BET's 2006 Celebration Of Gospel Raises The Roof With Gospel Greats R&B Starts At The Historic Wilshire Ebell Theatre

Steve Harvey Returns As Host; Stevie Wonder, Mary Mary, Donnie McClurkin, Tyrese, CeCe Winans and Anthony Hamilton lead lineup of spiritual salutes

Taping On Saturday, January 28, 2006 at 6:00 p.m. PT; Premieres Thursday, February 23, 2006 at 9:00 p.m. ET/PT.

WHAT: BET has gathered musical artists from both the
inspirational and secular worlds for its uplifting, spirit-filled 6th Annual CELEBRATION OF GOSPEL special. The two-hour telecast features musical performances, guest appearances and special salutes to some of the greatest
names in gospel history. CELEBRATION OF GOSPEL is set for taping on Saturday, January 28, 2006 at 6:00 p.m. PT at LA's historic Wilshire Ebell Theatre.


Hosted again by veteran actor/comedian Steve Harvey, this event is open to the public.

WHO: Led by returning host Steve Harvey, the list of
performers includes: Stevie Wonder, Mary Mary, Anthony Hamilton, CeCe Winans, Tyrese, Kirk Franklin, Kelly Price, Pastor Donnie McClurkin, Dr. Bobby Jones, Pastor Shirley Caesar, Tonex, Hezekiah Walker, Juanita Bynam, Martha Munizzi, Micah Stampley, Bishop Paul Morton, and many more.

WHERE: Wilshire Ebell Theatre

4401 West 8th Street
Los Angeles, CA 90005

TICKETS: CELEBRATION OF GOSPEL tickets are immediately available at $20.00 each for general admission (plus theatre and Ticketmaster service charges) through Ticketmaster outlets and on the Internet at
ticketmaster.com.

EVENT INFO: www.bet.com/cog.

WHEN: Taping - Saturday, January 28, 2006 at 6:00 p.m. PT
Premiere Telecast - Thursday, February 23, 2006 at 9:00 p.m. ET/PT.