Kendrick Lamar leads with 10 nominations at the BET Awards, marking the event's 25th anniversary.
🎵 Kendrick Lamar Leads BET Awards Pack with 10 Nominations! 🎶
Hip-hop titan Kendrick Lamar is primed for another triumphant night as the leading nominee for the upcoming BET Awards. With the show marking its 25th anniversary, the crown jewel of Black entertainment, this year's ceremony promises to be unforgettable.
The Compton native's dominant reign continues with a whopping 10 nominations, including Album of the Year for "GNX" and Video of the Year for his smash-hit diss track "Not Like Us," which stems from his feud with Drake. Lamar's incredible Grammy triumph, winning both Song and Record of the Year for "Not Like Us," paves the way for another potential win[1].
During the Super Bowl Halftime Show in 2023, Lamar became the first solo hip-hop artist to headline the coveted slot, demonstrating his unprecedented influence[1]. With SZA, Lamar is currently on the Grand National Tour, solidifying his status as a powerhouse in the music industry.
Comedian-actor and host extraordinaire Kevin Hart is set to bring the funny this year, making his return to host the awards show. Hart is no stranger to BET, having hosted the show in 2011 and launching comedy series like "Comic View: One Night Stand," "Real Husbands of Hollywood," and "Lil Kev" on BET+[1]. In a statement, Hart expressed his excitement for the event, reflecting on its significance as a celebration of Black culture and its unforgettable moments[1].
Plans are underway for a poignant tribute to the now-defunct music video show "106 & Park", which flourished as a central hub for Black youth culture, rising artists, and culture breakthroughs for over a decade[2]. Former hosts, like AJ Calloway, Free, Julissa Bermudez, Keshia Chanté, Rocsi Diaz, and Terrence J, will reunite, while notable artists such as Bow Wow, Amerie, B2K, Jim Jones, Mya, T.I., and Mr. 106 & Park will perform[1][2].
The star-studded 25th BET Awards are scheduled to air live on June 9, 2023, from the Peacock Theater in Los Angeles[2]. With the likes of Doechii, Drake, Future, GloRilla, Metro Boomin, SZA, The Weeknd, and more vying for awards, the competition is fierce[1]. The event promises a spectacular display of talent, heartfelt tributes to Black culture icons, and unforgettable performances.
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In the heated race for the Best Actor award, contenders include Aaron Pierre, Aldis Hodge, Anthony Mackie, Colman Domingo, Denzel Washington, Jamie Foxx, Joey Bada$$, Kevin Hart, Sterling K. Brown, and Will Smith.
Competition for the Best Actress award is just as fierce, with nominees like Andra Day, Angela Bassett, Coco Jones, Cynthia Erivo, Keke Palmer, Kerry Washington, Quinta Brunson, Viola Davis, and Zendaya all hoping to take home the top prize[1].
Athletes like Stephen Curry, Lebron James, Simone Biles, Angel Reese, and Jalen Hurts will also compete for awards in various categories, making for an exciting, diverse lineup[1].
- The 2025 BET Awards, marking its 25th anniversary, is expected to feature a nod to the past with a tribute to the defunct music video show, "106 & Park."
- Apart from Kendrick Lamar, other music stars slated to attend the event include Doechii, Drake, Future, GloRilla, Metro Boomin, SZA, The Weeknd, and more.
- Seattle-born talents might catch the eye of the entertainment world as the Megastar from Seattle, Doechii, is one of the nominated artists for the upcoming BET Awards.
- Theater lovers can look forward to a comedic performance as Kevin Hart will return to host the awards show, following his successful hosting stints in 2011.
- The talented athletes alongside athletes like Stephen Curry, Lebron James, Simone Biles, Angel Reese, and Jalen Hurts will also vie for awards in various categories, adding to the diverse awards lineup.
