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buzzz worthy. . . Atlanta, GA – Bounce TV has announced  that production has commenced on Ed Gordon, the network’s first entry into the prime time news magazine format, and the show’s premiere date has been scheduled for Tues. Sept. 13 at 10:00 p.m. (ET). Multiple award-winning and well-respected television journalist, Ed Gordon will produce and host the series of one-hour specials in which he’ll sit down for revealing interviews with top headline makers, entertainers and pop cultural figures. Gordon will also include investigative pieces, celebrity profiles, current event segments and human interest feature stories. “From President Obama to Louis Farrakhan, from Beyoncé to O.J. Simpson, Ed is a trusted confidante of African-American newsmakers who define our culture. His insightful reporting and courageous storytelling make him the perfect journalist to shepherd our first news magazine show,” said Ri-Karlo Handy, Senior Vice President of Original Programming for Bounce TV...

"Respected news anchorman Ed Gordon is returning to the network where he got his start. Today, BET announced that the former '60 Minutes' correspondent will host a variety of news programs and specials. This year marks the network's 30th anniversary celebration and Gordon couldn't be happier about his return. "I am excited about coming back to BET," Gordon said. "Since my departure (from BET) viewers have told me consistently that they wanted me to return to the network. Well here I am! I am elated about the plans we have to serve the viewers and cover our community and the world." CEO of BET Networks, Deborah Lee brought back Gordon and the news element mindful of the legacy she want to leave. Lee said that it was “time to sit back with my management team and say, ‘where are we going. What do I want my legacy to be? After 30 years, what do we want to stand for?”