Sun June 08 - 2:00 PM
Unpacking Modern Unscripted
Free Talks
| 60 MINUTESUnscripted storytelling has grown in reach and impact. This panel will look at the ways it has changed over the years and what the future looks like for the medium.
Panelists
Kemar Bassaragh
Born on the island of Jamaica, Kemar Bassaragh immigrated to the United States at the age of 16 for his university studies. He obtained a Bachelor of Science degree in journalism at St. John’s University and a master’s degree in communications at New York Institute of Technology. At 20, Bassaragh started his career in television at MTV Networks, spending three years there before moving on to BET Networks, “The Wendy Williams Show,” and Truly Original, working on “The Real Housewives of Atlanta,” “The Real Housewives of Potomac,” “Don’t Be Tardy for the Wedding,” and “Kandi’s Wedding,” among others. After nine memorable years at Truly Original, he decided to take his career to another level as an independent contractor on NBCUniversal shows like “The Real Housewives of Salt Lake City,” “The Real Housewives of Dallas,” and the launch of “Love Match Atlanta” for Bravo TV.
In 2022, Bassaragh officially joined the NBCUniversal family as Vice President, Current Production, overseeing several shows including “Below Deck Sailing Yacht,” “Below Deck Down Under,” “The Real Housewives of Atlanta,” “The Real Housewives of Orange County,” “The Real Housewives of Salt Lake City,” “Summer House: Martha’s Vineyard,” “Southern Hospitality,” and the Emmy-nominated “Vanderpump Rules.” When not working, Bassaragh can be found on the tennis courts or traveling, and he considers becoming a B2 Level speaker in French his biggest accomplishment.
Gizelle Bryant
Gizelle Bryant is a vibrant socialite, single mother of three daughters (Grace and twins Angel and Adore) and resident of the Potomac area who effortlessly manages her jam-packed calendar. She was raised by very prominent and powerful parents who set the tone for her path with their work in government and philanthropy. After graduating from Hampton University, she moved to Baltimore where she married megachurch pastor/activist Jamal Bryant. When the marriage ended seven years later, however, this resilient woman decided it was time to move back to her old stomping grounds for a fresh start with her three girls.
Gizelle keeps herself busy with multiple philanthropy projects and entrepreneurial ventures. She generates funds to revitalize various major cities in order to help those in need or in transition. Gizelle is committed to working hard and sees every obstacle as an opportunity. She added author to her title when she released her first novel, “My Word,” in 2019. Two years later, she and castmate Robyn Dixon launched the “Reasonably Shady” podcast, which is part of the BlackEffect podcast network. “Reasonably Shady” has become a huge success with millions of downloads and an NAACP Award nomination. Gizelle maintains her status as a sophisticated woman in the Potomac social scene and with her outspoken, no-nonsense demeanor, is looking forward to what’s ahead.
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