Savage! Kevin Hart Unleashes Brutal Roasts on Diddy and Kanye in Scorching 2025 BET Awards Monologue
Kevin Hart returned to the BET Awards stage Monday night with fire in his heart and jokes that scorched the room. Hosting the 2025 ceremony at the Peacock Theatre in Los Angeles, Hart didn’t hold back—delivering a fearless, no-holds-barred monologue that took aim at some of the most controversial names in hip-hop today, including Sean “Diddy” Combs, Kanye West, and Cardi B.
From the very first moments of his opening remarks, it was clear the night would be different. No one was safe. And Hart made that known with his trademark mix of humor, charisma, and raw honesty.
No Afterparties – A Not-So-Subtle Jab at Diddy
The comedian kicked off the night with a surprising announcement: “I’m shutting down the idea of afterparties,” Hart said. “No afterparties tonight. None. Take your asses home after this. That’s why I did it on a Monday. People gotta go to work tomorrow. No afterparties.”
To the casual listener, it might have sounded like a quirky scheduling decision. But everyone in the room—and everyone watching—knew exactly what Hart was referencing.
The shade was unmistakable. Diddy, currently embroiled in a major legal scandal, is facing serious federal charges including sex trafficking, racketeering conspiracy, and coercion. His infamous afterparties, often hosted in luxury hotels around the world, have become synonymous with the darker allegations now tied to his name.
“That’s where s*** gets slippery—at them goddamn afterparties,” Hart added. The laughter in the room was uneasy, a mix of shock and amusement. “We’re learning a lot about people, ain’t we? We’re learning a lot…”
Hart never named Diddy directly. He didn’t have to. The implications were as loud as the applause that followed.
“Kevin Hart: Don’t Let Kanye In!”
Next up on Hart’s hit list: Kanye West. Or, as Hart put it, the guy who’s always “out front, waiting for someone to let him in.”
Referencing Ye’s bizarre and controversial appearance at the Grammy Awards earlier this year—where his wife Bianca Censori raised eyebrows with a nearly nude look—Hart mocked the spectacle with biting wit.
“Oh s***, it’s Kanye,” he said, mimicking a panicked phone call. “Yep, he says he’s out front, he’s waiting for somebody to invite him in.”
Hart then quipped, “We all saw Sinners. Don’t let his ass in here, so he can fight somebody, so he can fight Playboi Carti again, okay? Nobody let Kanye in, no! Not tonight!”
It was a hilarious take on Ye’s ever-unpredictable behavior, and the crowd ate it up.
Cardi B Gets Roasted—Then Respected
Even Cardi B wasn’t safe from Hart’s roast-fest.
Hart took aim at a viral video of the “WAP” rapper partying on a yacht over Memorial Day weekend with her boyfriend, NFL star Stefon Diggs. In the video, Diggs was seen handing out a mysterious pink substance in a small bag—sparking widespread speculation and a fair share of memes.
“No yachts, no boats,” Hart said. “Cardi B, no pink stuff. What the f***, none of that stuff!”
While the joke drew plenty of laughs, Hart made sure to balance the ribbing with recognition.
“The women in hip-hop are doing such amazing things,” he continued, pivoting into a moment of genuine appreciation. “I told you guys—it’s a matter of giving flowers, so I wanna make sure I celebrate this correctly.”
He then shouted out Cardi B, Megan Thee Stallion, Latto, Doechii, and other female rap artists, praising their impact and creativity. “You guys are all doing amazing things,” he said, earning cheers from the crowd.
A Monologue That Cut Deep—and Hit Big
What made Hart’s monologue so powerful wasn’t just the humor—it was the truth behind it. With precision and bravery, Hart tackled subjects others might have avoided entirely. In a year when headlines have been dominated by scandals, lawsuits, and industry upheaval, his comedy became a mirror—reflecting not only the absurdity but the gravity of it all.
There’s a reason Kevin Hart continues to be one of the most sought-after hosts in entertainment. He knows how to walk the tightrope between comedy and commentary—and this year, he didn’t just walk it, he danced across it.
In a single monologue, Hart managed to entertain, provoke, and challenge the culture—all while making the BET Awards one of the most talked-about shows of 2025.
If anyone thought he’d play it safe, they were sorely mistaken.
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