- Terrence J
Infobox musical artist
Name = Terrence Jenkins
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Birth_name = Terrence Jenkins
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Born = birth date and age|1983|04|20
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Origin =Queens ,New York City ,New York ,United States
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Occupation =Television personality , host
Years_active = 2006–present
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Associated_acts = "106 & Park ",Rocsi
URL = MySpace|heyterrencej
Notable_instruments =Terrence Jenkins (born
April 20 ,1983 ), better known as Terrence J, is most famous for being the host of BET's popular music video countdown show "106 & Park ", which is BET's number-one-rated show.MacCash, Doug. "Back in town: Rocsi Diaz comes home to tape her hit BET show '106 & Park'", "The Times-Picayune ", 2007-07-06, p. 12.]Biography
Originally from
Queens ,New York ,Coleman, Chrisena. "The Hottest 'Nerd' on TV: Star from Queens Seen by Millions Around the World", "New York Daily News ",2008-04-15 .] Terrence J grew up mostly in Raleigh andRocky Mount, North Carolina .Decwikiel-Kane, Dawn. "A&T grad chases his dreams, is TV host", "Greensboro News & Record ",2006-10-20 , p. D1.] He attendedNorthern Nash High School in Rocky Mount. During this time Terrence worked at WRSV "Soul" 92.1 as a DJ until he graduated from high school. He spent his college years atNorth Carolina A&T State University ; he also stayed inGreensboro . During his tenure at North Carolina A&T State University, he also served as Student Government Association President and as a DJ for North Carolina A&T's radio stationWNAA-FM and local radio stations,WJMH-FM , and102 Jamz from Greensboro.Terrence J is a member of
Omega Psi Phi fraternity and was initiated in spring 2004 to the Bloody Mu Psi Chapter atNorth Carolina A&T State University . His line name was "Texas Justice".Career
After graduating from North Carolina A&T State University in 2004 with a degree in
mass communications , Terrence worked in the diversity office of a sports company inDaytona Beach, Florida . His brother Fred Whitaker phoned to tell him aboutBET 's search for new hosts of "106 & Park ". Terrence took all his savings and flew to New York to audition in late 2005. Unhappy with his first audition, he rented a car and drove toAtlanta to attend auditions, where he was successful.BET's "106 & Park"
Terrence J is the co-host of
BET ’s "106 & Park ", which can be seen in over 85 million homes in the U.S.,Canada ,Japan ,United Kingdom , and theCaribbean . For the debut in Japan, he and co-hostRocsi taped footage there, and appeared onMTV Video Music Awards Japan . [Yourse, Robyn-Denise. "Tuning in to TV...", "Washington Times ",2007-06-12 , p. B6.] Due to the success of the show, "106 & Park" is also set to premier inGermany andSouth Africa very soon. "106 & Park" is BET's highest-rated music series of all time and has quickly become the leading music video countdown show on television, holding the number-one slot among African American households."106 & Park Weekend Countdown" radio show
In 2006, he began co-hosting BET’s nationally syndicated radio show "106 & Park Weekend Countdown", which airs in over 40 markets.
Jenkins Entertainment Group
Terrence J is the co-founder of
Jenkins Entertainment Group , a company that specializes in hosting, consulting and formulating marketing plans.Involvements
Steve Harvey's Disney's Dreamer's Academy
Actor and comedian
Steve Harvey personally selected Terrence J to be a mentor for his Disney's Dreamer's Academy, held in January 2008. As one of many celebrities in attendance, Terrence J met with students from across the nation, giving them insight on how to achieve their goals.McDonald's "African American Future Achievers Scholarship Campaign"
Chosen by
McDonald's to be the ambassador of the "African American Future Achievers Scholarship Campaign", Terrence J will travel to 10 schools in the New York tri-state area, promoting the importance of education. Each visit will conclude with a ceremony in honor of the scholarship recipients. The corporation has awarded more than $29 million to help high school students attend college.Boost Mobile "Stomping on the Yard"
Terrence J has also been appointed the title of Host/MC for the
Boost Mobile Stomping on the Yard National Step Show Tour. This event is billed as a celebration of leadership, scholarship, and showmanship. Greek fraternities and sororities nationwide make appearances. This competition inspired the box office hit "Stomp the Yard " and also boasts its own ESPN special.Sean John clothing line 2008
Terrence J has been named one of the new faces of the
Sean John men's clothing line for 2008, appearing in promotional materials and modeling at select runway events, including BET’s "Rip the Runway". In addition to modeling, Terrence J will work closely with Diddy and staff to put out promotional initiatives and to give back to the community.References
*cite web|url=http://www.blackpress.org/terrencej.htm|title=Terrence J finds success as co-host of BET's 106th and Park |publisher=Black Press Magazine|accessdate=2008-08-02
*cite web|url=http://www.blackpress.org/106park.htm|title=BET happy with new co-hosts Rocsi and Terrence J|publisher=Black Press Magazine |accessdate=2008-08-02
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