Michael Owens/Getty; Kevin Mazur/Getty; Mike Marsland/WireImage The BET Awards 2025 air live on BET on Monday, June 9 at 8 PM ET/PT Kevin Hart will serve as the host of the night Kendrick Lamar leads the nominees list with 10 nominations The BET Awards 2025 are here and are ready to shock fans with A-list performers, award winners, and so much more. Hosted byKevin Hart, the show is expected to be filled with fun moments as performers likeLil WayneandTeyana Taylorhit the stage. Fans can also expect to see some hip-hop heavyweights accept awards. Kendrick Lamar, who headlined the2025 Super Bowl Halftime Show, is up for 10 nominations in categories like album of the year forGNXand video of the year for "Not Like Us." Fans will also be treated to a tribute to the beloved music video countdown show106 & Park,asformer hostsAJ Calloway, Free, Julissa Bermudez, Keshia Chanté,Rocsi Diaz, andTerrence Jreunite on stage, according to apress release. Never miss a story — sign up forPEOPLE's free daily newsletterto stay up-to-date on the best of what PEOPLE has to offer, from celebrity news to compelling human interest stories. Keep reading below to find out all you need to know about the show airing live on BET on Monday, June 9 at 8 PM ET/PT. Paul Morigi/Getty Kevin Hart has been tapped to host the BET Awards 2025 — something he said in apress releasestatement that he is "truly honored" to do. "I love a celebration! It's a chance to reflect, cherish, and honor life's unforgettable moments," his statement said. "I'm truly honored to host the 25th BET Awards and celebrate the culture's biggest night. This year marks the 25th anniversary, and my partners at Hartbeat, BET, and JCE are pulling out all the stops to make it a night to remember. It's a Black-Tie affair, and you're all invited. Tune in live on June 9th, only on BET," his statement continued. Alberto E. Rodriguez/Getty; Kevin Mazur/Getty; Dimitrios Kambouris/Getty 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 apress release. Rounding out the list of performers isGloRilla,Playboi Carti,andLeon 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. Michael Owens/Getty; Kevin Mazur/Getty; Mike Marsland/WireImage Kendrick Lamar is leading the list of nominees for the BET Awards 2025 with 10 nominations. His nomations are in the following categories, per apress release: album of the year forGNX, 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 areDoechii,Drake,Future, and GloRilla, who each tie with six nominations.Metro Boominscored five nominations whileSZAandThe Weekndscored four each. Arya Starr,Chris Brown, Lil Wayne,Maverick City Music, Playboi Carti,Teddy Swims, andTyler the Creatorearned three nominations each. Jeff Kravitz/FilmMagic; Tristar Media/WireImage TheBET Ultimate Icon Awardcelebrates "decades of groundbreaking contributions to music, entertainment, advocacy, and community impact." This year's honorees represent a diverse range of industries, including music, film, television, and business. Being honored are songstressMariah Carey, multi-hyphenateJamie Foxx, gospel superstarKirk Franklin, and legendary rapperSnoop Dogg. BET Awards 2025, 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 BET. Read the original article onPeople
