The 2019 BET Awards are set to be held on June 23, and Cardi B, Lil Nas X and more have been announced as performers.
The awards show will feature Regina Hall host. In addition to B and X performing, DJ Khaled, Migos, H.E.R., Mustard, Billy Ray Cyrus, City Girls, Lizzo, Lucky Daye, Lil baby, and Kiana Lede are all included in the first round of performers announced for the evening.
“The BET Awards stage has become synonymous with powerful and groundbreaking performances that are authentic and bold, celebrating the influence and power of black culture,” said Connie Orlando, Executive Vice-President, Head of Programming at BET in an official statement.
Cardi B leads all BET Awards nominees with 7 nominations, followed by Drake at 5. Beyoncé, J. Cole and Travis Scott each have four nominations each.
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