BET Current: Who Was Sarah Baartman? 5 Things to Know About the Woman They Called the ‘Hottentot Venus’

04/02/2025

She was exploited, displayed, and dehumanized — but Sarah Baartman’s story is one every generation needs to confront.

More

ADVERTISEMENT

Watching

01:08

BET Current: Disney Cancels 'Tiana' Series

Disney has quietly scrapped its long-awaited ‘Tiana’ series, which was set to continue the story of the beloved princess from The Princess and the Frog.
03/07/2025
01:17

BET Current: Anika Noni Rose Speaks Out After Disney Scraps ‘Tiana’ Series

The original voice of Princess Tiana urged fans to rally behind the upcoming ‘Tiana’ special.
03/13/2025
01:07

BET Current: Dawn Robinson, Former En Vogue Member, Talks Homelessness

The singer says she’s not looking for sympathy but wants to share her journey of resilience and self-discovery.
03/20/2025
01:19

BET Current: Lil’ Kim Pens Heartfelt Tribute to Voletta Wallace

The rapper reflected on her evolving bond with Biggie’s mother.
03/21/2025
01:19

BET Current: Will Smith Names His Top Four ‘Prolific Actors of All Time,’ Including Himself

The Academy Award winner also named three other actors who've gotten the gold.
03/25/2025
01:18

BET Current: Shonda Rhimes Says ‘Grey’s Anatomy’ Cast Is ‘Still Traumatized’ by Isaiah Washington Controversy

The actor used a homophobic slur in reference to cast mate Patrick Dempsey, leading to his firing from the hit series.
03/25/2025
01:14

BET Current: Marlon Wayans Talks Possibility of Creating New Family Show

The actor-comedian says it would be “fun” to start a new show similar to ‘In Living Color.’
04/01/2025
01:27

BET Current: Who Was Sarah Baartman? 5 Things to Know About the Woman They Called the ‘Hottentot Venus’

She was exploited, displayed, and dehumanized — but Sarah Baartman’s story is one every generation needs to confront.
04/02/2025
01:28

BET Current: Wendy Williams Tearfully Speaks to Protestors Supporting End to Her Guardianship

The media personality admitted that she “can't trust a lot of people.”
04/08/2025
01:22

BET Current: Ice Cube Inks Deal for Fourth ‘Friday’ Movie

The legendary rapper and filmmaker reunites with Warner Bros. and New Line for the first ‘Friday’ movie in over 20 years.
04/09/2025
01:17

BET Current: 'A Goofy Movie' Director Reflects on Film's Enduring Impact in the Black Community

Kevin Lima, director of the 1995 Disney classic, discusses how the film has become a cultural touchstone, stating it "lives in the DNA" of Black audiences. ​
04/10/2025
01:01

BET Current: Marsai Martin Thinks Her ‘Black-ish’ Character Would Attend an HBCU

The actress predicted that her former character, Diane Johnson, would attend an HBCU.
04/14/2025
01:25

BET Current: Spike Lee Reveals How Memes Inspired A$AP Rocky’s Casting Opposite Denzel Washington in Upcoming Film

The rapper stars in Lee’s reinterpretation of ‘High and Low.’
04/25/2025
You may also like5 Videos
Trailer
00:30

Family Fun Night Trailer
Tyler Perry's House Of PayneS11

It's twice the laughs with back-to-back episodes of Tyler Perry's House of Payne and Tyler Perry's Assisted Living, airing Tuesdays at 9/8c on BET.
03/26/2025
Trailer
00:30

BET 45: Forty-Five and Forward
56th NAACP Image Awards

BET celebrates 45 years of bringing Black culture and creativity to the spotlight.
02/12/2025
Trailer
00:30

Tyler Perry's The Oval Season 6 Trailer
Tyler Perry's The OvalS6

The gloves are off and Hunter will stop at nothing to reclaim his role as commander in chief on The Oval Season 6, airing Tuesdays at 9/8c on BET.
01/08/2025
Trailer
01:00

For the Fellas All-New Episode Trailer
For the FellasS1

Vic Mensa, Woody McClain, Rajah Caruth and DJ Brian Henry sit down for a talk at Morehouse College on a special live episode presented by Walmart, streaming November 22 on BET.com.
11/18/2024
Trailer
00:30

Shop With BET: Where Culture Meets Commerce Trailer
Tyler Perry's SistasS8

KJ Smith helps take the guesswork out of holiday shopping by showcasing Black-owned and exclusive brands, airing Wednesday at 10/9c on BET.
11/13/2024