If there was ever a year to tune into the BET Awards, it's certainly this one. Moreover, just in case if you're a reader stumbling onto a hip-hop website, the genre turns 50 years old in 2023, and the awards ceremony is doing a lot to celebrate. Specifically to honor this anniversary and massive milestone, the media organization is bringing together all eras of the genre to celebrate. If you're looking to tune in, the show will take place on Sunday, June 25 at 8pm eastern time. Furthermore, there's something for every generation of rap fan at this event.
Let's break it down, shall we? From the early years (or Golden Era, as it's affectionately called), we have many pioneers. Big Daddy Kane, Kid 'N Play, MC Lyte, The Sugarhill Gang, Uncle Luke, Warren G, 69 Boyz, and Yo-Yo will appear. Going deeper into the '90s and 2000s, stars include Fat Joe, Remy Ma, Master P, Trick Daddy, Trina, DJ Unk, the Ying Yang Twins, E-40, Soulja Boy, the Fast Life Yungstaz (F.L.Y.), and Ja Rule. Finally, there are a few more modern names, namely Chief Keef and Tyga, as part of the 50th anniversary event. If that seems low, it's because there are more contemporary stars performing already to add to the celebration. In fact, these represent some of this year's nominees.
2023 BET Awards Performers Revealed
Lil Uzi Vert, GloRilla, Coco Jones, and Doechii will also perform at the BET Awards this year. They received nominations in the fields of Best New Artist, Album of the Year, Best Female R&B/Pop Artist, Best Female Hip-Hop Artist, and more. Overall, it should not only be a star-studded affair, but a unique and special recognition of all that these genres have given us, specifically hip-hop.
Meanwhile, this celebration will stack up against other tributes to hip-hop turning 50 years old. The one that likely pops up in your mind is the 2023 Grammys celebration hosted by LL Cool J, Black Thought, and Questlove that brought a lot of stars of every era to the forefront of the ceremony. Given how much people loved that, we can't wait to see what the 2023 BET Awards have in store for audiences. For more news and the latest updates on the show, keep checking in with HNHH.