DMX will be honored with a special tribute at the 2021 BET Awards set to air live (and in-person) on Sunday, June 27th. The tribute is being curated by producer Swizz Beatz, who had a longstanding friendship with the late musician and will include standout performances from Busta Rhymes, Method Man, Swizz Beatz, Griselda, and a special appearance by Michael K. Williams.
DMX Exodus
A new song from DMX’s upcoming posthumous album, EXODUS, will be performed. BET will celebrate the life and music of DMX from his early beginnings with the iconic hip-hop label, Ruff Ryders to now.
BET previously announced a star-studded performer line-up which includes; Andra Day, City Girls, DaBaby, DJ Khaled, H.E.R., Jazmine Sullivan, Kirk Franklin, Lil Baby, Lil Durk, Migos, Moneybagg Yo!, Rapsody, Roddy Ricch, Tyler The Creator, and many more. Queen Latifah will be honored with the prestigious “Lifetime Achievement Award.” Taraji P. Henson will host the event.
In the nominations run… Megan Thee Stallion and DaBaby lead the pack with seven nods a piece. Cardi B and Drake both have five noms each. Who will take home Album of the Year? Find out here!
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