Taraji P Henson To Return As BET Awards Host In 2024

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Taraji P. Henson at the 14th Governors Awards held at The Ray Dolby Ballroom at Ovation Hollywood on January 9, 2024 in Los Angeles, California. (Photo by Christopher Polk/WWD via Getty Images)
Taraji P Henson is "thrilled" to host the BET Awards again.

Taraji P Henson says she's "thrilled" to be returning as host of the BET Awards for a third time. The network announced she'll be undertaking the role again for this year's event at the Peacock Theater in Los Angeles in a statement on Monday.

“I am thrilled to be returning as the host of the ‘BET Awards’ for the third time,” Henson said in a statement. “I am also looking forward to celebrating my peers and the impact of our culture on entertainment.” She previously hosted the event in 2021 and 2022. “Taraji is a phenom, known for her vibrant personality and charisma, and we are excited to welcome her back to host Culture’s Biggest Night, ‘BET Awards,’ the ultimate celebration of Black creativity,” Connie Orlando, EVP Specials, Music Programming & Music Strategy at BET, said in a statement. “We are equally as thrilled to have so many incredibly talented performers join us, standing on culture’s biggest stage to deliver an unforgettable night.”

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Taraji P Henson Hosts The 2022 BET Awards

LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA - JUNE 26: Host Taraji P. Henson speaks onstage during the 2022 BET Awards at Microsoft Theater on June 26, 2022, in Los Angeles, California. (Photo by Aaron J. Thornton/Getty Images for BET)

As for the awards, Drake leads all nominations with seven total nods. Nicki Minaj follows in second with six nominations while J Cole, Sexyy Red, Victoria Monet, and SZA all have five. Usher will also be present to accept the Lifetime Achievement BET Award.

Taraji P Henson Returns To The BET Awards

In addition to Henson serving as host, there will be a number of stars performing at the ceremony. They include GloRilla, Latto, Muni Long, Sexyy Red, Shaboozey, and Victoria Monét. The show will be airing live on June 30. Be on the lookout for further updates on Taraji P Henson on HotNewHipHop.

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