Singer Ciara and rapper Ludacris are set to host the 2016 Billboard Music awards.
For the third year in a row, Ludacris will return to host the awards next month, reported E! online.
"It is my honor to host the Billboard Music Awards for the third year and a pleasure to host with my good friend Ciara," Ludacris said in a statement.
The annual extravaganza will take place on May 22 at the T-Mobile Arena.
"I'm looking forward to another great show in a new and exciting venue. The Billboard Music Awards is one of best awards shows to honor chart success.
"My great friend Ludacris and I have also shared songs together on the Billboard chart. I look forward to sharing the stage with him on this special night. It will definitely be a night to remember!," Ciara added.
Billboard Music awards finalists across six categories will be announced Monday. The awards are based on the reporting period of March 23, 2015, through March 17, 2016.
