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Kendrick Lamar is the leading nominee for next month’s BET Awards.
The rap megastar earned 10 nominations on Thursday, including for album of the year for his highly-acclaimed project GNX, the network announced.
His diss track Not Like Us, emanating from the Drake feud, received nominations for video of the year and viewer’s choice award.
Lamar made waves with his Grammy triumph, winning song and record of the year for Not Like Us.
He followed up with a groundbreaking Super Bowl halftime show, becoming the first solo hip-hop performer to headline the coveted slot. He is currently on the Grand National Tour with SZA.
Doechii, Drake, Future and GloRilla tied for the second-most nominations with six. Metro Boomin pulled in five nods, while SZA and The Weeknd each scored four.
Kevin Hart is expected to bring the funny as host of the awards show, celebrating its 25th anniversary.
The comedian-actor, who hosted the BET Awards in 2011, called this year’s ceremony a “black-tie affair”.
“It’s a chance to reflect, cherish and honour life’s unforgettable moments,” Hart said in a statement.
The awards will air live on June 9 from the Peacock Theatre in Los Angeles.
There’s a competitive list of top-notch actors looking to take home the top award in their category, which includes Colman Domingo, Denzel Washington, Jamie Foxx, Sterling K Brown and Will Smith.
For best actress, the nominees include: Angela Bassett, Cynthia Erivo, Kerry Washington, Viola Davis and Zendaya.
Stephen Curry, Lebron James, Simone Biles, Angel Reese and Jalen Hurts are among the sports stars competing for awards.
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