Harlem Heights (TV series)

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Harlem Heights
Starring
  • Ashlie Gray
  • Briana Bigham
  • Bridget Bland
  • Brooke Crittendon
  • Christian Grant-Fields
  • Jason Allen
  • Landon Dais
  • Pierre Downing
Country of originUnited States
Original languageEnglish
No. of episodes10
Production
Running time20-21 minutes (excluding commercials)
Original release
NetworkBET
ReleaseMarch 2 (2009-03-02) –
April 20, 2009 (2009-04-20)

Harlem Heights is a BET reality show. It documented the lives of eight trendy African-American 20-somethings as they navigated through relationships and their professional lives. The series aired Mondays only on BET.[1] Along with fellow reality series College Hill and Baldwin Hills, Harlem Heights was discontinued as BET shifted to scripted programs.

Cast[edit]

Main[edit]

  • Ashlie Gray, an actress
  • Briana Bigham, Bridget's cousin. She has been a designer in the New York fashion industry for 8 years and has a line of handbags called "B. Marie".
  • Bridget Bland, Briana's cousin, entertainment Writer and law Student, graduate of Spelman College. Member of Alpha Kappa Alpha sorority.
  • Brooke Crittendon, MTV Producer and Kanye West's ex-girlfriend. Member of Delta Sigma Theta sorority.
  • Christian Grant-Fields, lifestyle editor for Dime magazine
  • Jason Allen, founder of a non-profit organization for kids
  • Landon Dais, Morehouse College graduate and a member of Phi Beta Sigma fraternity. Landon is running for New York City Council (9th District Central Harlem / Morningside Heights).
  • Pierre Downing, a college basketball player with a tough background

Recurring[edit]

  • Ally, a common friend

Episodes[edit]

No.TitleOriginal air dateProd.
code
1"Harlem Heights"March 2, 2009 (2009-03-02)101
The gang votes in the 2008 presidential election.
2"Carrying the Torch"March 2, 2009 (2009-03-02)102
The gang goes out to celebrate the election results. Meanwhile, Ashlie and Brooke catch up with friends while Christian and Pierre get into a bit of trouble.
3"Handling Their Business"March 9, 2009 (2009-03-09)103
Christian and Ashlie go out on a date and Jason attempts to start his nonprofit organization. Briana tries to further her career and elsewhere, Pierre and Brooke have dinner together.
4"Mind Games"March 16, 2009 (2009-03-16)104
Bridget goes to an African American theater fund raiser and afterwards asks a friend about her behavior. Pierre is still adjusting to life in the Heights and things are awkward between Ashlie and Christian when they go on a double date.
5"Partied Out"March 23, 2009 (2009-03-23)105
Pierre pays his family a visit in his old neighborhood, and Briana is nervous about her upcoming preview showcase. Meanwhile, Ashlie tries to evaluate her feelings for Christian although he's out partying with Brooke.
6"Choose a Side!"March 30, 2009 (2009-03-30)106
Controversy arises from a kiss between Brooke and Christian. Jason continues his work on starting his non-profit organization. Brooke finds herself having a pair of heated confrontations at an open-mike event.
7"Complicating Matters"April 7, 2009 (2009-04-07)107
Brooke and Ashlie address their conflict; Christian deals with his feelings for Brooke; Pierre has a confrontation at a dinner party; and Ashlie prepares to set the record straight with Landon.
8"Big Plans"April 14, 2009 (2009-04-14)108
Brooke is offended by a comment from Landon; Pierre and Bridget grow closer; Landon plans for the future; and Kelli C. interrupts a big moment between Christian and Brooke.
9"Good Deeds"April 20, 2009 (2009-04-20)109
While awaiting a commitment from Brooke, Christian plays the field. Elsewhere, the girls come together for a PSA; Bridget's birthday party finds Christian getting in trouble; and Brianna finds herself stressed out by an upcoming fashion show.
10"Politicking"April 20, 2009 (2009-04-20)110
The season 1 finale finds the launch of Briana's bag. Elsewhere, Jason continues promoting his non-profit organization; Ashlie heads to LA to meet up with an established acting coach; Landon seeks his father's approval; and Brooke makes a decision regarding Christian.

References[edit]

  1. ^ Bellafante, Ginia (March 23, 2009). "On BET, Lifestyles of the Rich and Real". The New York Times. Retrieved May 20, 2022.

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