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Andre Harrell Tribute Airs May 24th Featuring Diddy, Chris Rock, Mariah Carey & More

We recently lost music exec, Andre Harrell aka Mr. Champagne and Bubbles. His impact on the entertainment industry was profound. A tribute in his honor will feature special guests including Diddy, Chris Rock, Mariah Carey, Naomi Campbell, Jamie Foxx, Babyface, Lee Daniels, Robin Thicke, Clarence Avant and more. Andre Hall’s tribute will simulcast on BET, Revolt TV, All iONE, and Fox Soul. The special airs Sunday, May 24, 2020, at 6 pm CT.

Andre Harrell, Sean Combs & Russell Simmons

Andre Harrell, Sean Combs & Russell Simmons

His Uptown Records label gave start to Sean “Diddy” Combs, who went on to become one of Hip Hop’s biggest moguls. Harrell helped build the careers of Mary J. Blige, Heavy D & the Boyz, Jodeci, Al B. Sure, Anthony Hamilton, The Lost Boyz, Teddy Riley, and Guy. In the mid-nineties, while president and CEO of Motown, Harrell oversaw the careers of Stevie Wonder, Diana Ross, and Queen Latifah.

Harrell expanded into films and television as well. He executive produced two movies Strictly Business starring Halle Berry and Honey starring Jessica Alba. The first leading role for these women of color. His executive touch also birthed the hit television drama New York Undercover starring Malik Yoba, Michael DeLorenzo, and Lauren Velez.

Andre Harrell, before passing, partnered with BET and Jesse Collins Entertainment to develop a 3-part miniseries on the rise of Uptown Records. Stay mixed in for more updates on the series when it launches…

Many celebs know Andre as the life of the party. When his day came, Andre said, “Listen, if they ain’t playing Frankie Beverly and Maze’s “Before I Let Go” at my funeral, guess what, I ain’t going.” He said, “I don’t want a funeral. I want a party!” Therefore his life tribute will be one epic party. Tune in to watch Andre Hall’s tribute on Sunday, May 24, 2020, at 6 pm CT. Fans will be able to watch commercial-free on BET, BET Jams, BET Soul and REVOLT TV while streaming on all iONE digital brands, and on Fox Soul or via the Fox Soul App.

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