BET Media Group will celebrate the 25th anniversary of legendary music video countdown show 106 & Park with a can’t-miss tribute at “BET Awards” 2025, LIVE on Tuesday, June 10, on BET DStv Chanel 129 and GOtv Channel 21. Beloved former hosts AJ Calloway, Free, Julissa Bermudez, Keshia Chanté, Rocsi Diaz, and Terrence J will reunite on stage for a nostalgic celebration of the show that shaped a generation. The tribute will feature electrifying performances from previous host and Mr. 106 & Park, Bow Wow, Amerie, B2K, Jim Jones, Mya, T.I., and more, bringing back the culture-defining energy, music and moments of 106 & Park.
The BET daily music video and interview series shaped an entire generation’s relationship with music. Packed with appearances from the hottest stars in R&B and Hip-Hop, the show quickly became a staple for lovers of Hip-Hop culture as the must-see after-school television event following its premiere on September 11, 2000.
“106 & Park was more than just a music countdown show; it was the heartbeat of Black youth culture and one of the highest-rated BET programs for over a decade,” stated Scott Mills, President and CEO at BET. “From Freestyle Friday to unforgettable live performances, it launched careers, influenced fashion, and became a platform where voices, style, and sound converged. 106 & Park both celebrated and fueled many of the most important musical and culture evolutions that occurred during its two-and-a-half-decade tenure.”
“106 & Park served as a cultural touchstone, embodying the energy, creativity and authenticity of a generation,” stated Connie Orlando, EVP of Specials, Music Programming & Music Strategy at BET. “It provided artists a direct connection to their fans, transforming everyday moments into lasting memories. The show’s legacy continues to influence how we engage with music, connect with talent, and celebrate Black creativity. We are thrilled to commemorate 25 years of this iconic series at this year’s BET Awards.”
106 & Park Activations During Culture’s Biggest Week:
● The 106 & Park 25th Anniversary celebration will launch at this year’s BET Experience (BETX) Fan Fest live from the 106 & Park stage at the Los Angeles Convention Center, on Saturday, June 7 and Sunday, June 8. The weekend will kick off on Saturday with a reimagined Freestyle Friday Battle, spotlighting emerging artists and featuring a variety of surprise guest appearances.
● The experience continues at BETX on Sunday, June 8, where some of the show’s iconic hosts will take center stage to reminisce on their favorite moments and engage with fans in an immersive recreation of the original 106 & Park set. Complete with photo ops, musical performances and nostalgic moments, the installation will reintroduce the beloved series to a new generation, while giving longtime fans a chance to relive the magic.
● On Tuesday,10 June, 106 & Park host Terrence J will honor the legendary program from the “BET Awards” red carpet during this year’s “Red Carpet Live” pre-show, airing LIVE on BET at 11:00 pm WAT, 9 June. The tribute will feature a classic freestyle battle, an exclusive world premiere music video, and iconic throwback performances. Mr. 106 & Park, Bow Wow, will also host BET Social LIVE from the red carpet.
● For the grand finale, the LIVE broadcast of this year’s “BET Awards” will deliver a powerful tribute featuring unforgettable performances by artists from 106 & Park’s most memorable episodes and the return of its beloved hosts, each of whom helped to define the show’s legacy.
The 25th Anniversary of “BET Awards” – Culture’s Biggest Night – will air LIVE on BET from the Peacock Theater in Los Angeles on Tuesday, 10 June, 2025, at 01:00 WAT. This milestone event will honor 25 years of cultural excellence, spotlighting the most influential names in music, film, television, and sports.
Registration for the free, 2-day BETX Fan Fest opens soon—stay tuned to BETExperience.com for updates and more announcements. “BET Experience” 2025 is co-produced by Live Nation Urban.
To apply for media credentials for “BET Awards” 2025 click here: BET Awards Media Credential.
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About 106 & Park
Created by Stephen G. Hill, 106 & Park premiered its first episode on September 11, 2000, kicking off a legendary 3,710-episode run. Initially produced in East Harlem, the show’s name was inspired by its first home—NEP’s Metropolis Studios—at East 106th Street and Park Avenue. Jermaine Dupri and Lil Bow Wow were the inaugural guests, setting the tone for the star power that would follow. The show was first hosted by A.J. Calloway and Free, whose chemistry became an instant hit with viewers. In 2005, Big Tigger and Julissa Bermudez stepped in, followed by Terrence J and Rocsi Diaz in 2006, who ushered in a new era until Bow Wow joined as co-host in 2012. The final chapter featured a rotating cast including Miss Mykie, Paigion, Shorty da Prince, Angela Simmons, and Keshia Chanté, leading up to the show’s finale on December 19, 2014.
