“Give that man 10s across the board!” – Deon Cole
Kevin Hart proved once again why he’s Hollywood’s go-to funnyman — absolutely crushing his hosting duties at the 2025 BET Awards in downtown Los Angeles Monday night. From his opening monologue to his celebrity roasts and crowd-pleasing energy, Kevin delivered what many are calling a masterclass in live show hosting.
Hollywood Reacts: “That’s How You Do It!”
📍TMZ Hip Hop was front and center after the show, catching the glowing reactions from celebrities who couldn’t stop praising the comedian’s performance:
- 🎤 Deon Cole gave Kevin a “10 out of 10” — no hesitation!
- 💬 Tamar Braxton declared, “He better host again in 2026!”
- 🗣️ Tiny Harris and Jermaine Dupri agreed — calling this year’s show “the best in a long time.”
- 🎙️ Even Kevin Gates jumped in, crediting the “Kevin” name for the magic. 😅
A-List Star Power Fueled the Night
Aside from Kevin’s hosting, the event was stacked with big names and unforgettable moments:
- 🏆 Kendrick Lamar swept multiple categories and showed up in person to accept his wins.
- ✨ Mariah Carey, Snoop Dogg, SZA, Lizzo, and Keke Palmer all graced the red carpet and stage — adding serious glamour and firepower.
After-Party Mayhem & ICE Protests Collide in DTLA
As the main show ended, the energy spilled into the streets of downtown L.A.:
- 🌃 Outside the after-party, stars like Jamie Foxx, Kai Cenat, Playboi Carti, and GloRilla were swarmed by fans — turning sidewalks into full-blown celebrity fan zones.
- ⚠️ Just blocks away, ICE protestors clashed with law enforcement, mobilized in response to orders from former President Donald Trump — creating an intense contrast between celebration and civil unrest.
Kevin Hart: The BET Awards MVP
From witty jabs at Cardi B and Stefon Diggs to emotional segues during powerful speeches, Kevin managed to keep the crowd laughing and listening — a rare balance that earned him universal praise.
🎯 The verdict?
Kevin Hart didn’t just host the show — he carried it, elevated it, and left everyone wanting more.
