Ashanti, Bow Wow, B2K lead 106 & Park tribute at 2025 BET Awards

Ashanti performs "Happy", "Rock Wit U (Aww Baby)" & “Foolish” at the 2025 #BETAwards pic.twitter.com/ZPhxLkIKtk

The tribute kicked off with former host Keshia Chanté introducing Ashanti—who made history as the first artist to have a video retired on the show. The R&B star performed a smooth medley of her early 2000s hits “Happy” and “Foolish,” drawing cheers from the crowd. Jim Jones followed with a high-energy rendition of his anthem “Ballin’,” setting the tone for Amerie’s lively recreation of her “1 Thing” dance routine.

Keeping the momentum going, Terrence J hit the stage to introduce Keyshia Cole. The singer delivered an emotional performance of “I Should Have Cheated,” which had the entire crowd singing along. Mya continued the nostalgic wave with her 2000 hit “Case of the Ex,” paired with a routine reminiscent of her original video. Shortly after, hosts Julissa Bermudez and Big Tigger brought out Atlanta legend T.I., who fired up the audience with a medley of his hits “Bring Em Out” and “What You Know.”

Longtime co-host Free made a solo appearance, taking viewers back to 106 & Park’s early years. She upped the excitement by reuniting all four members of B2K—Omarion, Lil Fizz, Raz B, and J-Boog—who performed their chart-topping hit “Bump, Bump, Bump,” with Fizz handling Diddy’s original verse.

Finally, Mr. 106 & Park himself, Bow Wow, closed out the tribute with a string of fan favorites including “Take Ya Home” and “Like You.” He then brought out longtime collaborator Jermaine Dupri for a surprise finale performance of “Fresh Azimiz.”

Capping off the tribute, Cam Newton and Ashley Nicole Moss announced 106 & Sports, a new BET series inspired by the original countdown show, set to debut this fall.