About BET Media Group
The BET Media Group, a unit of Paramount (NASDAQ: PARAA; PARA), is the world’s largest media company dedicated to entertaining, engaging, and empowering the Black community and championing Black culture. Connecting Black audiences through a portfolio of brands including BET, BET+, BET Gospel, BET HER, BET International, BET Jams, BET Soul, BET Studios, and VH1, the BET Media Group is a thriving media ecosystem of leading interconnected platforms across cable TV, streaming, digital, studios, live events and international. For more information about BET, visit www.bet.com and follow @BET on social platforms. For more BET news announcements, visit betpressroom.com.
About BET Awards
“BET Awards” is one of the most-watched award shows on cable television, according to the Nielsen Company. The “BET Awards” franchise remains the #1 program in cable TV history among African-Americans, and it is the #1 telecast for BET every year. It recognizes the triumphs and successes of artists, entertainers, and athletes in a variety of categories.
About Jesse Collins Entertainment
Founded in 2012, Jesse Collins Entertainment (JCE) is a full-service Emmy winning production company that has played an integral role in producing many of television’s most memorable moments in music entertainment. JCE’s award-winning and critically acclaimed television includes programming from its three divisions. From the scripted division: scripted series—Real Husbands of Hollywood, American Soul and miniseries—The New Edition Story and The Bobby Brown Story.
From the unscripted division: unscripted series – Tia Mowry: My Next Act, Gabrielle Union: My Journey to 50, Oh Hell No! With Marlon Wayans, Cardi Tries, My Killer Body with K. Michelle, DJ Cassidy’s Pass the Mic and Forward: The Future of Black Music, competition series— Hollywood Squares, Rhythm + Flow, Celebrity Squares, Becoming A Popstar, Sunday Best, Hip Hop Squares and Nashville Squares, talk shows – We Got Time Today, Yara Shahidi’s Day Off and Face to Face with Becky G, and children’s series—Bookmarks: Celebrating Black Voices (Daytime Emmy Award winner).
From the specials division: award shows—The Emmy Awards, The American Music Awards, The 2022 Golden Globes, BET Awards, Soul Train Awards, BET Hip Hop Awards, Black Girls Rock!, BET Honors, UNCF’s An Evening of Stars and ABFF Honors, specials—Beyoncé Bowl at the Baltimore Ravens vs. Houston Texans NFL 2024 Christmas Game, The Super Bowl Halftime Show (Primetime Emmy Award winner), Jimmy Fallon’s Holiday Seasoning Spectacular, Christmas in Rockefeller Center, The Light We Carry: Michelle Obama & Oprah Winfrey (Primetime Emmy® Award nominee), A GRAMMY Salute to 50 Years of Hip Hop, Lil Rel Howery: I said it.
Y’all thinking it., CNN’s Juneteenth: A Global Celebration of Freedom, Martin: The Reunion, John Lewis: Celebrating A Hero, Love & Happiness: An Obama Celebration, Change Together: From The March On Washington To Today, A GRAMMY Salute to the Sounds of Change, Stand Up for Heroes, Dear Mama, Amanda Seales: I Be Knowin’, Def Comedy Jam 25, Leslie Jones: Time Machine, The All-Star Nickmas Spectacular and Rip the Runway.
Emmy Award winner Jesse Collins is the Founder & CEO of Jesse Collins Entertainment and executive producer of all the JCE programming. He is also an executive producer for the annual GRAMMY Awards and produced the 2021 Oscars. Emmy winner Dionne Harmon is President. Emmy nominee Jeannáe Rouzan – Clay is Senior Vice President of Specials.
About Red Media Africa
Red Media Africa (www.redmediaafrica.com) is the PR & Empowerment Marketing division under the parent brand, RED. It focuses on using inspiration, empowerment, and action to help brands and organisations connect with their audiences, enhance their bottom line, and lead in their industries. It has 6 major practice areas: Corporate Practice, Technology Practice, SME Practice, Governance Practice, Faith Practice, and International Practice – with work for brands across Nigeria, Ghana, Kenya, and South Africa. It has been recognised with multiple local and international awards including the Gold SABRE Awards for PR Campaigns and the Young Lions PR competition for the next generation of creatives.
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