Black TV shows get CANCELLED

"Martin" fans, get ready because a spin-off of the 90s sitcom is finally on the way, but it's not who you suspect.

- Yanina Carter Entertainment Editor

The series titled “Varnell Hill.” will relaunch Tommy Davidson's character, who appeared on the series for two episodes, and now BET is giving him his own show. Fans may remember Davidson's two episodes, “Hollywood Swinging” introduced fans to Hill, a talk show host who got into it with Martin Payne.

The new series sets to “explore Varnell’s journey to remain relevant in an ever-evolving industry and the corporate dynamics of network executives, business stakeholders, and creative teams involved in the making of the show,” according to The Hollywood Reporter. “With its blend of satire, humor, cutaways, and fourth-wall breaks, the show promises to engage audiences in a fresh and innovative way.”

Davidson released a statement regarding the series, writing, “Did you miss me? Well, now you don’t have to! I’m excited and honored to be a part of such a creative project with the brilliant mind of Martin Lawrence, over 30 years in the making.” Martin Lawrence himself posted about the series on his Instagram page. The internet shows people have mixed reactions to the news, however.

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