Sylvia Rhone Honored As The Ultimate Icon

One of the most influential industry leaders, she shaped icons from Stevie Wonder to Lil Wayne.
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King Energy - Unforgettable Male Performances

For 25 years, an impressive list of talented male artists, including Kendrick Lamar, Lil Wayne and Bruno Mars, have lit up the BET Awards stage with their performances.
05/20/2025
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BET Awards Lookback - Spicy Moments That Had Us Gagged

Remy Ma, Nicki Minaj, T.I., Mo'Nique and more celebs have had a lot to say to haters and fans alike during their time onstage at the BET Awards over the years.
05/12/2025
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BET Awards Lookback - Best New Artist

The BET Awards has been at the forefront of the culture, recognizing rising talent like Tyla, Jennifer Hudson, SZA and other Best New Artist winners who would later become superstars.
05/12/2025
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BET Awards Lookback - Legendary Acceptance Speeches

Revisit some of the best BET Awards speeches, featuring wise words from Queen Latifah, Megan Thee Stallion and Lil Wayne, plus the Whitney Houston speech that launched a million memes.
05/08/2025

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Best Lifetime Achievement Performances

The BET Lifetime Achievement Award tributes have consistently delivered legendary performances, honoring some of the Ultimate Icon's of all time. We're taking a look back some of our staff's favorite performances honoring those artists we love.
06/09/2026

BET Awards 2026: The First-Time Nominees You Need to Know

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Everyone’s Invited to the BET Awards This Year

Culture’s Biggest Night is back! Watch the BET Awards live June 28 at 8/7c, hosted by Druski.
05/29/2026
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Druski Set To Host BET Awards 2026

Druski, the youngest-ever host of the BET Awards, has become a household name through his innovative skits, magnetic charisma, and ability to connect across generations—watch him live Sunday, June 28 at 8 PM ET/PT.
04/30/2026
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Culture's Biggest Night: BET Awards 2026

The biggest night of the year is almost here. Watch the BET Awards live Sunday June 28 at 8/7c.
04/22/2026
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Snoop Dogg - Ultimate Icon Honoree

The D-O-double-G is a BET Awards 2025 Ultimate Icon H-O-N-O-R-double-E thanks to his impact on rap, culture, fashion, entrepreneurship and more.
12/17/2025
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Kirk Franklin - Ultimate Icon Honoree

The BET Awards 2025 honors Ultimate Icon and gospel music legend Kirk Franklin, whose work has elevated and revolutionized the genre.
12/17/2025
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Mariah Carey - Ultimate Icon, Presented by Total Wireless

Presented by Total Wireless, celebrate Ultimate Icon Mariah Carey in this career recap showcasing her five-octave range, 19 #1 singles and much more.
12/17/2025
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BET Awards 2025 - The Black Men Behind the Magic

This behind-the-scenes look at the BET Awards 2025 celebrates the producers, directors and other visionary men who helped bring the big show to life.
12/17/2025
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BET Awards 2025 - Red Carpet Style Recap with Loren LoRosa

From designer details to bold style statements, Loren LoRosa gets the scoop from the stars as they break down their BET Awards 2025 looks.
12/17/2025
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BET Awards 2025 - Best of Kevin Hart

Comedian Kevin Hart nails sidesplitting monologues, wacky sketches and viral backstage moments while hosting the BET Awards 2025.
12/17/2025

BET Awards

The BET Awards honors the individuals who contribute to Black culture as writers, musicians, filmmakers, philanthropists and more.