Sponsors Boycott Offensive BET Series ‘Hot Ghetto Mess’
State Farm Insurance Company and Home Depot have asked BET to drop their ads from “Hot Ghetto Mess.” Debuting July 25, ‘Hot Ghetto Mess,’ is a series that critics claim puts black stereotypes on display.
The six-episode series will be hosted by comedian Charlie Murphy (”Chappelle’s Show”).
Is my goal to discuss these issues in a format and context that makes people who don’t watch the channel comfortable or do it in a way that engages the 18- to 34-year-old viewer and makes them really think about these things?” says Reginald Hudlin, BET entertainment president.
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