The BET Awards have never believed in quiet entrances, and that is precisely why they remain 'Culture's Biggest Night.' Celebrating Black excellence across music, film, television, and sports, the ceremony is famous for unforgettable live performances and history-making tributes, from Michael Jackson honoring James Brown to Kendrick Lamar commanding the stage atop a police car. This year, the excitement is even greater as Cardi B leads with six nominations, while comedian Druski takes over hosting duties for a ceremony packed with star power.

With anticipation at an all-time high, fans are eager to learn exactly what time the BET Awards begin and where they can watch every headline-making moment unfold live.

Circle Sunday, June 28, at 8:00 PM ET/PT on your calendar because the BET Awards are ready to steal the spotlight once again. The ceremony will unfold live from the Peacock Theater in Los Angeles. The easiest place to catch every performance and surprise is BET, where the celebration officially begins.

Missing the broadcast is almost impossible this year. Alongside BET, the ceremony will air across BET HER, MTV, MTV2, VH1, Comedy Central, Paramount Network, CMT, LOGO, POP, TV Land, and Nickelodeon at Nick at Nite. That expansive simulcast makes switching channels far less stressful than missing a headline-making performance.

Streaming fans have plenty of front-row options as well. The ceremony can be watched live through the BET NOW app with participating television provider credentials or through live television streaming platforms including Philo, Sling TV, FuboTV, Hulu + Live TV, and YouTube TV. No matter how you watch, the biggest celebration of Black entertainment is only a click away.

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The guest list alone could qualify as its own awards show. Comedian Druski takes center stage as host, bringing his signature internet-born humor to the ceremony. Meanwhile, music royalty will enjoy well-earned tributes as Ms. Lauryn Hill receives the inaugural Living Legend Icon Award, Teyana Taylor, who backed quite the salary with One Battle After Another,  is celebrated as Icon of the Year, and Sylvia Rhone accepts the Ultimate Icon Award.

The performances promise very few quiet moments. Cardi B, who leads the field with six nominations, headlines a lineup featuring Kendrick Lamar, Queen Latifah, Doechii, Kehlani, Tems, Rick Ross, T.I., Don Toliver, Jill Scott, Common, and The War and Treaty. French Montana and Max B are also reuniting onstage, making one of the evening's most anticipated performances,

The audience should also keep an eye on the red carpet. Mariah the Scientist, Doja Cat, Latto, Olivia Dean, Clipse, SZA, Bruno Mars, Drake, and Chris Brown are all widely expected to attend after earning nominations across major categories. With that much star power gathered under one roof, memorable moments should arrive long before the first trophy is handed out.

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