Louis Carr has been appointed president of BET. Carr succeeds president/CEO Scott Mills, who announced earlier on Wednesday (Dec. 3) that he was exiting the company after 23 years.

According to a press release announcing Carr’s appointment, the newly named president will report to George Cheeks, chair of TV media at Paramount. In his role, Cheeks’ oversight includes CBS, BET, MTV, Nickelodeon and Comedy Central.

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“Louis’ leadership has been integral to BET’s success for nearly four decades,” said Cheeks

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