BET AWARDS 2016: Who’s Performing, Who’s Nominated & Who Wants To Win

It’s that time of year again. The biggest night in Black music is upon us and we’re anticipating a grand ole’
ratchet time. Hosted by Black-ish stars Anthony Anderson and Tracee Ellis Ross, the 2015 BET Awards will hit the Staples Center Sunday, June 28, at 8P/7C bringing with it a fierce red carpet, star-studded list of performers and presenters.

Here’s everything you need to know about the show.

Who’s Performing?

Celebs like Chris Brown, Kendrick Lamar, Nicki Minaj, Ne-Yo, Big Sean, Meek Mill, Future, Tamar Braxton, Omarion, Tyga, Jidenna, the cast of Empire and more will hit the stage at the 2015 BET Awards. But we’re even more excited to see Ciara, Jason Derulo and Tinashe tackle some of Janet’s greatest moves in an all-star tribute to Janet Jackson, who will receive BET’s inaugural Ultimate Icon: Music Dance Visual Award.

“This is Janet Jackson, people! We are excited beyond belief to present her with our inaugural ULTIMATE ICON: Music Dance Visual award and we are thrilled that she chose the BET Awards as the first step on her new road,” Stephen G. Hill, BET’s President of Programming said. “An inspiration to many other artists, ‘Ms. Jackson’ (’cause I’m nasty) blends music, dance and visuals in unique and groundbreaking ways and we look forward to celebrating her storied history… as well as giving the BET Awards audience a peek into her Unbreakable future.”

Touché.

Chris Brown, Nicki Minaj & Beyonce Lead The 2015 BET Nominations

BEST MALE R&B/POP ARTIST

Chris Brown will face off against August Alsina, John Legend, The Weeknd, Trey Songz and Usher in the "Best Male R&B/ Pop Artist" category.

BEST MALE HIP HOP ARTIST

This is tough. J. Cole, Kendrick Lamar and Drake had incredible albums this years. But only one can take home the award for "Best Male Hip Hop Artist." Big Sean, Common and Wale were also nominated.

BEST FEMALE R&B/POP ARTIST

Of course Beyonce is a shoo-in for "Best Female R&B/Pop Artist," but Ciara, Janelle Monae, Jhene Aiko, K. Michelle and Rihanna aren't going down without a fight!

BEST FEMALE HIP HOP ARTIST

While she has some competition this year, Nicki Minaj is the top contender for "Best Female Hip Hop Artist" in a category with Dej Loaf, Iggy Azalea, Tink Trina and Azealia Banks.

BEST GROUP

Rae Sremmurd's summer hit "No Type" earned them a nomination for "Best Group" against Rich Gang, Young Money, Migos, Jodeci and A$AP Mob

BEST COLLABORATION

After snagging an Academy Award for their collaboration "Glory," John Legend and Common will take on August Alsina and Nicki Minaj, Big Sean and E-40, Chris Brown/ Lil Wayne and Tyga, Chris Brown/Usher and Rick Ross and Mark Ronson and Bruno Mars for "Best Collaboration" at the BET Awards.

BEST NEW ARTIST

Bobby Shmurda kept us hitting our "Shmoney Dance" all summer with his infectious super hit "Hot N*ggas," which made him an obvious choice for "Best New Artist. He's in the running with Dej Loaf, Fetty Wap, Rae Sremmurd, Sam Smith and Tinashe.

PERFORMERS

KEVIN HART It's been an extraordinary year for Kevin. We're sure the jokes will keep coming when he hits the STAPLES Center. BUY TICKETS NOW

NICKI MINAJ The "Harajuku Barbie" and her beautiful talent will fill the STAPLES Center. BUY TICKETS NOW

TINASHE Diva-in training Tinashe plans to make the STAPLES Center crowd swoon. BUY TICKETS NOW

KENDRICK LAMAR ap's current poet laureate will be on deck for a Saturday night full of authentic West Coast hip hop at the STAPLES Center at L.A. Live. BUY TICKETS NOW.

