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Desmond Scott Teams With BET and Paramount on Digital Cooking Series ‘Let’s Get It Started’

The culinary creator hosts and executive produces the 12-episode show, premiering November 3 across BET platforms.

By Ledger Staff · Originally reported · Posted

A skillet of vegetables cooking on a kitchen stovetop; Ledger of Hollywood editorial illustration, not an image from the series
A skillet of vegetables cooking on a kitchen stovetop; Ledger of Hollywood editorial illustration, not an image from the series · Ledger of Hollywood · Editorial illustration

Culinary creator Desmond Scott is partnering with BET and Paramount on a new digital cooking series, Let’s Get It Started with Desmond Scott. The 12-episode show is scheduled to premiere on November 3. Scott will host and executive produce the series, which will be available on BET’s digital platforms and social channels. The Houston-born chef has built a large following by making restaurant-quality cooking feel approachable at home.

Each episode centers on a single dish, guiding viewers through the process step by step. The partnership reflects BET and Paramount’s push to develop original programming with established digital creators. It also expands the companies’ presence in culinary entertainment.

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