The 2021 BET Awards are right around the corner, and we're looking back at some of the most memorable red carpet moments from previous award shows.
Bringing together the biggest names in entertainment and sports, the annual event, which will be hosted by Taraji P. Henson, honors the year's achievements in music, film, television and sports while also paying tribute to the stars that have been paving the way and using their platform to inspire change.
This year, Megan Thee Stallion and DaBaby are among the top contenders, each nabbing seven nominations. Plus, Patrick Mahomes, Serena Williams, Zendaya, Drake, Cardi B and the late Chadwick Boseman also scored nominations. So, needless to say, the BET Awards—held in person at Microsoft Theater in Los Angeles unlike last year's virtual show—is going to be a star-studded, must-see event.
Now, to get ready for the June 27 show, let's take a trip down memory lane.
Keep scrolling to relieve some of the greatest BET Award red carpet memories that we'll never forget:
Beyoncé, Kelly Rowland and Michelle Williams proved to be the ultimate trio with their matching ensembles at the first-ever BET Awards.
The "Nasty" singer's torso-baring crop top and skirt combo still remains one of her most iconic looks to date.
The "Crush On You" rapper turned heads in this paisley set, which was comprised of a triangle bikini-styled top and a matching kimono.
Paying homage to Spongebob Squarepants, the "What'Chu Like" rapper brought the fun with this unforgettable ensemble.
In one of the cutest BET Award red carpet moments ever, the "Whip My Hair" singer gave dad Will Smith a sweet shout-out with her Fresh Prince of Bel-Air tee. Later in the evening, the brother-sister duo won the YoungStars Award.
The Ray actor made a poignant statement on the red carpet by wearing a shirt that featured an image of Trayvon Martin, a 17-year-old who was killed earlier that year.
The father-daughter pair posed for photos together while sporting matching bedazzled masks.
Proving they're the best of friends, the stars served up a memorable twinning moment in their matching white suits.
The "Girl On Fire" singer attended the 2016 BET Awards makeup-free, creating one of her most iconic beauty looks.
Marking one of their first red carpets together, the "Higher" hitmaker and his baby boy looked adorable as they made their way into the big show.
Arriving in style, the "Tightrope" singer made a bold statement with her rainbow gown, which she wore in celebration of Pride Month.
In his first red carpet appearance since being released from jail in April 2018, the "Going Bad" rapper made a powerful statement with his ensemble.
The "Go Loko" rapper paid tribute to the late Nipsey Hussle, who passed away earlier that year in January, with his ensemble, rocking a leather jacket that featured a portrait of the fallen musician on it.
The "Old Town Road" rapper made his BET Award debut with a stylish aqua blue suit, adding some flare to the carpet with its mismatched prints.
For her first BET Awards, the "Juice" singer also opted for a bold outfit. Taking to Instagram after the big event, she said, "No I'm not a branch at all look baby I'm the whole damn tree."
This "Icy Grl" wowed in a genie-inspired look.
He stopped the show in floral Richard Quinn suit.
Have mercy! She stunned in this Valentino gown.
The rapper looked slayed in a white Jean Paul Gaultier gown.
The 2021 BET Awards will air live from the Microsoft Theater in Los Angeles on Sunday, June 27 at 8 p.m. ET on BET.