• WorldScreen.com, Monday, April 21, 2008 11:15 AM

BET Networks is adding lifestyle shows, an animated series and election-focused programming to its slate. The new original series for the network include "The Black Panther," a cartoon about the first black superhero, and "Brutha," a docudrama that follows five brothers in a singing group. They will join returning fare like "American Gangster," "Sunday Best" and "Baldwin Hills." And BET is also rolling out a new multi-platform effort to encourage black youth to participate in the presidential election process called YOU(th) Vote!

"As the number one media destination for African-Americans and consumers of black culture, BET Networks offers our audience an engaging and relevant experience that truly resonates with them," says Debra Lee, CEO. "We continue to make strides in our original programming and digital offerings, and are further strengthening our commitment to providing quality content wherever our audience wants it."

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