Everything to Know About the 2023 BET Awards: Performers, Where to Watch and More

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The 2023 BET Awards — also known as Culture’s Biggest Night — kicks off on Sunday, June 25.“We are thrilled to be back in L.A.

for BET Awards 2023 and to celebrate a huge cultural milestone — the 50th anniversary of hip-hop,” BET’s EVP of specials, music programming and music strategy, Connie Orlando, said in an April statement.The 23rd annual awards show, which will take place in Los Angeles, will highlight the contributions that hip-hop has made to the music industry over the past 50 years.“For five decades, hip-hop has not only influenced American culture, but has become a global phenomenon and one of the most influential musical genres of our lifetime,” Orlando said. “From music to fashion, art, and entertainment, we are honored to have always provided a platform for hip-hop to thrive.

We look forward to paying tribute to the pioneers and innovators as we amplify the new generation of hip-hop artists like only BET can.”Earlier this month, BET revealed the list of nominees for this year’s event, including music, television, film and sports categories that are all pegged to “abundant creative expression and Black excellence,” per the network.Drake, who has won 15 trophies at the awards show over the years, tops the 2023 list with seven nods.

The 36-year-old Canadian rapper’s nominations for this year include Best Male Hip-Hop Artist, Best Male R&B/Pop Artist, Album of the Year and more.In order to view the video, please allow Manage CookiesBeyoncé — who is the winningest musician in BET Awards history with 33 trophies — is up for four more awards this year.