Starz drama Bmf stars the real-life criminal Terry Flenory (aka "Southwest T"), which has left many viewers pondering where he is today.
As Bmf tells the true story of the Black Mafia Crime family in the '90s, the two leads, Demetrius and Terry Flenory, are real brothers who are still alive today.
Who Is Terry "Southwest T" Flenory? Read full article on The Direct.
As Bmf tells the true story of the Black Mafia Crime family in the '90s, the two leads, Demetrius and Terry Flenory, are real brothers who are still alive today.
Who Is Terry "Southwest T" Flenory? Read full article on The Direct.
- 4/3/2024
- by Sam Hargrave
- The Direct
Starz series Bmf Season 3 continues on a roll, delivering 5.1 million multiplatform viewers on its premiere weekend.
The third season premiered on Friday, March 1, achieving a series high in audience and growing season over season by 25%. The new season of the family drama also launched as the highest-rated among Black households on cable across its premiere weekend.
Bmf continues the story of brothers Demetrius “Big Meech” Flenory and Terry “Southwest T” Flenory, who rose through the illegal drug trade from the depths of poverty in Detroit to the heights of fame and fortune across America.
In Season 3, Meech moves to Atlanta to expand their empire, facing rival crews and crossing paths with burgeoning hip-hop legends, while Terry holds down the fort in Detroit, facing formidable rivals, old and new.
Starz announced ahead of the Season 3 premiere that Bmf has been renewed for a fourth season. Production on Season 4 is slated to begin this spring in Atlanta,...
The third season premiered on Friday, March 1, achieving a series high in audience and growing season over season by 25%. The new season of the family drama also launched as the highest-rated among Black households on cable across its premiere weekend.
Bmf continues the story of brothers Demetrius “Big Meech” Flenory and Terry “Southwest T” Flenory, who rose through the illegal drug trade from the depths of poverty in Detroit to the heights of fame and fortune across America.
In Season 3, Meech moves to Atlanta to expand their empire, facing rival crews and crossing paths with burgeoning hip-hop legends, while Terry holds down the fort in Detroit, facing formidable rivals, old and new.
Starz announced ahead of the Season 3 premiere that Bmf has been renewed for a fourth season. Production on Season 4 is slated to begin this spring in Atlanta,...
- 3/8/2024
- by Bruce Haring
- Deadline Film + TV
“Bmf” has been renewed for Season 4 at Starz, Variety has learned. The news comes ahead of the upcoming Season 3 premiere of the crime drama.
Season 3 of the series will debut on March 1 at midnight on the Starz app before its linear network premiere at 8 p.m.Et/Pt in the U.S. and at 9 pm Et in Canada. The series remains one of Starz’ biggest hits, averaging 10.6 million viewers in multiplatform viewing according to the network.
“Fans can’t get enough of the history in the making that is ‘Bmf,’” said Kathryn Busby, president of Programming for Starz. “We’re thrilled to start working on a new season that will continue bold storytelling of the legend of the Flenory brothers that has proven to resonate so deeply with our viewers.”
Production on Season 4 is set to begin this spring in Atlanta.
“Bmf” Season 3 stars: Demetrius “Lil Meech” Flenory Jr. as Demetrius Flenory,...
Season 3 of the series will debut on March 1 at midnight on the Starz app before its linear network premiere at 8 p.m.Et/Pt in the U.S. and at 9 pm Et in Canada. The series remains one of Starz’ biggest hits, averaging 10.6 million viewers in multiplatform viewing according to the network.
“Fans can’t get enough of the history in the making that is ‘Bmf,’” said Kathryn Busby, president of Programming for Starz. “We’re thrilled to start working on a new season that will continue bold storytelling of the legend of the Flenory brothers that has proven to resonate so deeply with our viewers.”
Production on Season 4 is set to begin this spring in Atlanta.
“Bmf” Season 3 stars: Demetrius “Lil Meech” Flenory Jr. as Demetrius Flenory,...
- 2/29/2024
- by Joe Otterson
- Variety Film + TV
Hulu Unveils First Look at Joey King, Logan Lerman Series ‘We Were the Lucky Ones’ (TV News Roundup)
Hulu debuted first look images from its new limited series “We Were the Lucky Ones,” starring Joey King and Logan Lerman. The first three episodes will premiere on the streamer on March 28, with the following episodes coming out weekly.
