NEW YORK – FEBRUARY 02: Hosts Rocsi Diaz and Terrence J host a taping of BET’s “106th & Park” at BET Studios on February 2, 2010 in New York Metropolis. (Picture by Jemal Countess/Getty Pictures)
As onerous as it might be to consider, iconic music video countdown present “106th & Park” is popping 25 this yr. From it’s very first episode all the way in which again in 2000 till it went off the air in 2014, the present has given us greater than its justifiable share of memorable moments and noteworthy performances. And we’ve bought to speak about it.
From people who’ve since handed away like Aaliyah to nonetheless dwelling legends like Janet Jackson and extra, the present turned a cultural staple and extremely anticipated present that garnered a faithful fan base even after its remaining episode. That’s why it’s getting honored on the 2025 BET Awards in a particular tribute on June 9 and belief us after we say, followers are in for a deal with.
Not solely will it see the all earlier hosts come again–specifically AJ Calloway, Free, Terrence J, Rocsi Diaz, Bow Wow, Julissa Bermudez, and Keshia Chanté–it can additionally characteristic performances from a handful of dope artists. These confirmed to take the stage embrace Bow Wow himself, Amerie, B2K, Jim Jones, Mya, T.I., and extra.
So it’s in anticipation of the upcoming tribute and the awards present, we felt it becoming to have a look again at a few of the moments and musical acts that had us all speaking. Hold studying to get into the goodness!
Michelle Williams Fall Throughout Future’s Baby Efficiency
Let’s begin issues off sturdy with Michelle Williams taking a tumble throughout Future’s Baby efficiency of “Soldier” again in 2004. The second is one which Williams later revealed took her years to return and watch. Fortunately, she and all of the followers have moved previous it. However man, it was undoubtedly a significant spectacle on the time.
Aaliyah Provides Her Final Interview
Marking her first and final look on the present again in 2001, everybody’s favourite babygirl sat down on the 106 sofa to debate her movie “Queen of the Damned.” Sadly, simply 4 days later, Aaliyah would go away throughout a aircraft crash from The Bahamas.
Cassie’s Cringe Debut
Cassie, even she’d agree this efficiency was all types of dangerous. From the dearth of power to the whisper delicate vocals that didn’t translate that properly by way of the microphone, this entire factor was an enormous miss. However baddies have dangerous days too!
Ginuwine’s Additional AF “Pony” Efficiency
Similar ole G then, identical ole G now. Ginuwine’s “Pony”efficiency was simply so excessive and further, it undoubtedly deserved a spot on this record. The entire damage bit, the gown, it was really a sight to see.
Rocsi Diaz Walks Off
Although it’s been so a few years later, we’d nonetheless like to know why Terrence J stored jabbing at Rocsi on at the present time. It was very clear her annoyance was constructing and finally going to succeed in a breaking level. It’s no surprise why she did what she did on the finish.
August Alsina’s Iconic Angle
Now you already know we couldn’t do that with out mentioning August Alsina”s main perspective after he was requested about his rocky friendship with fellow singer Trey Songz. His phrases will without end dwell in our heads hire free.
50 Cent and Kanye West Go Head to Head
Within the “Conflict of the Titans” episode, each Kanye West and 50 Cent got here by the 106 stage to advertise their albums, “Commencement” and “Curtis,” respectively, that dropped on the identical day. What ensued was a present filled with enjoyable jabs and good music.
Bow Wow and Tyra Banks Share a Smooch
Mr 106 & Park himself a.ok.a. Bow Wow bought the second of a lifetime for the second time when Tyra Banks stopped by to advertise the most recent season of “America’s Subsequent Prime Mannequin.” We’ll allow you to watch the remaining for your self.
Usher Reveals His His True Confessions
In 2004, Usher would cease by the present to speak about his newest album “Confessions.” Given the stunning subject material, followers had been keen to listen to whether or not or not his music was based mostly off a real-life expertise for him or not.
Tom Cruise Will get Right down to Yung Joc
In a second that you simply simply needed to see to consider, Tom Cruise stopped by the 106 stage to advertise his new movie, “Mission Inconceivable III.” Whereas there he ended up getting down with Yung Joc’s hit on the time “It’s Goin Down,” hilariously hitting the dance strikes in entrance of everybody.
Sisqo Saying He’s the Finest R&B Performer, Interval
All of us love bravado relating to musicians and that’s precisely what we bought again in 2001 when Sisqo mentioned he was one of the best R&B singer within the recreation on the time and challenged anybody who thought they had been higher. Not an excessive amount of later, he would get a response from fellow singers Usher and R. Kelly.
Rocsi and Victor Cruz’s Salsa Dance-Off
Again in 2012, New York Giants participant Victor Cruz stopped by 106 and finally ended up in a salsa dance-off with cohost Rocsi. The dance was his landing dance on the time so it was solely proper that he showcase his strikes as soon as once more.
Drake Makes His Grand Return to the 106 Stage
After the discharge of 2013 album “Nothing Was the Similar,” Drake made a uncommon look on the present after not having been on it since his debut again in 2007. In consequence, he was met with mad love and appreciation from followers within the viewers.
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