BET Debuts Trailer and Announces Premiere Date For Original Docuseries "OG STORIES" Hosted by Music and Film Mogul Damon Dash

NEW YORK [May 28, 2026] - BET today announced the premiere date for the original docuseries "OG STORIES," which serves as the first tranche of "My Paid in Full." This raw and candid series, hosted by record executive, film producer, director, and actor Damon Dash, will air weekly on BET over five weeks, beginning on June 17, 2026 at 11pm ET / 10pm CT. "OG STORIES" features the stories of self-made moguls to put an unfiltered spotlight on the voices of the OGs, pulling back the curtain on what it took for them to become the cultural icons they are today.

Each episode dives into the untold past and present of a street legend who built their empires from nothing, revealing the mindset and moments that shaped them. With cinematic visuals and brutally honest conversations, the show explores what it takes to evolve from the trenches to the top. Whether it's about surviving the streets, making millions, or breaking generational curses, "OG STORIES" captures the blueprint from those who've lived it, anchored in authenticity, legacy, and culture.

The premiere episode features Michelle Smalls (aka Queen of Harlem), an author and real estate broker, Smalls owns several businesses including a spa, a juice bar, and a real estate firm. The second episode follows criminal defense attorney Dawn Florio, known for her high-profile celebrity clients, including Tekashi 6ix9ine and Lil Tjay. In the final three episodes, Dash is joined by Steve Mack, his childhood friend from Harlem who has worked closely with him on his business and media ventures, including Beat 139 and Roc-A-Fella Records.

Damon Dash is a music and film mogul best known as the co-founder of Roc-A-Fella Records and a pioneer in hip-hop entrepreneurship. From shaping the careers of cultural icons to building independent platforms across music, film, fashion, and media, Dash continues to lead with vision, hustle, and fearlessness, always on his own terms.

"OG STORIES" is created and directed by Damon Dash. Executive producers are The Dash Group LLC and Jason Harvey, with Nicolette Durham serving as associate producer. Josh Pyzynski serves as director of photography. Music supervision is led by Damon Dash and Nicolette Durham. Audio post-production engineering is handled by Eric Hoegemeyer. The series is edited by Josh Pyzynski, Pierre Adams, Michael Coleman, Julian Ramirez, and Molly Menchen.

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Through a powerful portfolio of brands - including BET, BET Her, BET Studios, and VH1 - along with FAST channels such as BET Tyler Perry Comedy, BET Tyler Perry Drama, BET Comedy Movies, BET Cinema, BET Classics, BET Visionaries, BET Throwbacks, and BET Pluto, BET connects audiences across cable, digital, live events, studios, and global platforms. Together, these platforms deliver culturally resonant content that reflects the depth, creativity, and impact of the Black experience.

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