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BET To Hold Hip Hop Awards Show In Las Vegas
The 2024 BET HIP HOP AWARDS will take place in LAS VEGAS on OCTOBER 8th. This marks the first time the show will be held in the city. The event will premiere on BET TUESDAY, OCTOBER 15th, at 8p ET/PT. BET will announce the venue soon.
The BET HIP HOP AWARDS began in 2006 and have mostly been held in ATLANTA, with exceptions in MIAMI in 2017-18 and multiple locations in 2020. FAT JOE has hosted the show for the past two years.
BET Pres./CEO SCOTT MILLS said, “BET is excited to bring BET HIP HOP AWARDS to a city known for its electrifying atmosphere and rich history of awe-inspiring entertainment. From the groundbreaking performances of legends like SAMMY DAVIS JR. and LENA HORNE, who shattered racial barriers, to today’s leading and emerging artists, LAS VEGAS’ vibrant energy reflects the innovation, soul, and storytelling that Black culture continuously contributes.”
BET EVP/Specials, Music Programming & Music Strategy CONNIE ORLANDO will oversee the production of the event and serve as an Exec. Producer. She will be joined by BET SVP/Specials & Music Programming JAMAL NOISETTE, as well as JESSE COLLINS, CEO/JESSE COLLINS ENTERTAINMENT. JEANNAE ROUZAN-CLAY and DIONNE HARMON will also contribute as Exec. Producers.
Performers and nominations will be announced soon. For more details, click here.