BET Announces Star-Studded 106 & Park 25th Anniversary Tribute at 2025 BET Awards

BET is bringing the culture all the way back. The network announced today that it will honor the 25th anniversary of its iconic music video countdown show, 106 & Park, with an epic tribute during the 2025 BET Awards, airing live on Monday, June 9 at 8 PM ET/PT.

Fans can expect a major dose of nostalgia as former hosts AJ Calloway, Free, Julissa Bermudez, Keshia Chanté, Rocsi Diaz, and Terrence J reunite on stage for the first time in years. The reunion marks a celebration of the show that defined an era in hip hop, R&B, and pop culture, offering a daily dose of music, celebrity interviews, and unforgettable live performances.

The tribute will also feature performances by some of 106 & Park’s most memorable guests and artists who helped make the show a cultural institution. Expect to see Bow Wow—famously dubbed “Mr. 106 & Park”—as well as Amerie, B2K, Jim Jones, Mya, T.I., and more, lighting up the stage in a celebration of the music and memories that helped shape a generation.

106 & Park first aired in 2000 and quickly became a staple for young audiences, setting trends and providing a platform for emerging and established Black artists alike. The 25th anniversary tribute promises to be a can’t-miss moment for longtime fans and new viewers alike.