You’re a regular at Club Quarantine (Shout out to D-Nice!) where you’ve “rubbed shoulders” with Michelle Obama, Rihanna, Tiffany Haddish, Diddy, and other Black celebs as you sweat it out on the dance/livingroom floor. You’ve also attended some Verzuz events. Jill Scott and Erykah Badu made you want to burn some incense and that was so kind of you to try to help out Teddy Riley when he had some technical difficulties as Babyface patiently waited. You’re an old hand at virtual concerts and clubs, so it only makes sense to top it all off with a virtual awards ceremony. You already know the virtual after parties are going to be lit and you’re invited!

Premiering the 2020 BET Awards virtually means that you will have the best seat in the house for all of the performances and events. That one college friend of yours who seems to have VIP access to everything cool will now have the exact same view as you… from the couch. Who needs bottle service when you can sip on your beverage of choice from your favorite mug? No need for a velvet rope or surly bouncers. Shoes are optional and there’s no cover charge.

The BET Awards have had a few truly surprising moments over the years. Remember when Beyoncé and Kendrick Lamar had that insane performance of “Freedom” to kick off the 2016 Awards? How about when the Fugees had a surprise reunion in 2005? Surely, you recall when Michael Jackson paid tribute to his idol James Brown and they briefly shared the stage together. Anything can happen at the BET Awards and you’ll want to watch it all unfold in real time.

Make sure you’re locked in on June 28th so you can chime in on social media right along with your favorite celebs and “friends in your head.” Normally your favs would be suited and booted at the ceremony, schmoozing and checking their makeup, but now they’ll have time to give more commentary just like you! Don’t wake up to trending topics you don’t understand the next day. Get on the cultural wave and join in the moment.

Beyond just staying abreast of pop culture and entertainment in general, it’s especially important now to feel a sense of community and connection. As we are all quarantined in our homes and missing the hugs and other intimate encounters with loved ones, we should catch joy where we find it, even if it’s in a different form. This year’s BET Awards will look a little different, but they will still put a smile on your face.

Tune into the 2020 BET Awards on June 28 at 8 PM EST!