2021 BET Awards: Late Rapper DMX To Be Honoured During Event

Late hip hop icon DMX is set to be honoured with a special tribute at the 2021 edition of the BET Awards.

According to reports, the tribute will be curated by music producer Swizz Beatz who was a longtime friend of the deceased rapper and will include performances from Busta Rhymes, Method Man, Griselda, and a special appearance by Michael K. Williams.

The 2021 BET Awards will celebrate the life of DMX from the beginning of his music career with label Ruff Ryders up until the time of his demise. The celebration will be by debuting a song from DMX's upcoming posthumous album Exodus.

DMX | Image Source: Instagram

The event is scheduled to air live on Monday, June 28, 2021, on BET Africa (DSTV channel 129) at 1:00 WAT/2:00 CAT. Viewers can also watch the repeat at 19:00 WAT/20:00 CAT on the same day.

Connie Orlando, the Executive Vice President of Specials, Music Programming & Music Strategy, said: "We look forward to celebrating DMX’s indelible mark in music and pop culture.

"DMX inspired fans around the world with his signature raspy voice, the delivery of raw emotion through his lyrics and performances, and his giving spirit.

"We are proud to pay our respects to a hip-hop legend on our biggest stage, the BET Awards."