Jamie Foxx & Mariah Carey: News & Updates
- The 2025 BET Awards celebrated it's 25th anniversary by bestowing its ultimate Icon Award on Mariah Carey, Jamie Foxx, Kirk Franklin, and Snoop Dogg.
- Kevin Hart hosted the event, billed as "Culture's Biggest Night," which recognized the honorees for their contributions to music, entertainment, advocacy, and community impact.
- Lil Wayne, Leon Thomas, and Rayven Lenae also performed.A 106 & Park tribute featured Amerie, B2K, Jim Jones, and bow Wow.
The 2025 BET Awards celebrated its 25th anniversary by honoring music icons Mariah Carey, Jamie Foxx, Snoop Dogg, and Kirk Franklin with the Ultimate Icon Award. The “Culture’s Biggest Night” saw show-stopping performances, including Carey’s latest single, a Stevie Wonder surprise for Foxx, and a medley from Snoop Dogg. Franklin closed the show with a powerful gospel set. The event, hosted by Kevin Hart, highlighted the honorees’ indelible impact on music, entertainment, and community. News Directory 3 presents this exclusive coverage of the iconic artists and their memorable moments. Discover what’s next for these legendary performers and the future of the BET Awards.
Mariah Carey, Snoop Dogg Honored at BET Awards
The 2025 BET Awards celebrated it’s 25th anniversary by bestowing its ultimate Icon Award on Mariah Carey, Jamie Foxx, Kirk Franklin, and Snoop Dogg. The ceremony also featured a reunion of the show 106 & Park.
Kevin Hart hosted the event, billed as “Culture’s Biggest Night,” which recognized the honorees for their contributions to music, entertainment, advocacy, and community impact. Carey performed her latest single, “Type Risky.” Stevie Wonder surprised Foxx during his tribute. Snoop Dogg, introduced by Dr. Dre, delivered a medley of his hits, while Kirk Franklin closed the show with a gospel performance.
Lil Wayne, Leon Thomas, and Rayven Lenae also performed.A 106 & Park tribute featured Amerie, B2K, Jim Jones, and bow Wow. Kendrick Lamar led nominations with 10, followed by Drake, Doechii, Future, and GloRilla with six each.
Snoop Dogg, upon receiving his award, shared his thoughts on being an icon. “Being an icon ain’t about fame, it’s about legacy. It’s about what you build, what you leave behind, and who you lift up along the way,” he said before performing hits like “Drop It Like It’s Hot” and “Nuthin’ but a G’thang.”
Kirk Franklin, during his acceptance speech, thanked those who helped him. “I’m not person. I fail, I sin, I’m not a perfect Christian, I’m not a perfect husband, and we all know I’m not a perfect father. I’m not even a perfect artist, which makes this award even more amazing, because what I do don’t even make sense,” he said. “And if you’re listening to this, that’s how you know it’s God, when it don’t makes sense.” He then performed “Stomp,” “Silver & Gold,” and “Melodies From Heaven.”
What’s next
The BET Awards continue to celebrate Black excellence in music, entertainment, and culture, promising more iconic moments in the years to come.