Lifetime’s 'BAPs' Series Premieres Wednesday, July 23

Lifetime family docu-series BAPs, premiering Wednesday, July 23, at
10 p.m. ET/PT on Lifetime. Photo by Richard Knapp. Copyright 2014

Lifetime’s new docu-series BAPs pulls back the curtain on an exclusive, privileged and affluent group of African-American friends from St. Louis who are self-proclaimed “BAPs”— Black American Princesses and Princes. BAPs follows these lifelong friends who are educated, sophisticated and believe being a BAP in today’s world is a birthright.  The show premieres on Wednesday, July 23 at 10 p.m. ET/PT.

Each hour-long episode of BAPs follows a circle of friends that is always dressed to the nines, with egos in tow and isn’t afraid to share opinions about men and each another.

There is no shortage of conflict, humor and heart that comes along with being a part of this tight-knit clique,which includes, Anisha, Kristen, Gina, Jason, Riccarda and Brandon.

Together, this group, whose dynamic can change from best friends to frenemies at the drop of a hat, attends St. Louis’ elite fashion shows, the symphony and charity events… but no occasion is conflict-free. Competing to be the most successful and most beautiful person in their circle is sure to bind and divide them, especially when Anisha’s boyfriend, Kendrick,and his niece, Rai-Rai are the anti-BAPs.

This Wednesday, the BAPs host a welcome home party for one of their own, but things go south when two long-time “frenemies” Kristen and Anisha battle it out over Kristen calling Anisha a bad mother. Before the night is through, there will be insults, jabs, and even spit, because BAPs may be like a family, but even families fight..

Check out a sneak peak of the series below:

Michael Sam Docuseries Coming to OWN

Michael Sam was picked on the 7th round of the
NFL draft on Saturday.

OWN has greenlit a documentary series that will follow Michael Sam, the first openly gay player in the NFL.

The Untitled Michael Sam Project will follow Sam, who was taken by the St. Louis Rams in the seventh round of the NFL Draft, as he attempts to enter the world of professional football.

“We are honored that Michael is trusting us with his private journey in this moment that has not only made history but will shape it forever,” said CEO Oprah Winfrey. “I am proud of the focus on authentic storytelling in our new documentary series format. The next real-life story we follow in The Untitled Michael Sam Project promises to spark valuable, important discussion on life in America today. Acceptance and illumination start here.”

The Untitled Michael Sam Project is produced with OWN by Pilgrim Studios and is executive produced by Craig Piligian, Nicholas Caprio and Johnny Gould. Amy Rice, Ralph Wikke and Mitch Rosa are co-executive producers.