Play, Party & Get Paid! VH1 has announced the launch of “Celebrity Squares,” hosted by comedian and actor DC Young Fly.
According to the press release, the series, executive produced by Kevin Hart for Hartbeat and Jesse Collins Entertainment, is a modern twist on the classic game show format featuring Black pop culture trivia.
“Celebrity Squares” will bring two contestants together to play Tic-Tac-Toe, banking cash, and prizes along the way.
The player with the most money in their bank at the end of the game will move on to the bonus round for a chance to win a $10,000 cash prize.
The series will offer 20 fun and spontaneous half-hour episodes featuring celebrity guests like Babyface, Bobby Brown, Kirk Franklin, Bresha Webb, Luenell, Taye Diggs, Tiffany Haddish, and more.
Tiffany Lea Williams, Executive Vice President, of Unscripted Programming and Development of BET said:
We’re thrilled to announce our partnership with Hartbeat and Jesse Collins Entertainment for this exciting new project.
This show offers a fresh interpretation of the iconic Hollywood Squares format, with a focus on celebrating black pop culture.
With DC Young Fly’s laugh-out-loud humor, it promises to deliver a fun and exhilarating viewing experience. We look forward to bringing it to our audience.
DC Young Fly took to social media to share his excitement about his new gig.
All ima say is GOD is the greatest and get all the glory!!! 🙏🏾💪🏾🤎 When yal watch this show I want you to understand my mindset and what I was dealing with during each and every show!!!
Losing my girl not bein home for 2 weeks wit my kids.. missing my baby girl b day… I almost told them no jus because I’m still tryin to adjust.. but something told me to go do it something said go smile and work hard and show the world the strength GOD has granted you!!!!
And wen I say this show issss bout to be some of my best work as a host 💪🏾 I can’t wait for yal to see all 20 episodes and deseee maf*****as funnny and entertaining!!!!
@kevinhart4real u a big Brudda and thank u for believing in me @jessecollinsent Preciate yal for havin a family-oriented energy on set cause I needed that💪🏾 jus kno my GOD ain’t done wit me yet and I’m not done givin my all for the mission #StayPrayedUp #GODIsTheBestHealerIKnow #NoDayzOff
#HostingHustle #BoutToGetInMySteveHarveyBag
OCTOBER 17th it’s goin downnnn 📺
Additional “Celebrity Squares” guests include:
Additional celebrity guests include: Affion Crockett, Alesha Renee, Amanda Seales, Amin Joseph, Ashley Darby, B Simone, Big Freedia, Bobby Lytes, Brandee Evans, Brian Jordan Jr., Carl Anthony Payne, Chico Bean, Christian Keyes, Crystal Hayslett, D-Nice, Deon Cole, Desi Banks, Devale Ellis, Earthquake, Eva Marcille, Evelyn Lozada, Flau’Jae Johnson, Funny Marco, Jasmin Brown, Jason Lee, Jess Hilarious, Kamillion, K Michelle, Karlous Miller, Karrueche, Kel Mitchell, Kendra G, Keshia Knight-Pulliam, Kevin Frazier, Kevonstage, KJ Smith, Kym Whitley, Lance Gross, Lil Duval, Lil Fizz, Loni Love, Malcolm Barrett, Mark Tallman, Marlo Hampton, Moniece, Na’im Lynn, Nene Leaks, Niena Drake, Pretty Vee, Princess Love, Ray J, Safaree, Saucy Santana, Skyh Black, Shay Johnson, Sinqua Walls, Spice, Spice Adams, Sukihana, Tamar Braxton, Tami Roman, Terrance J, Tisha Campbell, Tommy Davidson, Yandy Smith-Harris and Zellswag.
Watch the teaser below.
Do you plan to check out “Celebrity Squares” when it premieres on Tuesday, October 17 at 8 pm ET/PT on VH1?
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