[06/28/21 - 08:08 AM] WE tv Announces New Series "Brat Loves Judy," Following Hip Hop Powerhouse Couple Da Brat and Jesseca "Judy" Dupart, Premiering Thursday, August 5 at 9 PM ET The series brings audiences a never-before-seen look into the world of veteran hip-hop artist and two-time Grammy Award-nominee, Da Brat, and her girlfriend Jesseca "Judy" Dupart, the multi-millionaire business owner and CEO of Kaleidoscope Hair Products, as they navigate their new relationship.
[via press release from WE tv]
WE TV ANNOUNCES NEW SERIES "BRAT LOVES JUDY," FOLLOWING HIP HOP POWERHOUSE COUPLE DA BRAT AND JESSECA "JUDY" DUPART, PREMIERING THURSDAY, AUGUST 5 AT 9 PM ET
New York, NY - June 28, 2021 - WE tv announced today a new docuseries, "Brat Loves Judy," which follows the iconic rapper and "Growing Up Hip Hop: Atlanta" star Da Brat and her girlfriend Jesseca "Judy" Dupart as they forge their new life together. The series joins WE tv's ever-expanding Thursday night originals around the world of Hip Hop, including the popular "Growing Up Hip Hop" franchise, "Marriage Boot Camp: Hip Hop Edition," and "Waka & Tammy: What the Flocka." Consisting of eight hour-long episodes, "Brat Loves Judy" premieres on Thursday, August 5th at 9pm ET on WE tv, which continues its reign as the #1 cable network for Black women on Thursday and Friday nights.
"WE tv has long solidified itself as a home for authentic stories and relatable relationships, and we're thrilled to add Brat and Judy's larger-than-life love story to our Thursday night originals," said Lauren Gellert, EVP of Development and Original Programming for WE tv. "These two powerful and successful women are sharing their brand-new relationship with audiences for the first time ever, bravely inviting viewers to experience all their emotional 'firsts' alongside them."
"Brat Loves Judy" brings audiences a never-before-seen look into the world of veteran hip-hop artist and two-time Grammy Award-nominee, Da Brat, and her girlfriend Jesseca "Judy" Dupart, the multi-millionaire business owner and CEO of Kaleidoscope Hair Products, as they navigate their new relationship - from building a new home together and growing their budding careers to couples therapy, dealing with meddling loved ones, and a surprise proposal. Family and friends featured on the series include Judy's adult daughter, Deja and Deja's infant daughter Kenzie; Bella, Brat's manager and confidante; Brat's friend Montana and his wife Rhonda; and of course, Brat and Judy's six dogs - Staxx, Rockie, Fat Boy, Loyal, Fendi, and Rebel - among others. The series also features a surprise appearance by Brat's sister LisaRaye McCoy, as the siblings dig deeper into their strained relationship.
The series is produced by Entertainment One (eOne) and Datari Turner Productions with Tara Long, Mark Herwick, Gennifer Gardiner and Ben Megargel serving as executive producers for eOne, alongside Datari Turner executive producing for Datari Turner Productions, and Meredith Kisgen who also serves as showrunner. Da Brat and Jesseca Dupart also serve as executive producers on the series. Lauren P. Gellert and Ashley McFarlin Buie executive produced for WE tv.
About WE tv
With compelling, can't miss unscripted shows, WE tv's programming is fueled by personalities and relationships filled with purpose and passion. WE tv welcomes everyone and creates an inclusive experience across all platforms: on TV, online, on demand, and social media, embracing how today's digitally savvy, socially engaged audiences connect through content, using it as a catalyst to drive conversation and build community. WE tv is owned and operated by AMC Networks Inc., and its sister channels include AMC, BBC America, IFC and SundanceTV.
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