 | This article relies largely or entirely on a single source. (June 2015) |
| 1st BET Awards | |
|---|---|
| Date | June 19, 2001 |
| Location | Paris Hotel, Las Vegas, Nevada |
| Presented by | Black Entertainment Television |
| Hosted by | Steve Harvey Cedric the Entertainer |
| Television/radio coverage | |
| Network | BET |
The 1st BET Awards took place at the Paris Hotel in Las Vegas, Nevada on June 19, 2001. The awards recognized Americans in music, acting, sports, and other fields of entertainment over the past year. Comedian Steve Harvey and Cedric the Entertainer hosted the event for the first time.