DJ Khaled will return as the host of the BET Hip Hop Awards this year.
The record producer announced the news on Instagram.
In a press release issued to The Hollywood Reporter, Khaled said, “I am so excited to host the BET Hip Hop Awards for a second year. This is such an iconic show that highlights the hustle of hip hop artists in the industry.
“It is a huge honour to be a part of a night that pays homage to some of the greatest talent of our generation and I’m looking forward to the amazing performances and tributes. You know I’ll be bringing the cloth talk and the keys Hip Hop Awards 2017 is going to be major!”
Along with Cardi B and Kendrick Lamar, Khaled leads the way with nine nominations heading into this year’s ceremony. The chart-topping producer is up for album of the year, single of the year and DJ of the year, among other honours.
The awards show is set to be held October 6 in Miami.
