The 2025 BET Awards are set to redefine the show’s 25-year history with a dynamic and star-studded event. Scheduled to go live on Monday, June 9, 2025, at 8:00 PM ET/PT on BET, this year’s ceremony promises a unique blend of unforgettable performances, legendary reunions, red-carpet fashion moments, and powerful recognitions—all under the hosting prowess of the comedic giant, Kevin Hart.
How to watch
Fans can catch the BET Awards 2025 live on the BET channel, available through most major cable providers. If you’ve cut the cord, you can also stream the ceremony live using platforms like BET.com, BET+, or via live TV streaming services such as Hulu + Live TV, YouTube TV, Sling TV, and Philo, all of which typically offer BET in their packages. Be sure to check your local listings and sign up in advance to avoid missing any of the action.
For global fans and those watching on-demand, highlights and performances will be available on BET’s social media channels and official website shortly after the broadcast.
A star-studded lineup
BET has already announced a blockbuster lineup of performers for this year’s show, including:
- Lil Wayne – The five-time GRAMMY® Award-winning hip hop legend is set to bring an explosive set that only he could deliver.
- Teyana Taylor – The multi-hyphenate creative genius returns to the stage with a one-night-only legendary performance, promising a spectacle fans won’t forget.
- GloRilla – With six nominations this year, the GRAMMY®-nominated rap sensation will show why she’s one of the hottest names in the game.
- Playboi Carti – Known for his high-energy and genre-defying sound, Carti is guaranteed to light up the stage.
- Leon Thomas – The GRAMMY® Award-winning singer-songwriter and producer is set to bring soulful vibes to the evening’s musical journey.
Fashion forecast: Black excellence on the red carpet
The BET Awards red carpet has always been a showcase for bold, unapologetic fashion — and 2025 will be no different. With the show celebrating 25 years of cultural impact, expect artists to pay tribute to past eras while setting trends for the future. Look out for:
- Metallics and futuristic glam — honoring the evolution of style and creativity in Black entertainment.
- Throwback ‘106 & Park’ looks — as part of the anniversary tribute, we may see nods to the early 2000s with denim fits, bandanas, and blinged-out accessories.
- Black designers in the spotlight — as artists continue to champion culture through fashion, expect to see plenty of custom couture from rising Black fashion houses.
Celebrating legends and recognizing excellence
The 2025 BET Awards will be a celebration of milestones, with Kendrick Lamar leading the nominations with ten nods, showcasing his unmatched lyrical prowess and cultural influence. Other top nominees include Doechii, Drake, Future, and GloRilla, each scoring six nods. Metro Boomin follows with five, while SZA and The Weeknd each earned four. This year’s awards hold a special significance as we mark the 25th anniversary of the BET Awards.
In addition to awards, the ceremony will feature a historic tribute to the 25th anniversary of 106 & Park. This iconic music video countdown show helped shape a generation of music lovers. Directed by Teyana Taylor and The Aunties Production, this nostalgic moment will feature a reunion of beloved former hosts, including AJ Calloway, Free Marie Wright, Rocsi Diaz, Terrence J, and more, a tribute that will make you feel nostalgic and appreciative of the show’s impact.
The tribute will feature electrifying performances by Bow Wow, Amerie, B2K, Jim Jones, Mya, T.I., and others, bringing back all the vibes, energy, and era-defining music that made 106 & Park a household name.
BET Experience 2025: Culture’s biggest week
The celebration’s finale is the awards show. BET Experience 2025 (BETX), held from Thursday, June 5, through Sunday, June 8, offered four days of immersive, fan-centric events in Los Angeles, including panel discussions, live concerts, fashion showcases, and community events — culminating in the big show on Monday night.
Final word
With a mix of genre-defining performances, tribute moments, major fashion, and a nod to 25 years of cultural excellence, the 2025 BET Awards are not just a show—they’re a movement. Whether you’re tuning in to see Kendrick take home top honors, relive the 106 & Park era, or catch what Lil Wayne and Teyana Taylor have in store, #Culture’sBiggestNight is one you won’t want to miss.
Stay plugged in and follow the hashtag #BETAWARDS for live updates, exclusive behind-the-scenes moments, and red-carpet coverage all weekend long.