SCHOOLBOY Q The Black Hippy crew MC joins the rest of Top Dawg Entertainment's finest for the most official West Coast reunion of all time. BUY TICKETS NOW

JAY ROCK Rounding out the Black Hippy set is none other than the Watts, Calif., native who'll bring honest street music to the STAPLES Center stage. BUY TICKETS NOW

DOUG E. FRESH  Don't miss your chance to see the world's greatest entertainer at Club Nokia in L.A.BUY TICKETS NOW

MIGUEL Since his sophomore album, Kaleidoscope Dream, we've been patiently awaiting new music. Here's an opportunity to see him kill it at Club Nokia in L.A. BUY TICKETS NOW

BELL BIV DEVOE

Super producers Jimmy Jam and Terry Lewis suggested the trio get together post New Edition. They took their advice and won't hesitate to rock the crowd at Club Nokia. BUY TICKETS NOW

THE ROOTS

They've been letting crowds get a taste of their phenomenal musicianship for years and this year will be even better when they hit Club Nokia. BUY TICKETS NOW

JERMAINE DUPRI He'll be one of our VIP DJ's on the one's and two's during BETX.PERFORMING AT THE FREE FAN FEST.

BIG TIGGER Anything Big Tigger puts his hands on is sure to turn up; as a VIP DJ we're sure the wheels of steel are no different.PERFORMING AT THE FREE FAN FEST.

JANELLE MONAE AND WONDALAND We're ready for every trick she has up her sleeves when she takes the BETX stage presented by Nissan with her talented gang of artists.PERFORMING AT THE FREE FAN FEST.

DEJ LOAF

Detroit's most infectious rapper is prepared to take over the BETX stage with her brand of unfiltered heat.PERFORMING AT THE FREE FAN FEST.

CYPRESS HILL B-Real and the crew bring their insane rap/rock sound to the L.A. to the Bay showcase.PERFORMING AT THE FREE FAN FEST.

RAURY Hailing from ATL, he brings his brand of alternative hip hop to the BETX New Fire stage.PERFORMING AT THE FREE FAN 

TINKWith five mixtapes under her belt and a soon-to-be released album, Tink is part of the dynamic BETX New Fire lineup.PERFORMING AT THE FREE FAN FEST.

NEF THE PHARAOH

Soon the world will recognize his greatness. The Bay Area and Sacremento-native plans to make us all believers on the BETX stage.PERFORMING AT THE FREE FAN FEST.

JASMINE V #3 Most Powerful Women on Twitter, she'll share her talent with us at the Flava Zone stage at BETX. PERFORMING AT THE FREE FAN FEST.

TIMOTHY BLOOM He's written for Chris Brown and more, plus he's known for his own brand of Rock & Soul. See him at AT&T Live. PERFORMING AT THE FREE FAN FEST.

ANDRA DAY The songstress has something sweet to share with us on the Flava Zone stage.PERFORMING AT THE FREE FAN FEST.

KAYLA BRIANNA  Daughter of Kenny "The Jet" Smith; Hear some of her infectious music on the AT&T Live stage. PERFORMING AT THE FREE FAN FEST.

ADRIAN MARCEL

The Oakland-native plans to spread his Cali love all over the stage at AT&T Live.PERFORMING AT THE FREE FAN FEST.

DJ MAL-SKI

He speaks the language of music fluently at BETX's Flava Zone stage.PERFORMING AT THE FREE FAN FEST.

DEE - 1

Dee - 1 has a major catalogue that you can see him perform live on the Music Matters stage presented by Nissan.PERFORMING AT THE FREE FAN FEST.

LECRAE

He's earned the respect of all his hip hop peers. Watch him live on the Music Matters stage presented by Nissan.PERFORMING AT THE FREE FAN FEST.

DJ BUDDHA He's bringing his unique sound to the BETX Presents Carnival and El Barrio stages.PERFORMING AT THE FREE FAN FEST.

