The BET Awards, also known as “Culture’s Biggest Night,” will bring the most prestigious Black artists and entertainers in one room tonight. The show is expected to have big moments, performances, and a nostalgic reunion. The 2025 BET Awards are coming right up on Monday, June 9 at 5 p.m. PT / 8 p.m. ET on BET. The show will be available to stream live with “MYA CAST”.
Hosted by Kevin Hart, the show is expected to be filled with fun moments as performers like Lil Wayne and Teyana Taylor hit the stage. Fans can also expect to see some hip-hop heavyweights accept awards. Kendrick Lamar, who headlined the 2025 Super Bowl Halftime Show, is up for 10 nominations in categories like album of the year for GNX and video of the year for “Not Like Us.” Fans will also be treated to a tribute to the beloved music video countdown show 106 & Park, as former hosts AJ Calloway, Free, Julissa Bermudez, Keshia Chanté, Rocsi Diaz, and Terrence J reunite on stage, according to a press release.
When and Where to Watch
- Date: Monday, June 9, 2025
- Time: Premiere: 8 p.m. ET / 5 p.m. PT & Pre-Show: 6 p.m. ET / 3 p.m. PT
- Venue: Peacock Theater, in Los Angeles, California.
- TV: BET
- Live Stream: BET, Paramount+ | “MYA CAST” (worldwide, no subscription)
How To Watch the 2025 BET Awards Anywhere?
2000s television staple will return to celebrate the show’s 25th anniversary at the 2025 BET Awards hosted by Kevin Hart, will air live Monday, June 9 at 8 p.m. ET/PT on BET. It will be preceded by a pre-show beginning at 6 p.m. on “MYA CAST”. No cable? No problem. Viewers across the globe — from the US to Australia — can stream the show effortlessly via “MYA CAST”, a subscription-free platform that ensures you won’t miss a beat no matter where you are.
Who Is Performing at the BET Awards 2025?
Taking the stage at the BET Awards 2025 is an eclectic group of performers, including hip hop legend Lil Wayne and Teyana Taylor, with a “one-night-only legendary performance unlike anything you’ve seen before,” per a press release.
Rounding out the list of performers is GloRilla, Playboi Carti, and Leon Thomas. Ledisi and Keyshia Cole were added Friday.
According to Connie Orlando, EVP of Specials, Music Programming & Music Strategy at BET, the night’s performers are “setting the tone for a night that celebrates 25 years of impact, creativity, and Black culture.”
“With electrifying performances from some of the biggest names in music and an iconic comedic host, BET Awards 2025 will be a can’t-miss celebration of everything the culture represents,” said Orlando in a press statement.
Who Is Nominated at the BET Awards 2025?
Kendrick Lamar is leading the list of nominees for the BET Awards 2025 with 10 nominations.
His nomations are in the following categories, per a press release: album of the year for GNX, video of the year for “Not Like Us,” three viewer’s choice award nominations for “Not Like Us,” “Luther,” featuring SZA, and “Like That” with Future & Metro Boomin, three best collaboration nominations for “Like That,” “30 for 30,” and “Luther,” featuring SZA, video director of the year with Dave Free, and best male hip hop artist.
Following suit are Doechii, Drake, Future, and GloRilla, who each tie with six nominations. Metro Boomin scored five nominations while SZA and The Weeknd scored four each.
Arya Starr, Chris Brown, Lil Wayne, Maverick City Music, Playboi Carti, Teddy Swims, and Tyler the Creator earned three nominations each.
