How you can watch the 41st Stellar Gospel Music Awards for free tonight

If you purchase a product through a link on our site, we may receive compensation.The 41st Annual Stellar Gospel Music Awards are back for a cable premiere tonight on BET. We’ll see gospel’s biggest stars come together for a celebration of worship, inspiration, and true musical excellence hosted by Kirk Franklin.If you’re hoping to watch the Stellar Awards without paying for cable, there are live TV streaming services that carry BET — including Philo, Fubo, and DIRECTV — that let you watch for no upfront cost.When does the Stellar Awards air on TV?The cable premiere airs Sunday, Aug. 30 at 8 p.m. Eastern. BET will also air an encore presentation tonight at 10:30 p.m. Eastern.Free ways to watchPhilo is one of the most affordable ways to watch BET live. You can start by signing up for its 7-day free trial. Philo renews at $25 per month if you choose to remain after the intro period.Fubo offers BET programming, a free trial (length varies) for new subscribers, and up to $30 off the first month for those who continue past the trial. Fubo starts at $63.99 for the first month, then $88.99 thereafter.DIRECTV carries BET in its live TV packages and offers a 5-day free trial. You can also save up to $30 off the first-month if you choose to continue after the free trial. The Entertainment package starts at $59.99 for the first month before continuing at $89.99 per month.Best option for Stellar Awards viewers?If you’re solely focused on watching the 41st Annual Stellar Gospel Music Awards, Philo is the least expensive long-term option because of its low monthly cost after the free trial ends. If you’re also looking for additional sports, local channels and broader entertainment lineups you may prefer Fubo or DIRECTV.What is the 41st Stellar Gospel Music Awards?Often referred to as “The Greatest Night in Gospel Music,” the Stellar Awards honor the artists, songwriters, producers, choirs, and performers who have made the biggest impact in gospel music over the past year.Kirk Franklin takes the stage as host, and this year’s ceremony features performances by:Jekalyn CarrJohn P. KeePJ MortonDarrel WallsTye Tribbett featuring ABLAZEMarvin SappWilliam MurphyMaranda CurtisMelvin Crispell IIILisa Knowles-Smith & The Brown Singers, Vincent Bohanan & SOVand moreThe awards also honor Tasha Cobbs Leonard, recipient of the Aretha Franklin Icon Award, and Pastor Mike Jr. with the Thomas A. Dorsey Most Notable Achievement Award.Who were the biggest nominees?Among the most notable nominees this year are Darrel Walls, Jekalyn Carr, Kim Person, Tasha Cobbs Leonard, Tye Tribbett, Jonathan McReynolds, Lisa Knowles-Smith & The Brown Singers, CeCe Winans, Pastor Shirley Caesar, and several other prominent gospel artists. Major categories included Artist of the Year, Song of the Year, Male Artist of the Year, Female Artist of the Year, Album of the Year and New Artist of the Year.How to watch ‘Remembering Dolly: A Rhinestone Life’ for free on CBS todayStill need Jay-Z London tickets? Best deals for Sept. 4-5 concerts nowWhere to get ’30 Rock’ 20th anniversary tickets at Radio City Music HallHow to watch all ‘Adults’ Season 2 episodes for free on FX todayHarry Styles MSG tickets sold out, but you can get these verified resale dealsAbby L’Bert (she/her) is an entertainment commerce writer for cleveland.com. She graduated from The University of Akron and was raised in Northeast Ohio. Abby has extensive commerce writing experience from her...This article was produced with assistance from AI tools and reviewed by Cleveland.com staff.