The stage is set, the red carpet is ready and the stars are gathered in Los Angeles for the 2013 BET Awards. Set to air tomorrow, June 30 at 8pm EST, the network’s annual celebration of black entertainment rarely disappoints with musical performances, hilarious skits and surprise appearances. We have a feeling that this year will be its biggest.
Click through the pages for five things we’re looking forward to.
It’s been a minute since the Friday actor hit the silver screen. He was hilarious back then, but can he retain that same magic for his hosting gig? We can’t wait to see what he has up his sleeve for the star-studded audience.
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As one of the night’s biggest performers, we can’t recall him ever performing on the BET Awards stage. He rarely disappoints when it comes to live performances, so we’ll go ahead and say that J.T. will be one of the night’s biggest and best highlights.
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Red Carpet Fashion
What’s an awards show without designer duds? Before and during the show, we’ll be looking for the best and worst dressed stars at the big event. Check out 20 of our favorite past looks here.
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We think it’s safe to say that 2013 is Wade’s year. Fresh off a NBA Championship, the single father is set to receive BET’s annual Humanitarian Award for his charitable work off the court. As one half of our favorite couple, we’re looking forward to seeing him honored by the BET community.
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Twitter Commentary
The only thing funnier than the host is the input of the viewers on social media. We’ll be live tweeting and expect to see a bevy of reactions to performances, fashion and general show fodder in the Twittersphere.