Last night, BET Networks celebrated the season two premiere of its Lena Waithe and Halle Berry executive produced show “BOOMERANG.” Show cast members Tequan Richmond, Tetona Jackson, Lala Milan, Dime Davis, Leland B. Martin and RJ Walker were in attendance.

Lena Waithe

Following the success of Lena Waithe’s BOOMERANG first season, the half-hour subversive, smart, serialized comedy that is fielded by romance, friendship, gender politics and more returns for season two. The original cast are back to deal with the ramifications of Simone and Bryson’s breakup and how it effects the group’s friendship.

Throughout the season, each of our main characters: Simone (Tetona Jackson), Bryson (Tequan Richmond), Crystal (Brittany Inge), Ari (Leland Martin), Tia (Lala Milan) and David (RJ Walker) look inward to find out who they truly are while discovering that together, they’re growing apart. Guest stars for season two will include Jaleel White, Joey Bada$$, Walter Emmanuel Jones and Kim Wayans.

Special guests in attendance included: Terrence J, Martin Lawrence, Cameron Hamilton & Lauren Speed, Lance Gross, Kellee Stewart and more.

“BOOMERANG” season 2 premiere Wednesday, March 11^th at 10PM EST on BET.

Catch additional photos from the Season 2 premiere party below:

About Boomerang:

BOOMERANG is a half-hour subversive, smart, serialized comedy, fueled by romance, friendship, gender politics, love and, of course, sex. The story picks up roughly twenty-five years after the “Boomerang” movie and centers on Simone Graham (daughter of Marcus Graham and Angela Lewis) and Bryson Broyer (son of Jaqueline Broyer), who are marketing professionals trying to step out of their parents’ shadows. The series follows a group of childhood friends who are looking to make their own mark in the world…all while navigating their feelings for each other.

Every now and then you run into an artist you know you will never forget. Indeed they are what we would describe as “a whole mood.” Jac Ross is definitely a rising star with the pipes to prove it.

His voice is easily on par with any of R&B and neo-soul’s greats like Marvin Gaye, Teddy Pendergrass, and Musiq Soulchild. This is not a matter of opinion, in fact legendary producer, Rodney Jerkins, has declared he has a legendary voice with Jac becoming his brainchild of sorts. Recently, we attended a listening party at Atlanta’s very own “Sublime Doughnuts” to hear a few of his amazing tracks. Needless to say we were in for a treat with his vocals and his own signature doughnuts!

Jac gave us a little on his background, initially being a struggling artist from a small town in Florida. He recounted the trials and triumphs of his life including how his friend helped him meet Rodney Jerkins and how he fought with insurance companies over medical malpractice involving his daughter. “Man it’s only by God’s grace that I’m here and Although Jac is still a rising star, you can tell he has evolved, and his final transformation will be akin to the stuff dreams are made of.

The event was intimate and reminiscent of old school listening parties back in the late nineties. At the tables, guests were left with black and white pins labeled, “It’s OK To Be Black.” Coincidentally, this is the title of one of his tracks as well. “I wrote it based on my daughter. I was looking at her one day and how beautiful she is and just thought ‘it’s okay to be Black.’ …we have to deal with so much and I want her–and our children–to know they are beautiful, amazing, and to keep their heads up.” Jac performed “It’s Ok To Be Black,” but it is his song, “Misunderstood” that is our favorite song. It is definitely a vibe. It could easily be added to our personal soundtrack!

Jac Ross is an artist who should be on everyone’s radar. You can listen to and stream his music on all musical platforms. Check out more pictures from the event below:

Photo Credit: Donna Permell

On Saturday, February 29, 2020, The Legacy Center aka “The Black House” hosted the Black History Month Closeout Celebration with The African American Cultural Heritage Collection Museum Exhibit. This celebration was the last stop in Black History Month for the collection. The creator and benefactor, Eric Majette, Jr., ended his “2020 Black History Sacred Sites and Exhibit Tour” with “The Black House” family, offering a rate and intimate event that allowed the public to view and learn about historic and priceless African-American artifacts and pieces. 

(From L-R) Eric Majette Jr (Founder – The African American Cultural Heritage Collection Museum Exhibit) Kelsey Matthews (The Resource Guild) Mr. Daniel Dickey (Founder – The Resource Guild), Mariah Robinson (Legacy Center), Laini Davis (Legacy Center) and Taylor Burris (The Resource Guild) with the very last picture ever captured of Harriet Tubman

Pieces from The African American Cultural Heritage Collection Museum

Terayle Hill (Actor – “Superfly”, “The Quad”, “Being Mary Jane”) taking in a letter written by Malcolm X at the Black History Month Closeout Celebration with The African American Cultural Heritage Collection Museum

Jay Morrison (Co-Founder – Legacy Center/Tulsa Real Estate Fund), Ernestine Morrison (Co-Founder – Legacy Center/Tulsa Real Estate Fund), Eric Majette, Jr. (Founder – The African American Cultural Heritage Collection Museum Exhibit) at the Tulsa Real Estate Fund Founder’s Wall in front of a the last photograph ever taken of Harriet Tubman