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Brett Johnson with dad Bob Johnson . Brett Johnson, Son of BET Founder Bob Johnson, Evolves Menswear with AI and Creator Economy Savvy in 2025 Following in the footsteps of his parents, BET founders Bob and Sheila Johnson, Brett Johnson has transformed his menswear brand
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