Taraji P Henson Returns to Host the BET Awards (TV News Roundup)
variety.comLexi Carson Oscar-nominated actor, producer and author Taraji P. Henson is set to return as the host of this year’s BET Awards.
It will air live on June 30 on BET at 8 p.m. ET and will be held at the Peacock Theater in Los Angeles. “I am thrilled to be returning as the host of the ‘BET Awards’ for the third time.
I am also looking forward to celebrating my peers and the impact of our culture on entertainment,” Henson said in a statement.
Usher will be honored with the prestigious Lifetime Achievement BET Award, and set performers include GloRilla, Latto, Muni Long, Sexyy Red, Shaboozey and Victoria Monét. “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,” said Connie Orlando, EVP Specials, Music Programming & Music Strategy at BET. “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.” Drake leads with seven nominations.
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