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.