The 2025 “BET Awards” will honor the achievements of Black entertainers, with celebrities across disciplines all in one room.
This year’s “BET Awards” will air live on Monday, June 9 at 8 p.m. ET/PT. It will be hosted by Kevin Hart, so expect your night to include a collection of jokes and many laughs.
This year marks the 25th anniversary of the annual awards ceremony, so expect some surprise appearances and performances.
HOW TO STREAM THE THE 2025 BET AWARDS ONLINE FOR FREE
For cord-cutting individuals that don’t have cable, watch the 2025 “BET Awards” live for free through any of the following streaming platforms:
- Philo TV -- seven-day free trial. At just $28 a month, this is one of the most cost-friendly streaming services.
- Fubo TV -- seven-day free trial. This service also appeals to the sports fan. Fubo has a new promo offer giving $30 off the first month for all US plans.
- Direct TV Stream -- five-day free trial.
WHAT CHANNEL IS THE 2025 ‘BET AWARDS’ ON?
If you are sticking to classic cable television, catch the “BET Awards 2025” on BET.
Depending on which cable provider you use, BET will reside on a different channel number. You can find access the guides to find which channel your cable provider has BET located here: Verizon Fios, AT&T Internet (formerly known as AT&T U-verse), Comcast Xfinity, Spectrum / Charter, Optimum / Altice, DIRECTV and Dish.
A LITTLE SNEAK PEAK
Two-time diamond-certified and the 2018 Pulitzer Prize in Music winning recording artist, producer, entrepreneur and global icon Kendrick Lamar is leading this year’s nominations race. Lamar has been chosen for 10 different nominations ahead of the celebration.
Lamar continues to be recognized for his poetic lyrical power, influential social commentary and ability to tell vital stories through melodies.