The BET Awards 2025 are set to air live from the Peacock Theatre in Los Angeles on June 9 at 8 PM ET, and this year’s ceremony is shaping up to be a major celebration of Black culture’s heavy hitters.
Not only will the network hand out its Ultimate Icon Award to four titans—Mariah Carey, Jamie Foxx, Kirk Franklin, and Snoop Dogg—but the broadcast will also mark the 25th anniversary of 106 & Park, the legendary music video countdown show that launched countless careers and cemented its place in hip-hop history. Expect a nostalgic look back at the show’s run, plus the kind of surprise appearances that have become a BET Awards staple.
The annual event, now in its 24th year, continues to be a platform for recognizing achievement across music, acting, sports, and other fields, honoring the contributions of African Americans and other minorities in entertainment. While the full list of performers and nominees is still under wraps, the Icon Award recipients alone make this year’s broadcast a must-see event for anyone invested in the past, present, and future of Black cultural influence.
The BET Awards 2025 will air live on Monday, June 9 at 8:00 PM ET on BET.
