Actress Taraji P. Henson to Host 14th Annual “Celebration of Gospel”

The beautiful and talented Taraji P. Henson has been chosen to host BET’s #1 gospel music special, “Celebration of Gospel.” Taraji is taking over where Steve Harvey left off. After 13 years Stene has ended his role as host.

“I am thrilled to join the BET ‘Celebration of Gospel’ family. I look forward to a great evening of incredible music and continuing the rich history of BET and gospel music which started 14 years ago hosted by the talented and very funnyThis year list of performers include Ruben Studdard, Le’Andria Johnson, Kem, India Arie Jonathan McReynolds, SWV and Rance Allen Group just to name a few,

“Since its’ inception, ‘Celebration of Gospel’ has brought together the best voices from both the secular and gospel music worlds to give praise like only they can,” said President of Music Programming & Specials, Stephen Hill for BET Networks. “This year is no exception because at the end of the day, everyone’s roots are in gospel music. A gathering of powerful singers like these on one show can only happen on BET.”

The show tapes Saturday, March 15, 2014 at 7 p.m./PST at the Orpheum Theater in Los Angeles, CA, and will premiere on Sunday, April 6, 2014 at 8 p.m./EST.

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