MLKMN No one can combine the sounds of Mexica and Texas like MLKMN. Catch him at the BETX El Barrio. PERFORMING AT THE FREE FAN FEST.

DJ EL DUSTY A marquee mix-master known for his dance mixes and eclectic mash-ups. Watch him work the BETX El Barrio. PERFORMING AT THE FREE FAN FEST.

KREESHA TURNER The Canadian-Jamaican songstress brings a beautiful blend of jazz, hip hop and soul to BETX. PERFORMING AT THE FREE FAN FEST.

GYPTIAN The reggae crooner brings the heat to L.A. Live with his irie blend of island flavor to the BETX Presents Carnival stage.PERFORMING AT THE FREE FAN FEST.

MR. VEGAS A certified reggae legend, Mr. Vegas brings his trademark dancehall sound to L.A. for the BETX Carnival. PERFORMING AT THE FAN FEST.

NE-YO The gentleman of R&B plans to show off his effortless swag and soulful voice on the STAPLES Center stage with Nicki Minaj.BUY TICKETS NOW

RAE SREMMURD There's no doubt that brothers Swae Lee and Slim Jimmy will make the STAPLES Center stage go all the way up with Nicki Minaj.BUY TICKETS NOW

ICE CUBE Yayee yay! The rapper/activist plans to bring back some of that West Coast swag to the STAPLES Center. BUY TICKETS NOW

SNOOP DOGG The OG of performance plans to blaze the STAPLES Center stage. BUY TICKETS NOW

AB-SOUL As one-fourth of Black Hippy, Ab-Soul will be at the STAPLES Center at L.A. Live alongside Jay Rock and Kendrick. BUY TICKETS NOW

ERYKAH BADU The queen of all things artistic, this singing great and muse will bring everyone into her glorious world at Club Nokia along with the Roots. BUY TICKETS NOW

CASEY VEGGIES Get yourself a plate of Casey Veggies - one real, proficient hip hop newcomer who's showcasing his L.A. swag. PERFORMING AT THE FREE FAN FEST.

VINCE STAPLES The "Hell Can Wait" EP creator looks forward to rocking his hometown crowd.PERFORMING AT THE FREE FAN FEST.

TOO $HORT The East Oakland legend returns to BETX as part of the L.A. to the Bay showcase.PERFORMING AT THE FREE FAN FEST.

DJ MARCELLUS WILEY  The pro-baller's got another set of his skills he's ready to flaunt as a VIP DJ during BETX. PERFORMING AT THE FREE FAN FEST.

DJ CARISMA She's guaranteed to keep the tunes rocking during the L.A. to the Bay showcase at BETX. PERFORMING AT THE FREE FAN FEST.

DJ AMEN Let the West Coast say: "Amen!" Alongside DJ Carisma, DJ Amen will have the L.A. to the Bay showcase on their feet.PERFORMING AT THE FREE FAN FEST.

JORDAN BRATTON Jordan Bratton has a unique combo of swag and style; He'll show you! PERFORMING AT THE FREE FAN FEST.

SNOW THA PRODUCT The MC raps about her struggles as the daughter of undocumented workers. Listen to the femcee's stories at El Barrio.PERFORMING AT THE FREE FAN FEST.

ANDY MINEO Christian rap star Andy Mineo brings his quirky rhymes to the Music Matters stage presented by Nissan. PERFORMING AT THE FREE FAN FEST.

TARRALYN RAMSEY Witness her dynamic sound on the Music Matters stage presented by Nissan.PERFORMING AT THE FREE FAN FEST.

LOS RAKAS The Oakland-based duo will present their unique blend of hip hop, reggaeton and dancehall at the BETX El Barrio.PERFORMING AT THE FREE FAN FEST.

MACHEL MONTANO The Carribbean superstar comes to BETX to deliver a healthy does of soca.PERFORMING AT THE FREE FAN FEST.

KEVIN ROSS The D.C. native invokes the spirit of Motown in his music, so be prepared for a distinct sound on the AT&T Live stage.PERFORMING AT THE FREE FAN FEST.