The third season of BET+’s original series AMERICAN GANGSTER: TRAP QUEENS will premiere on Thursday, April 7th.
The real crime series, narrated by rap artist Lil’ Kim, returns with 10 all-new episodes (five will be accessible on 4/7; the remaining five will be available at a later date). The stories of Kimberly Smedley, Candace Wilson, Gina Cabell, Shontel Greene, and Tonia Taylor will be featured in the premiere episodes, and their crimes will vary from black market butt injections to dark web identity theft, opioid pill mills, and drug trafficking.
Is “American Gangster: Trap Queens: Season 3” based on a true story?
“American Gangster: Trap Queens: Season 3” is based on a true story. This season of TRAP QUEENS will tell epic, sad, and important cautionary tales of women who are tempted by the underworld’s seduction and become ultimate crime rulers. Viewers will see their ascension to a dream world of riches based on crime, followed by an unavoidable collapse as they are forced to confront the harsh repercussions of their deeds. The series tells each Queen’s riveting narrative through first-hand stories, archival film, and subtle recreations, providing a profound and emotional experience for viewers.
“Trap Queens” executive producer Judge Greg Mathis stated, “combines superb narrative with the real-life experiences of female crime lords as they rise, fail, and seek redemption.”
The “AMERICAN GANGSTER: TRAP QUEENS” series is executive produced by A. Smith & Co. Productions’ Arthur Smith and Frank Sinton, as well as Judge Greg Mathis, a Daytime Emmy Award-winning activist. Executive producers include Delete James and Jackson Nguyen. Co-executive producers are Andrena Hale and David Rock.