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Will Packer Says That LAPD Was Ready to Arrest Will Smith After He Slapped Chris Rock

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As the Will Smith and Chris Rock incident continues to unfold, more details about the aftermath continue to be revealed. Some reports were later denied claiming that The Academy had asked Will Smith to leave after slapping Rock on stage. The LAPD also asked Rock if he would like to have pressed charges on Smith, to which he declined.

In a preview of an upcoming interview with Good Morning America, Will Packer says that the LAPD was “fully prepared” to arrest Will Smith after he slapped Chris Rock on stage.

“They were saying, you know, this is battery, was a word they used in that moment. They said we will go get him. We are prepared. We’re prepared to get him right now. You can press charges, we can arrest him,” Packer said of the situation. “They were laying out the options. And as they were talking, Chris was — he was being very dismissive of those options. He was like, ‘No, no, no, I’m fine.’ And even to the point where I said, ‘Rock, let them finish.’ The LAPD officers finished laying out what his options were, and they said, ‘Would you like us to take any action?’ And he said ‘no.’ He said ‘no.’” 

You can watch the preview for the interview below. The interview airs on GMA today.

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Will Packer Says That LAPD Was Ready to Arrest Will Smith After He Slapped Chris Rock

Will Packer

As the Will Smith and Chris Rock incident continues to unfold, more details about the aftermath continue to be revealed. Some reports were later denied claiming that The Academy had asked Will Smith to leave after slapping Rock on stage. The LAPD also asked Rock if he would like to have pressed charges on Smith, to which he declined.

In a preview of an upcoming interview with Good Morning America, Will Packer says that the LAPD was “fully prepared” to arrest Will Smith after he slapped Chris Rock on stage.

“They were saying, you know, this is battery, was a word they used in that moment. They said we will go get him. We are prepared. We’re prepared to get him right now. You can press charges, we can arrest him,” Packer said of the situation. “They were laying out the options. And as they were talking, Chris was — he was being very dismissive of those options. He was like, ‘No, no, no, I’m fine.’ And even to the point where I said, ‘Rock, let them finish.’ The LAPD officers finished laying out what his options were, and they said, ‘Would you like us to take any action?’ And he said ‘no.’ He said ‘no.’” 

You can watch the preview for the interview below. The interview airs on GMA today.

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BET+ Streaming Service Coming With The Help of Tyler Perry Studios

BET+ Streaming Service Coming This Fall, Tyler Perry Studios On-Board

Source: BET Networks / Viacom

There have been rumblings that BET was planning on launching its own streaming service. Today (June 24) the Viacom owned network has confirmed that BET+ is indeed coming this fall and Tyler Perry, as well as other big names, are on board to supply original content.

The news of Perry’s studio involvement with the service comes fresh on the heels of receiving the Ultimate Icon Award at last night’s 2019 BET Awards. When BET+ launches this fall, potential subscribers can look forward to tons of African American-focused-on-demand content. The service will include a “curated” library of videos from the network as well as new online-only originals like a new White House focused drama The Oval that will debut under the director’s multi-year content partnership with BET.

Speaking on his new partnership with BET, Perry added:

“In our industry, the way people consume content is constantly evolving. I’ve paid attention to my audience and what works for them and, for that reason, I’m very excited not only about the idea of partnering with BET to create new and exciting content but also about the idea of giving people a personalized experience through the ability to curate the content they love to consume. On a personal level, this will also be the first time I’ll be working in areas like unscripted and variety television, which will afford me the opportunity to work in fresh, creative ways with new voices and to discover new talent.”

Perry is not alone, Girls Trip screenwriter Tracy Oliver will be developing the first BET+ original, a 10 episode scripted modern television remake of the film First Wives Club that will launch with the service. The show will replace the stars of the 1996 film which included Goldie Hawn, Bette Midler, and Daine Keaton with Jill Scott(Why Did I Get Married), Ryan Michelle Bathe(This is Us, Empire) and Michelle Buteau(Isn’t It Romantic).

Also onboard is Will Packer the man behind the blockbuster movie franchises like Ride Along and Think Like A Man on top of BET’s deep library of shows, and documentaries that weren’t available on streaming services.

Pricing details have not released, but you can look for BET+ on Android and iOS devices like the Samsung Galaxy, iPhone, and iPad this fall. Are you excited for another streaming service? Let us know in the comment section below.

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Tune In: Will Packer Launches New Interactive Live Stream Series About Twitter, On Twitter

Power Star Live

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In two weeks, Will Packer Media will launch a new half-hour live stream series about Twitter, on Twitter. Power Star Live will highlight the week’s best in comedy, conversations, and culture and viewers will be encouraged to engage in real time so, get ready.

Via press release, Will Packer announced “Power Star Live will cultivate the most creative and impactful content from the powerful social culture that drives Twitter. This show will be a platform that showcases the influence of the varied and diverse users on Twitter and how they impact comedy, music, the arts and pop culture.” The press release goes on to state the series will deliver commentary on the week’s top community and entertainment news, viral Tweets, outrageous memes, and clap backs while highlighting black excellence and keeping receipts on Twitter content.

Power Star Live will be hosted by GlobalGrind.com‘s very own entertainment editor Xilla Valentine as well as comedian Jessie Woo, with guest hosts rotating weekly.  Will Packer, Jaime Primak Sullivan, and Will Packer Media’s Kelly Smith will executive produce.

Global VP & Head of Content Partnerships at Twitter Kay Madati said they are “thrilled” about the new show. “We hope people who watch feel not only entertained and seen, but also inspired and empowered.” Tune in on Wednesday, February 6 at 4 p.m. for the first episode.

Photo: Pete Monsanto

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