The series is a television adaptation of Georgia Hunter’s novel “We Were the Lucky Ones.” Based on a true story, the show follows a Jewish family separated at the start of World War II on their quest to survive and reunite, per the release.
Hadas Yaron, Henry-Lloyd Hughes, Amit Rahav, Sam Woolf, Michael Aloni, Moran Rosenblatt, Eva Feiler, Lior Ashkenazi and Robin Weigert round out the cast.
Erica Lipez (“Julia” and “The Morning Show”) serves as the showrunner, in addition to writing the series. Thomas Kail (“Fosse/Verdon”) directs and executive produces with Jennifer Todd, who executive produces for Old 320 Sycamore. Adam Milch executive produces, with Hunter co-executive producing. The...
The series is a television adaptation of Georgia Hunter’s novel “We Were the Lucky Ones.” Based on a true story, the show follows a Jewish family separated at the start of World War II on their quest to survive and reunite, per the release.
Hadas Yaron, Henry-Lloyd Hughes, Amit Rahav, Sam Woolf, Michael Aloni, Moran Rosenblatt, Eva Feiler, Lior Ashkenazi and Robin Weigert round out the cast.
Erica Lipez (“Julia” and “The Morning Show”) serves as the showrunner, in addition to writing the series. Thomas Kail (“Fosse/Verdon”) directs and executive produces with Jennifer Todd, who executive produces for Old 320 Sycamore. Adam Milch executive produces, with Hunter co-executive producing. The...
- 1/22/2024
- by Caroline Brew, Diego Ramos Bechara and Jaden Thompson
- Variety Film + TV
Terry Flenory (Southwest Tee) is the younger brother of Demetrius Flenory Sr. (Big Meech) with whom he founded one of the biggest criminal organizations in the United States – the Black Mafia Family (Bmf). Through the Bmf, the Flenory brothers carried out organized money laundering and drug trafficking activities throughout the United States. The Bmf had two major distribution hubs located in Atlanta and Los Angeles, the latter of which was run by Terry Flenory while his big brother kept the former running. The Flenory brothers managed their illegal business for two decades before the law finally caught up with...
- 9/17/2023
- by Banks Onuoha
- TVovermind.com
Exclusive: Tobias Truvillion (The Best Man: The Final Chapters), Leon (City on a Hill) and Jessica “Jess Hilarious” Moore (Hip Hop Family Christmas) are among the new additions to First Lady of Bmf: The Tonesa Welch Story, a new biopic starring Michelle Mitchenor (First Wives Club), which is set to debut on BET+ later this year.
The film currently in production in the Washington, D.C. area, which Vivica A. Fox (Holiday Hideaway) is directing, follows Tonesa (Mitchenor), a young woman raised in 1980s Detroit, who becomes seduced by the limelight and adventure of being in the drug game. She soon meets Harry (Truvillion), an older, sophisticated head of a drug organization who gives her a taste of the good life. Bothered by Tonesa’s ambition, Harry controls her through violence. But when the cycle of prosperity and abuse is about to break her spirit, Harry gets locked up...
The film currently in production in the Washington, D.C. area, which Vivica A. Fox (Holiday Hideaway) is directing, follows Tonesa (Mitchenor), a young woman raised in 1980s Detroit, who becomes seduced by the limelight and adventure of being in the drug game. She soon meets Harry (Truvillion), an older, sophisticated head of a drug organization who gives her a taste of the good life. Bothered by Tonesa’s ambition, Harry controls her through violence. But when the cycle of prosperity and abuse is about to break her spirit, Harry gets locked up...
- 4/27/2023
- by Matt Grobar
- Deadline Film + TV
Warning: This story contains major spoilers for “Bmf” Season 2, Episode 10, titled “New Beginnings.”
Seduction was the leading theme of “Bmf” Season 2, but showrunner Heather Zuhlke and the rest of the creative team are ready to up the ante and take the show “out of this world.”
As the former “50 Boyz” end their season, brothers Meech (Demetrius Flenory Jr.) and Terry Flenory (Da’Vinchi) end the latest chapter with the hopes of expanding their drug business to Atlanta. Now that they have a new Colombian connect and a friend in the club business down South, Meech sets out on the road to Atlanta and Terry is left to defend Detroit.
