​Since its rebrand, Pop has been adding programming that syncs with its central idea of “the fun of being a fan.”

Its upfront this week expanded on those plans, adding a programming lineup of stars that includes John Legend, Tyra Banks, Alan Thicke, Mel B. and Morgan Spurlock.

Banks will host the network’s upcoming Daytime Emmy Awards on Sunday, April 26, while Legend’s production company presents Sing It On, a Pitch Perfect-like docuseries about college a cappella groups that premiers May 13.

Also planned for this year: a CBS Big Brother companion series, a soap-opera reality series called Queens of Drama and Don’t Blink, a series about underground street magicians.

Currently in development is Doubt, a pop-culture game show from So You Think You Can Dance’s Nigel Lythgoe; Mel B.‘s Celebrity Inc.; and the previously announced Losing It from Morgan Spurlock and John Stamos, Elvis Duran Project and Jet to the Set.

“We are heading into the upfront season with a fresh, uniquely positioned media brand covering the landscape of what’s popping in culture and an original programming slate driven by enthusiastic content and award-winning talent,” said Brad Schwartz, president of Pop, adding that “we are poised to capture and engage our passionate ‘Modern Grownup’ audience who are seeking a channel that celebrates fandom as much as they do.”

Pop rebranded from TV Guide Network in January, with such shows as Schitt’s Creek, Rock This Boat: New Kids On The Block and The Story Behind.

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