Celebs Gush Over 2025 BET Awards in Downtown Los Angeles

Kevin Hart showcased a masterclass of hosting abilities at the 2025 BET Awards -- an opinion shared by his celebrity peers in real-time!!!

TMZ Hip Hop was everywhere on the scene after the BET Awards let out in DTLA last night ... Deon Cole gave us his review of K. Hart's performance -- a rousing 10/10!!!

Kevin Gates told us the hosting magic is all in the name, Tiny Harris and Jermaine Dupri felt this year's show was the best in a long time and Tamar Braxton thinks Kevin should return in 2026 ... it was a hit!!!

Kendrick Lamar showed up to accept a slew of awards, and A-listers such as Mariah Carey, Snoop Dogg, SZA, Lizzo and Keke Palmer also boosted the star power on the red carpet and inside the venue.

Outside the after-party, Jamie Foxx, Kai Cenat, Playboi Carti, and GloRilla were swarmed by fans ... truly highlighting the tale of two cities.