BET Ultimate Icon Awards 2025: Megastars Lead Honoree Lineup
The BET Awards celebrate their 25th anniversary with some true legends of the game. This año is going to be extra especial as four incredible icons will be receiving the prestigious Ultimate Icon Award – we’re talking about the incomparable Mariah Carey, the versatile Jamie Foxx, gospel king Kirk Franklin, and the one and only Snoop D-O-double-G!
A Night of Legendary Performances and Recognition
Kevin Hart is bringing his comedic flavor as host of this star-studded celebration at the Peacock Theater in Los Angeles. The show is stacking up to be increíble with performances by Lil Wayne, GloRilla, Teyana Taylor, Playboi Carti, and Leon Thomas. But the real moment everyone’s waiting for is seeing these cuatro icons receive their well-deserved recognition for shaping entertainment and culture over decades.
The Icons Who Changed the Game
Mariah Carey, mi gente, has been blessing us with her five-octave range and songwriting brilliance for years. With more than 200 million albums sold worldwide and 19 Billboard Hot 100 #1 singles, she’s literally la reina of the charts. Then we’ve got Jamie Foxx, whose talent knows no bounds – from Oscar-winning acting to chart-topping music and comedy that keeps us rolling. This hermano does it all!
More Stars and Special Moments
The night is packed with more sorpresas than your tía’s birthday party! Kendrick Lamar is leading the nominations with 10 nods, including album of the year for “GNX.” We’ve also got Doechii, Drake, Future, and GloRilla tied with six nominations each – talk about some serious talent! And for all the old school fans, there’s going to be a special tribute to “106 & Park” with original hosts and performers that’ll have you feeling pure nostalgia.
A Cultural Celebration Like No Other
The BET Awards isn’t just another award show, familia – it’s a celebration of Black excellence and cultural impact. This year’s ceremony will feature everything from competitive categories in acting, where stars like Denzel Washington and Angela Bassett are nominated, to special moments honoring sports icons like LeBron James and Simone Biles.
The show goes live on June 9 at 8 p.m. EDT, and trust me, you don’t want to miss this fiesta! With four legendary icons being honored and the 25th anniversary celebration, this night is going to be más epic than your abuela’s secret recipe! Make sure to mark your calendars and get ready for a night that’s going to be absolutely unforgettable. ¡Nos vemos there!
