Viacom Inc.unit BET Networks acquired Soul Train from InterMedia Partners and The Yucaipa Cos.

The transaction is expected to strengthen BET's investment incontent and brings together two quintessential African American brands, accordingto an April 4 news release. The assets acquired include one of the largest librariesof African American, music-oriented content, including more than 1,100 televisionepisodes and 40 television specials.

Financial terms of the deal were not disclosed.