Fans went on a journey with the Flenory family as temptations continued to pull each member in different directions. Consumed by their desires for forbidden fruit, the Flenory men explored their relationships with other outlets. The family patriarch, Charles (Russel Hornsby) begins...
Seduction was the leading theme of “Bmf” Season 2, but showrunner Heather Zuhlke and the rest of the creative team are ready to up the ante and take the show “out of this world.”
As the former “50 Boyz” end their season, brothers Meech (Demetrius Flenory Jr.) and Terry Flenory (Da’Vinchi) end the latest chapter with the hopes of expanding their drug business to Atlanta. Now that they have a new Colombian connect and a friend in the club business down South, Meech sets out on the road to Atlanta and Terry is left to defend Detroit.
Fans went on a journey with the Flenory family as temptations continued to pull each member in different directions. Consumed by their desires for forbidden fruit, the Flenory men explored their relationships with other outlets. The family patriarch, Charles (Russel Hornsby) begins...
- 3/18/2023
- by BreAnna Bell
- Variety Film + TV
Bmf Season 2 is coming to a close in the next couple of weeks, and fans are concerned that Markisha (La La Anthony) will be Terry’s (Da’Vinchi) downfall. In the ’80s-set series, which takes place in Detroit, Terry has reentered the drug game with his older brother Meech (Demetrius “Meech” Flenory Jr.)
However, fans are worried that Markisha’s influence over Terry will be the key to featuring the brothers’ relationship.
La La Anthony as Markisha Taylor on ‘Bmf’| Starz The real Markisha Taylor in ‘Bmf’
Markisha, like many characters on Bmf, is based on a real person. Anthony’s character is reportedly based on Terry Flenory’s longtime girlfriend, Tonesa Welch, the First Lady of Bmf. Welch has spoken up about some of the inconsistencies between the real-life story and what is seen on screen, specifically the age difference between Markisha and Terry.
On the show, Terry is just...
However, fans are worried that Markisha’s influence over Terry will be the key to featuring the brothers’ relationship.
La La Anthony as Markisha Taylor on ‘Bmf’| Starz The real Markisha Taylor in ‘Bmf’
Markisha, like many characters on Bmf, is based on a real person. Anthony’s character is reportedly based on Terry Flenory’s longtime girlfriend, Tonesa Welch, the First Lady of Bmf. Welch has spoken up about some of the inconsistencies between the real-life story and what is seen on screen, specifically the age difference between Markisha and Terry.
On the show, Terry is just...
- 3/10/2023
- by Aramide Tinubu
- Showbiz Cheat Sheet
Bmf Season 2 is underway. Starz series centers on Demetrius “Big Meech” Flenory (Demetrius “Lil Meech” Flenory Jr.) and Terry “Southwest T” Flenory (Da’Vinchi), brothers who began their drug business on the streets of Detroit before expanding across the nation.
Since the series is based on a true story, with Flenory Jr. portraying his father, Da’Vinchi has also connected with the real-life Terry. He says it’s been extremely helpful for his portrayal on the show.
Da’Vinchi as Terry “Southwest Tee” Flenory in ‘Bmf’ | Starz Terry is undergoing a major transformation in ‘Bmf’ Season 2
Though Demetrius has always seen him as a young brother, Terry is moving, shifting, and leveling up in Bmf Season 2. He is undergoing a major transformation partly because of his relationship with Markisha Taylor (La La Anthony).
“The fans are going to be in for a treat,” Da’Vinchi told Popsugar. “You’re going to...
Since the series is based on a true story, with Flenory Jr. portraying his father, Da’Vinchi has also connected with the real-life Terry. He says it’s been extremely helpful for his portrayal on the show.
Da’Vinchi as Terry “Southwest Tee” Flenory in ‘Bmf’ | Starz Terry is undergoing a major transformation in ‘Bmf’ Season 2
Though Demetrius has always seen him as a young brother, Terry is moving, shifting, and leveling up in Bmf Season 2. He is undergoing a major transformation partly because of his relationship with Markisha Taylor (La La Anthony).
“The fans are going to be in for a treat,” Da’Vinchi told Popsugar. “You’re going to...
