Get ready for a spectacular performance from Will Smith this weekend! The 55-year-old Oscar-winning actor and musician is set to take the stage at the 2024 BET Awards with a brand new original song.
On Monday, June 24, BET announced that Will Smith will be delivering a live performance at the highly anticipated event, which will take place on Sunday, June 30. This marks a thrilling return to music for the multifaceted star, known for his journey from rapper to beloved actor and global icon.
“From his start as a rapper to The Fresh Prince to being a box office king as one of the Bad Boys, Will Smith is truly a global icon, and we are honored to welcome him back to grace the BET Awards stage,” Connie Orlando, EVP of Specials, Music Programming & Music Strategy at BET, shared in a statement with Deadline.
She added, “We look forward to Will adding to yet another defining night for the culture that is not to be missed.”
Will Smith’s upcoming performance is set to be a highlight of the night and follows his surprise appearance during J Balvin’s set at Coachella in April, where he wowed the audience with his unexpected energy and charisma. This return to the music stage has fans eagerly anticipating what he will bring to the BET Awards.
The 2024 BET Awards, hosted by the ever-talented Taraji P. Henson, promises to be an unforgettable evening celebrating the best in Black entertainment and culture. The event will air live on Sunday, June 30, at 8 p.m. ET/PT on BET.
Smith’s new song and performance are particularly exciting for fans who have followed his career from his early days in hip-hop to his reign as a Hollywood superstar. Known for hits like “Summertime” and “Gettin’ Jiggy wit It,” Will Smith’s music career laid the foundation for his successful transition to television and film. His return to the BET Awards stage is a nod to his musical roots and a testament to his enduring appeal and versatility as an entertainer.
