Byron Allen launches bid for Paramount’s BET
Byron Allen is reportedly interested in acquiring the BET Media Group from Paramount Global, according to a new report.
Allen Media Group (Entertainment Studios) is an American mass media company founded by businessman and comedian Byron Allen. The company operates Allen Media Broadcasting, which owns around three dozen broadcast television stations across the country. Allen Media Group also operates the Weather Channel, The Grio, This TV, ES.TV, Pets.TV, Comedy.TV, Recipe.TV and other digital media brands. The company is based in Los Angeles.
Byron Allen is reportedly interested in acquiring the BET Media Group from Paramount Global, according to a new report.
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