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6 • THE ARTISAN FALL 2025 GUILD NEWS Local 706 at the BET Awards L-R: Kokeeta Douglas, Dept. Head April Chaney, Rachel Olson, Naima Jamal, Jenny Garcia, Starlynn Burden, Vanessa Dionne, Cool Benson. Not pictured Levi Vieira. The highly anticipated 2025 BET Awards marked a monumental celebration of Black culture and excellence on June 9, 2025, at the Peacock Theater in Los Angeles. IATSE Local 706's team of skilled make-up artists played a pivotal role in the event's undeniable success. With the event's 25th anniversary on the line, the make-up artists behind the scenes ensured that dancers, presenters, and a multitude of high- profile celebrities looked their best as they graced the stage. The ceremony was hosted by comedian Kevin Hart. Celebrity Dancers, Presenters, and Backstage Touchups Local 706's team of professional make- up artists were tasked with providing flawless looks for the evening's performances and presentations. They meticulously created high-impact glam for the dancers, presenters, and talent, including well-known actors, musicians, and influencers, to ensure every moment captured on camera was as polished as it was captivating. Cool Benson April Chaney Kokeeta Douglas "Our team was excited to be a part of such an iconic celebration of Black culture," said Local 706 lead make-up artist April Chaney. "Being backstage at the BET Awards is an opportunity to elevate the beauty and performance of some of the most influential figures in entertainment today. It was a privilege to help bring their vision to life." Naima Jamal