- 1/31/2023
- by Aramide Tinubu
- Showbiz Cheat Sheet
Exclusive: Bmf executive producer Heather Zuhlke will take over as interim showrunner of the drama series beginning with Season 3.
Randy Huggins attends Starz Series “Bmf” World Premiere on September 23, 2021, in Atlanta, Georgia.
Series creator Randy Huggins will be taking a step back following an unexpected health complication. Production will continue to keep Randy engaged in all things Bmf to ensure the show’s vision remains the same.
At last night’s Season 2 premiere, executive producer Curtis “50 Cent” Jackson honored Huggins’ passionate contributions to the show and assuaged the crowd at the Chinese Theater that the series remains in capable hands. The series returns to Starz on January 6.
Huggins and his family shared personal videos at the celebration of his progress as well as a behind-the-scenes look at him during the filming of Season 2. A tribute video from the cast, crew, and executives followed who cheered for their leader who is...
Randy Huggins attends Starz Series “Bmf” World Premiere on September 23, 2021, in Atlanta, Georgia.
Series creator Randy Huggins will be taking a step back following an unexpected health complication. Production will continue to keep Randy engaged in all things Bmf to ensure the show’s vision remains the same.
At last night’s Season 2 premiere, executive producer Curtis “50 Cent” Jackson honored Huggins’ passionate contributions to the show and assuaged the crowd at the Chinese Theater that the series remains in capable hands. The series returns to Starz on January 6.
Huggins and his family shared personal videos at the celebration of his progress as well as a behind-the-scenes look at him during the filming of Season 2. A tribute video from the cast, crew, and executives followed who cheered for their leader who is...
- 1/6/2023
- by Rosy Cordero
- Deadline Film + TV
When Curtis "50 Cent" Jackson said "Bmf" was going to be "an incredible ride," he wasn't kidding. The series - which is based on the real-life story of Detroit brothers Demetrius "Big Meech" and Terry "Southwest T" Flenory - has had us on the edge of our seats since it first hit Starz in September 2021 and, according to Da'Vinchi (Terry "Southwest T" Flenory), the drama is just getting started.
"Wow, season two is going to be a journey. The fans are going to be in for a treat," Da'Vinchi tells Popsugar ahead of the show's return on Jan. 6. "You're going to see Terry Flenory just boss up. He's just like, 'Yo, I'm not this little kid no more. I got this grown-ass lady, and I'm the man now. And she's helping me become a man.' He got a little different pep in his step, and it's going to be interesting to watch.
"Wow, season two is going to be a journey. The fans are going to be in for a treat," Da'Vinchi tells Popsugar ahead of the show's return on Jan. 6. "You're going to see Terry Flenory just boss up. He's just like, 'Yo, I'm not this little kid no more. I got this grown-ass lady, and I'm the man now. And she's helping me become a man.' He got a little different pep in his step, and it's going to be interesting to watch.
- 1/2/2023
- by Monica Sisavat
- Popsugar.com
Never shying away from a promo opportunity, Curtis “50 Cent” Jackson got in a plug for the Season 2 premiere date of Starz’s drama series Bmf in a light-hearted Instagram post trolling the show’s lead actor Demetrius ‘Lil Meech’ Flenory Jr.
Flenory Jr. stars as his father, Demetrius ‘Big Meech’ Flenory in Bmf, which is executive produced by Jackson. Flenory Jr. was arrested at the Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport Tuesday after a gun was found in his luggage, TMZ reported, citing law enforcement sources. Flenory Jr., who did not have a carry permit was taken into custody and booked for introducing a firearm into the sterile area of an airport which is a felony. The gun was not loaded but police found a 15-round magazine, according to TMZ. Flenory Jr. was booked into the Broward County Jail and released after posting a 2,500 bond.
In an Instagram post, Jackson noted the life-imitating-art irony of the situation,...
Flenory Jr. stars as his father, Demetrius ‘Big Meech’ Flenory in Bmf, which is executive produced by Jackson. Flenory Jr. was arrested at the Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport Tuesday after a gun was found in his luggage, TMZ reported, citing law enforcement sources. Flenory Jr., who did not have a carry permit was taken into custody and booked for introducing a firearm into the sterile area of an airport which is a felony. The gun was not loaded but police found a 15-round magazine, according to TMZ. Flenory Jr. was booked into the Broward County Jail and released after posting a 2,500 bond.
