Love & Hip Hop

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Love & Hip Hop is a media franchise that consists of several reality television series broadcast on VH1, MTV and BET. The shows document the personal and professional lives of several hip hop and R&B musicians, performers, managers, and record producers residing in various metropolitan areas of the United States. The original installment premiered on March 6, 2011, and its success resulted in spin-offs based in Atlanta, Hollywood, and Miami. The franchise is known for its sprawling ensemble cast, with over 250 cast members. Many are notable figures in hip hop, including Jim Jones, Remy Ma, Soulja Boy, Waka Flocka Flame, Lil Scrappy, Trina and Trick Daddy, as well as R&B artists like Ray J, Keyshia Cole and dancehall artist Spice. It has been responsible for launching the careers of previously unknown artists, including Joseline Hernandez, K. Michelle, Cardi B and DreamDoll. Love & Hip Hop has generated controversy since its inception, and is often criticized for tending towards a narrative...

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