The show, filmed at Tyler Perry Studios in Atlanta, aimed to leverage Newton’s profile alongside Moss, a CBS Sports analyst and host who grew up watching the original 106 & Park. Executives described Atlanta as a fitting home base due to its Black creative community and HBCU connections, hoping the city would recapture the franchise’s energetic roots.
Ratings and social engagement were cited as primary factors in the decision to discontinue the series. BET indicated that the previous season would continue to be available across its platforms, but no further production was planned. Critics and fans described the show as underperforming, with some noting a mismatch between pre-taped content and the live, interactive energy that characterized the original program.
The cancellation comes amid broader BET leadership changes following Skydance’s acquisition of Paramount, with new president Louis Carr pursuing a broader programming strategy that includes Tyler Perry projects. Newton will continue pursuing media ventures, including his 4th & 1 podcast and Funky Friday, while Moss indicated plans to pursue opportunities outside CBS in the coming months.
In a social post, Moss reflected on the experience, expressing gratitude to Cam Newton and the behind-the-scenes team and noting she would be exploring new ventures in the near term. The news marks a notable setback for a revival effort that sought to reconnect BET with its early-2000s cultural influence but struggled to translate nostalgic appeal into sustained audience engagement.
