As the days roll on, we’re getting closer and closer to this year’s Billboard Music Awards. Celebrating the accomplishments and music of the past year, many of the music industry’s who’s who will find themselves attending the show due to landing nominations, performing, and/or hosting duties. Slated to make an appearance this year is none other than the Pop icon herself, Madonna. Often noted as a trail blazer for the Pop world, Madonna is often cited as an inspiration for many up and coming acts in the genre and has still found success in the past few years.
Putting the focus on her aside, Madonna has been selected for a another great honor as it has been announced that the singer will take to the Billboard Music Awards to honor Prince.
Per Billboard:
Organizers today announced Madonna’s participation in what promises to be one of the highlights of this year’s BBMAs. The legendary pop singer will pay tribute to her good friend and fellow artist, who unexpectedly passed away April 21 at the age of 57. Details on her tribute to the late music great remain a closely-guarded secret.
Being quite the honor, there is currently no word on if Madonna will be taking part in a musical tribute for Prince, or if she has something else in mind. Whatever it is, we hope that the tribute will live up to the top-tier standards that Prince had. The Billboard Music Awards will air on May 22nd at 8 P.M. EST and will be hosted by Ciara and Ludacris.
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