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April 8, 2026
Published by Gugulethu Nxumalo at April 8, 2026
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Black Billionaire Byron Allen Grabs CBS Late-Night Slot

Black billionaire, media mogul, and comedian Byron Allen is stepping back in front of the camera, not just making deals behind the scenes. Allen is stepping
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March 22, 2018
Published by UrbanGeekz Staff at March 22, 2018
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Media Mogul Byron Allen Buys The Weather Channel for $300 Million

Media tycoon Byron Allen acquired the Weather Channel TV network as he looks to expand his film and TV production company into a major media business.
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