ABC is fast emerging as the network television hub for the revival Afro-American programming.

Indeed, with shows such as ‘Scandal,’ ‘Black-Ish,’ and ‘How To Get Away With Murder’ dominating, it appears the channel is keen equalise the TV sphere by investing in more Black-led titles.

Case in point their latest pick-up ‘Uncle Buck.’

Anchored by Mike Epps and Nia Long, the series is based on the hit movie of the same name.

Uncle Buck (Epps) is a fun-loving but irresponsible guy who needs a job and a place to stay. By happy coincidence, his nieces’ and nephew’s nanny has just quit and his brother and sister-in-law need his help. His unconventional personality just may make him the right fit for the family and they may be the answer to his problems, too.

Set to debut this Fall, the first trailer for the series has been released. Watch after the jump…

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Jussie Smollett, Bryshere Gray, and Trai Byers.

Three relatively unknown names…that is until ‘Empire’ exploded into a TV phenomenon earlier this year.

The handsome actors star as the Lyon brothers on the FOX smash, which returns to screens for a second season this Fall.

Continuing the promotion for the show (which – with its charting music component – makes it a legit a 360 machine), the talented young men cover the June 2015 issue of ESSENCE magazine.

As well as posing together, Smollett, Gray, and Byers each feature on their own solo editions too.

Check ’em out above and below…

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Jennifer Hudson and Brandy look like they’ll have some Grammy winning company on season 2 of FOX’s breakaway hit ‘Empire’ in the form of Alicia Keys and Lenny Kravitz.

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Brandy‘s career has been sitting on top of the world of late thanks to a number of major moves.

Indeed, the Vocal Bible has made headlines in recent months after signing on to star in the Broadway adaptation of ‘Chicago’ and for landing her own BET sitcom called ‘Zoe Moon.’

Now, it would appear a role on music drama ‘Empire’ is on the cards for the songstress (who is also working on a new album).

After teasing involvement in the Lee Daniels drama earlier this month, the singer all but confirmed her recruitment by joining the cast at the FOX Upfront presentation today.

The press event, which is held to tout the shows on the 2015-2016 schedules, is typically only attended by the talent on the programming being promoted. And per the snaps above and below, a roll-call of ‘Empire’s stars populated every pic B-Rocka featured in; stars such as Taraji P. Henson, Jussie Smollett, Jennifer Hudson, and Timbaland – who executive produces the music on the series.

Put simply, it’s highly unlikely Ms. Norwood was there for fun. Fingers crossed a formal  announcement is made soon.

Pending then, peep more pics after the jump…

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‘Empire’ is expanding for its second season. And in more ways than one.

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Flames to dust, lovers to friends, all good things must come to an end. And for FOX talent search ‘American Idol’ that end has been confirmed.

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FOX are onto a winner with music drama ‘Empire’ and look set to make it the centrepiece of their newly announced primetime line-up.

As reported, Cookie and co will be back for a second season following the blockbuster ratings generated by the show’s first run. And if fans were worried about the wait until the season two premiere, they needn’t fret. For, despite just wrapping in March, the Lee Daniels production will be back later this year.

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Halle Berry is back for another round of extraterrestrial antics in CBS Sci-Fi hit ‘Extant.’

Produced by Steven Spielberg, the ambitious series chronicles the life of astronaut Molly Woods (Berry), who – despite being infertile – returns from a 13 month solo space expedition pregnant.

Season 2 of the series is due to descend onto the box on July 1st.

Check out the newly released sneak peek below…

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It’s official. ‘Scandal’ will be back for a fifth run.

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‘Scandal’ never looked so good!

The hit ABC drama, which is fronted by the award-winning actress Kerry Washington, has blazed back onto the small screen for a fourth outing.

We’ve been hooked, and by the looks of this season 4 /episode 22 teaser, Olivia Pope and co continue to serve up one corker of a season.

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Well, that didn’t take long.

Less than 24 hours after being confirmed, ‘Barbershop 3’s official cinema release date has been announced.

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Brandy sure knows how to juggle these jobs.

Fresh from announcing her new BET sitcom ‘Zoe Moon,’ the Vocal Bible is taking a brief break from recording her new studio album to play the role of Roxie Hart in ‘Chicago’ on Broadway.

The stint, which kicked off last month and runs until June 21st, is being backed by a major promotional push, with the latest stop being on the ‘Meredith’ show today.

Sporting a stunning pixie cut, B-Rocka dished on her role, whether she’ll let her daughter join show-business, and the persistent rumors of her starring on ‘Empire.’

The latter was particularly interesting, as the Grammy winner revealed that she’s been out to lunch with its creator Lee Daniels. Discussing a role maybe?

Check out the interview below and let us know if you want to see Ms. Norwood on the FOX smash.

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