Mariah Carey is the ‘Ultimate Icon’ in White and Gold Dresses at the 2025 BET Awards

Mariah Carey attended the 2025 BET Awards in Los Angeles on Monday night and sparkled from head to toe. The venerated singer and Grammy Award-winning artist was among the recipients of the BET Ultimate Icon Award, alongside Jamie Foxx, Kirk Franklin and Snoop Dogg.

For her performance, Carey opted for a shimmering gold minidress. She sang the single off her forthcoming 16th studio album, “Type Dangerous,” and also performed “It’s Like That” for fans and the BET Awards attendees.

The singer’s metallic gold minidress featured a structured bodice with a flowing skirt and asymmetric hemline. The dress perfectly coordinated with Carey’s platform heels. She continued the gold motif with her jewelry, while her hair was styled with a middle part and worn straight and down.

Carey switched her style during the show upon accepting her Ultimate Icon Award. The singer’s second look featured a floor-length white gown with visible boning and corsetry. The dress included a low-cut, sweetheart neckline.

Carey accentuated the allover shimmering gown with a diamond necklace topped with a large gemstone and rewore her stacks of bracelets from her performance. Carey regularly collaborates with stylist and designer Wilfredo Rosado.

For the 2025 BET Awards, Carey’s hair was styled by Dior Sovoa, with makeup by Kristofer Buckle. Over the course of her career, Carey’s style has certainly evolved. But the singer’s appreciation for feminine silhouettes and shimmering elements remain consistent qualities.

Celebrating its milestone 25th anniversary, the 2025 BET Awards took place on Monday at the Peacock Theater in Los Angeles, honoring the best in Black music, entertainment, sports and culture. The event was hosted by comedian and actor Kevin Hart. Guests included Teyana Taylor, GloRilla and Leon Thomas, among others.