# BET's Black & LGBTQ+ Soiree: Laverne Cox Hosts

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Podcast: [R&B Music News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!](https://stenobird.com/podcast/r-b-music-news-today-2-min-news-the-daily-news-now-7630177)
Published: 2026-05-16T08:38:38+00:00
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## Resource

BETs Black Plus Iconic Soiree returns on May 23, 2026, at MGM National Harbor, Maryland, celebrating Black and LGBTQ+ culture. Emmy nominee Laverne Cox hosts, comedian Lavelle Dontae covers the red carpet, and Grammy nominee Tweet performs. The event honors community leaders, uplifts voices, and captures moments for a streaming experience, emphasizing progress and visibility. Support the show: Get a discount at https://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/cd2c126e6e8ee9f8

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