Black History Month 2019: Bob Johnson

Today for Black History Month 2019, we are highlighting media mogul Bob Johnson.

Source: Ethan Miller / Getty

Birth Date: April 8, 1946

Hometown: Hickory, Mississippi

Fun Facts: 

• Bob’s real name is Robert
• Bob is the co-founder of BET (Black Entertainment Television) and the founder of RLJ Companies
• Bob is the former co-owner of the NBA team Charlotte Bobcats
• Bob comes from a large family with 9 siblings
• Bob is a member of the Kappa Alpha Psi fraternity
• Bob received a bachelor’s degree from the University of Illinois and a master’s degree from Princeton University
• Bob has 2 children

We thank you for your contributions Bob Johnson.

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