3 Seconds of Fame on BET’s Apollo Live

I had my 3 seconds of fame last weekend as the Apollo Live taping I attended this summer aired on BET following the Soul Train Awards.

Apollo Live is a revival of the classic talent showcase series hosted by Tony Rock.  The celebrity judges include Gladys Knight, Doug E. Fresh, and New Edition’s Michael Bivins.

I was able to attend as a BET summer intern. It was great to get to see the production side of things even though I look a bit crazy unkept after a long day of work!

J TV: Chris Brown On “This Is How I Made It”

On MTV’s most recent episode of This is How I Made It Chris Brown talks about his life growing up, when he got his big break and struggles he’s had to endure as he worked his way up in the music business. (iluvlola)

It’s not easy to produce a unique or interesting interview with big name celebrities because it often feels as if we’ve heard it all before.  Once a very vigilant Chris Brown fan, I was still surprised by some of the things he shared about his life path.  I love hearing how singers got their start and the thought process behind pivotal moments in their careers. It was definitely a good look for Chris too. I may need to start tuning into this show!

This Is How I Made It airs Saturdays on MTV at 12P. Find more information here.

MTV News is pleased to introduce ‘This Is How I Made It,’ a brand new, inspirational half-hour documentary series that focuses on MTV’s favorite celebrities and how they traveled down that tough road to success. 

The mission of the series is to reveal the intimate details and personal stories behind each celebrity’s path to fame to provide a road map to success for their millennial fans. Chronicling the moments they first realized their passion and detailing all of the sacrifices and setbacks they faced along the way. Every celebrity story is told through an intimate first person narrative aimed at inspiring our viewers, while giving them sound advice that can be applied to their own lives and dreams. In the end, each story is a testament that hard work and perseverance always pays off.