Besa Gordon and FOX 13 Renew Contract for Second Season of Back2Besa
The Back2Besa family came together yesterday in the Black Media Matters Studio to celebrate and mark the occasion of Besa Gordon signing her contract with FOX 13 Seattle for Season 2 of Back2Besa. (Debrena Jackson Gandy, Akia Ronai, Erik Kalligraphy, Susan Fried, LexScope, Trae Holiday, Deaunte Damper, Amber Eikel, ProofNThePlay)
Besa Gordon, the beloved host of Back2Besa on FOX 13 Seattle, has officially renewed her contract with the network for a second season. This exciting news comes as Besa is in the midst of taking a temporary break from the show to focus on her health, demonstrating FOX 13's unwavering belief in her and the show's potential.
The renewal also follows a successful first season, where Besa captivated audiences with her vibrant energy and passion for storytelling.
“Besa Gordon is a gifted and dynamic storyteller,” said Jake Wiederrich, vice president and news director at FOX 13 Seattle. “Her uplifting stories about our Black communities resonate with all of us, and I’m delighted her important work will continue to be available to the FOX 13 audience.”
Back2Besa quickly became a fan favorite, resonating with viewers across the Pacific Northwest. The show's unique blend of uplifting stories, community spotlights, and emphasis on youth empowerment has struck a chord with audiences of all ages. Besa's genuine warmth and infectious enthusiasm have made her a beloved figure in the region.
The renewal of Back2Besa is a testament to Besa Gordon's talent and dedication, as well as FOX 13 Seattle's commitment to the show and its mission. As Besa herself has said, "This is my FOX family, and from day one, they have always made me feel at home here. I am thankful to the team at FOX 13 Seattle for believing in our vision of Black joy and uplifting positive Black stories from across the Pacific Northwest."
Living the media life she always dreamed of after graduating highschool, Besa Gordon said “What a blessing it is for my job to be something that I’ve been doing since I started my first blog. And that’s uplifitrng our community and highlighting the dope people, places and things here in the PNW.”
Besa also took the opportunity to uplift her production team. "I am so thankful to my amazing production crew," said Gordon. "Their hard work and dedication are unmatched; without them, there would be no show."
Alaia D'Alessandro, Head of Production at Converge Media, also expressed her enthusiasm for the renewal, stating, "We are pleased to come to terms with FOX 13 Seattle for another season of Back2Besa. We always knew that Besa and this show were special, and it is reaffirming that FOX 13 Seattle shares our vision."
In the upcoming season, viewers can expect more heartwarming stories and inspiring interviews that have become synonymous with Back2Besa. Besa will continue spotlighting the people, places, and organizations that make the Pacific Northwest a truly special place.
Fans can look forward to Besa Gordon’s return and the official kickoff of season two of Back2Besa on Saturday, September 7th, on FOX 13 Seattle. This season promises to be even more engaging and inspiring than the first, and we are here for it.
Photos by Jordan Somers on behalf of Converge Media
