a new group of seven aspiring rappers, all between the ages of 12 and 16, who are competing to earn a recording contract with Dupri's label, So So Def Recordings. Other musical luminaries join Dupri in helping guide the youngsters throughout the season.

Tamar Braxton and Johnny Wright come to the rescue of clients whose hair has been botched by a beautician from their past; Braxton and Wright confront the stylists who are responsible for the damage; the beauticians then go through a hair boot camp.

Bruh examines dating, careers, and friendship in contemporary society for a group of college friends in their 30s. This group of "Bruhs" will examine the stereotypes of African American men and maintain their brother-like relationships, while finding love and fulfilling careers.

Sistas follows a group of single black women as they navigate the ups-and-downs of modern life, which includes careers, friendships, romances, and even social media. The comedy-drama series features Andi Barnes, an ambitious divorce lawyer, Danni King, a funny and fearless airport employee, Karen Mott, a street-smart hair salon owner, and Sabrina Hollins, a smart and stylish bank teller.

Waka & Tammy: What The Flocka chronicles the lives of Hip-hop's iconic sweethearts Waka Flocka Flame and his sassy wife, Tammy Rivera, navigate their renewed commitment to their relationship after their emotional roller-coaster on "Marriage Boot Camp."