Exclusive Photos from the 2025 BET Awards Red Carpet

The 2025 BET Awards Red Carpet owned the night before the main event even began. Monday, June 9, was more than a date — it was a moment. The celebration took over the Peacock Theater in downtown Los Angeles, marking the 25th anniversary of an awards show that has become the pulse of Black excellence in music, fashion and culture.

Kevin Hart returned as host, firing up the crowd with his signature comedy, while stars flooded the venue. You could feel the heat — not just from the California sun, but from the sheer energy of the biggest names in the industry. There were powerhouse performances from Lil Wayne, GloRilla, Playboi Carti and Leon Thomas, but before any mic was touched, all eyes were on the red carpet.

The 2025 BET Awards Red Carpet Delivered Full Star Power

This year’s red carpet was a reminder that style is still storytelling. From the bold to the classic, celebrities showed out with confidence. The looks were daring. The fabrics were rich. The energy was raw.

Legends like Mariah Carey, Snoop Dogg, Jamie Foxx and Kirk Franklin arrived with grace and purpose. Each of them received the Ultimate Icon Award, an honor reserved for those whose impact stretches beyond music and touches the soul of the community. With decades of cultural contributions under their belt, they reminded the world why they remain timeless.

And yes — performances from these icons followed. You could hear the crowd lose control as Carey took the stage, or when Snoop made the room feel like Long Beach was right there in LA.

Kendrick Lamar Led the Night With 10 Nominations

Kendrick wasn’t just a guest. He was the moment. Leading the night with ten nominations, including Album of the Year for “GNX” and Video of the Year for “Not Like Us,” Lamar’s presence was magnetic. The West Coast native brought a quiet intensity to the red carpet — a storm beneath the surface.

Trailing Kendrick were names like Doechii, Drake, Future and GloRilla, each with six nominations. Metro Boomin came in with five. SZA and The Weeknd followed close with four apiece.

106 & Park Reunion Lit Up the BET Stage

One of the evening’s most nostalgic moments came from the long-awaited reunion of 106 & Park hosts. AJ and Free were back. So were Julissa, Rocsi, Terrence J and Keshia Chanté. The stage turned into a time capsule, bringing back memories of countdowns, celebrity interviews and the golden era of hip-hop television.

Bow Wow took command as a performer this time around, joined by B2K, Amerie, T.I. and Jim Jones. Together, they brought the 106 legacy to life — not as a memory, but as a movement.

Before the Show, the 2025 BET Awards Red Carpet Stole the Spotlight

Every flash of the camera told a story. The red carpet didn’t just happen — it made history. From Kendrick’s minimal yet intentional styling to GloRilla’s bold silhouette, fashion spoke volumes.

It wasn’t just about designers or who wore what. It was about Black identity, beauty and fearlessness wrapped in fabric and presence.