In an Instagram post, Jackson noted the life-imitating-art irony of the situation,...
- 12/13/2022
- by Denise Petski
- Deadline Film + TV
“Bmf” returns for Season 2 on Friday, January 6 at midnight on the Starz app, as well as its streaming and on-demand platforms, the network has announced. “Bmf” also returns internationally on the Lionsgate+ premium streaming platform in the UK and Brazil. On linear, it will debut on Starz at 8 p.m. Et in the U.S. and Canada.
The Detroit-based family drama chronicles the unconventional journey to success of the Flenory brothers, Demetrius Flenory (“Big Meech”) and Terry Flenory (“Southwest Tee”). The duo rose from the depths of poverty, navigating the war on drugs in Detroit and became game changers in hip-hop and culture. Throughout the new season, the Flenory brothers work toward the pursuit of their American dream.
“Bmf” stars Demetrius “Lil Meech” Flenory Jr., the son of Demetrius “Big Meech” Flenory, Da’Vinchi, Russell Hornsby, Michole Briana White, Myles Truitt, Steve Harris, Kelly Hu, La La Anthony, with Detroit rapper Arkeisha “Kash Doll” Knight,...
The Detroit-based family drama chronicles the unconventional journey to success of the Flenory brothers, Demetrius Flenory (“Big Meech”) and Terry Flenory (“Southwest Tee”). The duo rose from the depths of poverty, navigating the war on drugs in Detroit and became game changers in hip-hop and culture. Throughout the new season, the Flenory brothers work toward the pursuit of their American dream.
“Bmf” stars Demetrius “Lil Meech” Flenory Jr., the son of Demetrius “Big Meech” Flenory, Da’Vinchi, Russell Hornsby, Michole Briana White, Myles Truitt, Steve Harris, Kelly Hu, La La Anthony, with Detroit rapper Arkeisha “Kash Doll” Knight,...
- 11/29/2022
- by EJ Panaligan
- Variety Film + TV
Starz has set the return of the Flenory Brothers in Bmf‘s second season on Friday, January 6 at midnight via the network’s app, followed by its linear debut at 8 p.m. Et/Pt in the U.S. and Canada. A first look action-packed trailer for the drama series can be found above.
Based on a true story, Bmf chronicles the unconventional journey to success of the Flenory brothers, Demetrius Flenory “Big Meech” (Demetrius Flenory Jr.) and Terry Flenory “Southwest Tee” (Da’Vinchi) who rose from the depths of poverty, navigating the war on drugs in Detroit, and became game changers in hip-hop and culture.
Throughout the emotional second season, the audience roots for the Flenory brothers during their pursuit of their American Dream, as they build a better life in a system that was stacked against them. The universal themes of family, faith, and loyalty are explored both at home and on the streets.
Based on a true story, Bmf chronicles the unconventional journey to success of the Flenory brothers, Demetrius Flenory “Big Meech” (Demetrius Flenory Jr.) and Terry Flenory “Southwest Tee” (Da’Vinchi) who rose from the depths of poverty, navigating the war on drugs in Detroit, and became game changers in hip-hop and culture.
Throughout the emotional second season, the audience roots for the Flenory brothers during their pursuit of their American Dream, as they build a better life in a system that was stacked against them. The universal themes of family, faith, and loyalty are explored both at home and on the streets.
- 11/25/2022
- by Rosy Cordero
- Deadline Film + TV
Tasha Smith has long been a storyteller.
Instead of being in front of the camera, as she has been on everything from Empire to Tyler Perry’s For Better or Worse, Smith has switched seats and is now a director. Her previous credits include P-Valley and 9-1-1, and this fall, she pulled double duty, directing the first two episodes of Fox’s Our Kind of People and doing the honors for three installments of Starz’s new gangster drama Bmf.
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Instead of being in front of the camera, as she has been on everything from Empire to Tyler Perry’s For Better or Worse, Smith has switched seats and is now a director. Her previous credits include P-Valley and 9-1-1, and this fall, she pulled double duty, directing the first two episodes of Fox’s Our Kind of People and doing the honors for three installments of Starz’s new gangster drama Bmf.
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- 9/24/2021
- by Mekeisha Madden Toby
- TVLine.com
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