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2023’s American Black Film Festival was a smash success!

At the historic film festival, TV One made our presence known as we discussed important topics such as black love with our phenomenal Date Night Thursdays hosts Kirk, and Tammy Franklin of The One alongside Asking for a Friend’s LisaRaye McCoy.

We also had an exciting panel for our thriller film fans as we shared our highly anticipated upcoming summer thriller, A Mother’s Intuition! 

1. Thursdays Are for Lovers at the TV One Panel

TV One at 2023's American Black Film Festival Source:TV One

The conversation of black love couldn’t be any more exciting, especially if our Date Night Thursdays hosts are involved and are dropping gems!

2. TV One and CLEO TV President, Michelle Rice at 2023’s American Black Film Festival

TV One at 2023's American Black Film Festival Source:TV One

TV One’s and CLEO TV’s President, Michelle Rice looked absolutely stunning as she was ready to hit the stage to talk about Black love with LisaRaye McCoyKirk and Tammy Franklin!

3. Asking for a Friend’s Host LisaRaye McCoy

TV One at 2023's American Black Film Festival Source:TV One

The legendary LisaRaye was ready to take the stage for our panel discussion, “Thursdays Are For Lovers at TV One.

And with the knowledge she shared we see WHY Thursdays are for lovers!

4. LisaRaye Takes the Stage at the Thursdays are for Lovers Panel at ABFF

LisaRaye Takes the Stage at the Thursdays are for Lovers Panel at ABFF Source:TV One

Our exact mood right before we took stage at the Thursdays are for Lovers panel! lisaraye takes the stage at the thursdays are for lovers panel at abff

5. The Franklins on the Thursdays are for Lovers at the TV One Panel

The Franklins at the 27th Annual American Black Film Festival Source:TV One

The Franklins have been married for 27 years, so they KNOW all about Black love! 

At this point, we’re taking ALL the notes we can get from them.

6. Michelle Rice Opens the Floor for Discussion

Michelle Rice Opens the Floor for Discussion Source:TV One

This image of Michelle Rice was taken at the 27th annual American Black Film Festival. TV One holds the rights and credits to this image. michelle rice opens the floor for discussion

7. LisaRaye Takes the Stage at the Thursdays are for Lovers Panel at ABFF

LisaRaye Takes the Stage at the Thursdays are for Lovers Panel at ABFF Source:TV One

We are so happy to hear more of LisaRaye’s legendary dating tips!

If you’ve been watching Asking for a Friend thus far, what is your favorite LisaRaye dating tips? 

8. Nicole Friday, Michelle Rice, and LisaRaye McCoy

TV One at 2023's American Black Film Festival Source:TV One

We love the #GirlBoss energy Nicole Friday, Michelle Rice, and LisaRaye McCoy is serving in this photo! 

9. Denise Boutte at the World Premiere Screening of “A Mother’s Intuition”

Denise Boutte at the World Premiere Screening of "A Mother's Intuition" Source:TV One

The amazing Denise Boutte was beyond ready as we were counting down the minutes until we shared a glimpse of our upcoming thriller film, A Mother’s Intuition. denise boutte at the world premiere screening of “a mother’s intuition”

10. Dr. Holly Carter at ABFF

Dr. Holly Carter at ABFF Source:TV One

Dr. Holly Carter opened the floor for discussion. We couldn’t wait to hear what everyone had to say!

11. A Mother’s Intuition Cast at the World Premiere Screening

A Mother's Intuition Cast at the World Premiere Screening Source:other

Denise Boutte, Brely Evans, Cas Sigers Beedles, and Dr. Holly Carter had a blast as they hosted the A Mother’s Intuition world premiere! Don’t miss the premiere on July 23rd at 9P/ 8C! Judging by the crowd’s responses let’s just say you DON’T want to miss it! a mother’s intuition cast at the world premiere screening

12. Brely Evans at ABFF

Brely Evans at ABFF Source:TV One

Brely Evans wasn’t only serving looks, but she had us on our toes at the screening of A Mother’s Intuition! brely evans at abff

13. Cas Sigers Beedles at ABFF

Cas Sigers Beedles at ABFF Source:TV One

Cas was on fire during the open discussion after the screening of the film! 

14. TV One Had a Successful Screening

TV One Had a Successful Screening Source:TV One

TV One and the cast of “A Mother’s Intuition” had a very successful night after fans at the 27th annual ABFF got to watch the film first.