Get Ready for the Greatest Night in Gospel Music: The 40th Stellar Gospel Music Awards
The 40th Stellar Gospel Music Awards are just around the corner, and the excitement is building! This year’s ceremony promises to be an unforgettable experience, celebrating 40 remarkable years of honoring the best in gospel music. Hosted by the legendary GRAMMY Award-winning duo BeBe & CeCe Winans, the awards show will premiere on August 30th at 8PM ET/7PM CT on the Stellar Network, with an encore presentation at 11PM ET/10PM CT. Don’t miss the encore on BET on August 31st at 8PM ET/7PM CT!
Performers and Presenters
This year’s event boasts an impressive lineup of performers, including:
– Newly Announced Performers:
– Jamal Roberts: Known for his soulful voice and uplifting music
– Jonathan McReynolds: A Grammy-winning artist and songwriter
– Todd Dulaney: A renowned gospel singer and worship leader
– New Direction Gospel Choir of Tennessee State University: A talented choir with a passion for gospel music
– Lisa Knowles-Smith: A veteran gospel singer with a powerful voice
– Previously Announced Performers:
– Adia: A rising star in the gospel music scene
– Donnie McClurkin: A gospel legend and multiple Stellar Award winner
– Tasha Cobbs Leonard: A Grammy-winning artist and worship leader
Special Guest Presenters
The ceremony will also feature special guest presenters, including:
– Lil Rel Howery: An American actor and comedian
– Dominique Perry: A talented presenter and host
– Dante Bowe: A rising star in the gospel music scene
– Isaac Carree: A veteran gospel singer and songwriter
– Trina Braxton: A singer, actress, and reality TV star
James Cleveland Lifetime Achievement Award
This year’s ceremony will also honor Central City Productions founder Don Jackson with the prestigious James Cleveland Lifetime Achievement Award. Jackson is the Executive Producer of the Stellar Awards and the founder of the all-new Stellar Network ¹.
STELLAR PLUS Experience
The STELLAR PLUS experience returns with two days of immersive industry and fan-focused events from August 14th to August 15th, 2025. This year’s event features special guests, including:
– Adam Blackstone: A talented musician and producer
– Dana Sorey: A renowned producer and songwriter
– Avery Sunshine: A soulful singer and songwriter
– Miles Minnick: A talented musician and producer
Broadcast and Streaming
The 40th Stellar Gospel Music Awards will premiere on various platforms, including ¹:
– Stellar Network: August 30th at 8PM ET/7PM CT and 11PM ET/10PM CT
– BET: August 31st at 8PM ET/7PM CT
– Bounce TV: September 28th at 1PM EST/12PM CT
– Broadcast Syndication: September 6-28, 2025
– Vizio and Xumo Play: Starting September 29th, 2025
Mark your calendars and get ready to celebrate the greatest night in gospel music! Visit (link unavailable) for more information and join the conversation using the hashtag #TheStellars.
