BEBE AND CECE WINANS SET TO HOST THE 40TH STELLAR GOSPEL MUSIC AWARDS IN NASHVILLE, TN AT THE SCHERMERHORN SYMPHONY CENTER ON AUGUST 16TH, 2025

BeBe and CeCe Winans pose together for the official announcement as hosts of the 2025 Stellar Gospel Music Awards, exuding style and charisma.

40TH STELLAR GOSPEL MUSIC AWARDS REVEALS FIRST LINEUP OF PERFORMERS: PASTOR MIKE JR., JEKALYN CARR, DONNIE MCCLURKIN,

LADY TRAMAINE HAWKINS, TASHA COBBS LEONARD, MAJOR.,

PASTOR MIKE TODD & TRANSFORMATION WORSHIP, JASON NELSON,

LISA PAGE BROOKS, MELVIN CRISPELL III, TASHA PAGE-LOCKHART,

WILLIAM MURPHY, DOTTIE PEOPLES AND ADIA TO DELIVER UNFORGETTABLE PERFORMANCES AT GOSPEL MUSIC’S GREATEST NIGHT

DORINDA CLARK-COLE AND VINCENT BOHANAN 

SET TO HOST THE STELLAR NOMINEE PRE-SHOW DINNER AND AWARDS AT THE NATIONAL MUSEUM OF AFRICAN AMERICAN MUSIC

IN NASHVILLE TN, FOR ALL 2025 STELLAR NOMINEES ON

 FRIDAY, AUGUST 15TH

🎵 BeBe & CeCe Winans to Host Historic 40th Stellar Gospel Music Awards

BREAKING: Gospel music fans have something extraordinary to look forward to this August! The renowned sibling duo BeBe & CeCe Winans has been tapped to host the milestone 40th Stellar Gospel Music Awards, marking four decades of honoring excellence in gospel music.

"We're setting the tone for a night that celebrates 40 years of celebrating the greatest in gospel music." - Jennifer Jackson, President of Central City Productions

🏛️ A Historic Celebration in Music City

The ceremony will take place on August 16th, 2025, at Nashville's prestigious Schermerhorn Symphony Center. This landmark event carries the powerful theme "OUR MUSIC, OUR VOICE, OUR CULTURE," emphasizing the deep cultural significance of gospel music in American society.

📅 Mark Your Calendar:

• Date: August 16, 2025

• Venue: Schermerhorn Symphony Center, Nashville, TN

• Theme: "OUR MUSIC, OUR VOICE, OUR CULTURE"

🌟 The Perfect Hosts for a Special Night

BeBe & CeCe Winans bring unparalleled credibility to the hosting role. These Detroit natives emerged from the celebrated Winans musical family and revolutionized gospel music in the 1980s. Their innovative approach blended contemporary gospel with R&B and soul, creating a sound that resonated across multiple audiences.

🏆 Their Legacy Includes:

• Multiple GRAMMY Awards

• Dove Awards

• Stellar Awards

• Soul Train Awards

• Breakthrough hits: "Addictive Love" and "Close to You"

• Pioneers who bridged gospel and mainstream music

🎤 Star-Studded Performance Lineup

The 40th ceremony promises an incredible array of talent! Confirmed performers include:

🔥 Gospel Powerhouses:

• Donnie McClurkin

• Tasha Cobbs Leonard

• Tramaine Hawkins

• Dottie Peoples

✨ Contemporary Favorites:

• Jekalyn Carr

• Jason Nelson

• William Murphy

• Lisa Page Brooks

🌅 Rising Stars:

• Adia

• MAJOR.

• Pastor Mike Jr.

• Pastor Mike Todd & Transformation Worship

• Melvin Crispell III

• Tasha Page-Lockhart

This incredible lineup showcases both established legends and the next generation of gospel artists - truly something for every gospel music fan!

🎉 Extended Celebration Experience

Music enthusiasts can participate in the expanded "Stellar Plus" experience, featuring two days of industry events from August 14th-15th.

🍽️ Special Event Highlight: An exclusive nominee dinner at the National Museum of African American Music, hosted by Dorinda Clark-Cole and Vincent Bohanan on Friday, August 15th.

💡 Want more details? Visit stellarplusexperience.com for the full schedule of events!

🤝 Industry Recognition and Support

This year's awards show enjoys backing from major sponsors, demonstrating the significant cultural and commercial impact of gospel music:

🎯 Presenting Sponsor: Procter & Gamble (P&G)

💼 Additional Sponsors:

• General Motors

• State Farm

• AT&T

• Walmart

• AFLAC

• McDonald's

• AARP

🎫 How to Join the Celebration

Ready to be part of gospel music history?

🎟️ Get Your Tickets: StellarAwards.com

📋 Check Out the Nominees: View the complete list of 40th annual nominees on the official website

📱 Join the Conversation: Use hashtag #TheStellars on social media

With four decades of gospel excellence to celebrate and an exceptional lineup of performers, this promises to be an unforgettable evening for music lovers.

🎵 Don't Miss This Historic Moment!

The Stellar Awards continues to serve as gospel music's premier recognition platform, and this anniversary edition is positioned to be the most memorable yet. Don't miss this historic celebration of faith, music, and cultural heritage in the heart of Music City!

🔗 Essential Links:

• Tickets & Info: stellarawards.com

• Stellar Plus Events: stellarplusexperience.com

• Follow: #TheStellars

What are you most excited about for the 40th Stellar Awards? Let us know in the comments below! 👇