Taraji P. Henson Returns To Host 2024 BET Awards

Taraji P. Henson is making a return appearance as host of the 2024 BET Awards. This will be Henson’s third time hosting the trophy show, having previously hosted in 2021 and 2022.

The 2024 BET Awards will air live from the Peacock Theater in Los Angeles on Sunday, June 30 at 8 pm on BET.

As previously announced, eight-time Grammy winner Usher, who’s nominated for four BET awards including Album of the Year, will receive the Lifetime Achievement BET Award.

Performers include GloRilla, Latto, Muni Long, Sexyy Red, Shaboozey, and Victoria Monét.

“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,” said Henson. 

The 2024 BET Award nominations are led Drake with seven, followed by Nicki Minaj with six.

“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.”