June 2025

The final leg of the Triple Crown runs from Saratoga again this year, while the Belmont track undergoes renovations. The spotlight’s on Sovereignty, the surprise Kentucky Derby champ. But Preakness winner Journalism (the horse, not the industry) is coming in hot.

Cynthia Erivo hosts Broadway’s biggest night, live from Radio City Music Hall. Three shows — Buena Vista Social Club, Death Becomes Her, and Maybe Happy Ending — lead with 10 nods each. Also getting his flowers: Harvey Fierstein, who’s taking home a lifetime achievement award.

The 25th BET Awards are here, and they’re going big. Kevin Hart makes his long-awaited comeback as host. Performers include Lil Wayne and Teyana Taylor. And four greats — Mariah Carey, Jamie Foxx, Kirk Franklin, and Snoop Dogg — will share the Ultimate Icon Award. Meanwhile Kendrick Lamar’s most winningest season is set to continue: The rapper leads the night in overall nominations.