Rappers 2 Chainz and Big Sean also will take the stage at The Shrine Auditorium on July 1 in Los Angeles. They join previously announced performers Nicki Minaj and Chris Brown.
Comedians Kevin Hart and Cedric the Entertainer will present awards. Samuel L. Jackson will host.
Kanye West has the most nominations with seven. Beyonce follows with six, and her husband, Jay-Z, is up for five.
Usher’s competition for the top award includes two collaborative songs by Jay-Z and West, and two songs by Beyonce.
Hot963’s B-Swift will be at this year’s BET awards in LA giving you behind the scene coverage of this year’s show.
