On Sunday, June 25, Culture’s biggest night was in full swing. The BET Awards 2023 was guaranteed to be a festival you won’t have any desire to miss. To celebrate outstanding achievements in music, film, television, and sports, the industry’s most prominent stars were in attendance. The stage was set for unforgettable performances and memorable occurrences.
Deserving artists received awards such as “Album of the Year,” “Best Male Hip-Hop Artist,” and “Best Male R&B/Pop Artist.” E-40, Ice Spice, Ja Rule, Lil Uzi Vert, GloRilla, and Ice Spice were some of the many performers who were present to commemorate the 50th anniversary of hip hop music.
BET Awards 2023: The Full List Of Nominations Announced
The Lifetime Achievement Award went to Busta Rhymes, a legendary rapper, actor, and songwriter. The highly coveted award recognized industry titans who have not only significantly influenced culture over the course of their lengthy careers, but have also served as transformative leaders who consistently inspire generations by setting an appropriate standard of excellence.
The following is a full list of the winners:
SPORTSMAN OF THE YEAR
Jalen Hurts
SPORTSWOMAN OF THE YEAR
Angel Reese
VIEWERS CHOICE INTERNATIONAL
Libianca
BEST NEW ARTIST
Coco Jones
VIDEO DIRECTOR OF THE YEAR
Teyana “Spike Tey” Taylor
BEST FEMALE HIP HOP ARTIST
Latto
BEST INTERNATIONAL ACT
Burna Boy
VIEWER’S CHOICE AWARD
Beyoncé
BEST FEMALE R&B/POP ARTIST
SZA
BEST MALE R&B/POP ARTIST
Chris Brown / Usher
BEST GROUP
Drake and 21 Savage
BEST COLLABORATION
“Wait For U” Future ft. Drake and Tems
BEST MALE HIP HOP ARTIST
Kendrick Lamar
ALBUM OF THE YEAR
SOS / Renaissance
BEST GOSPEL/INSPIRATIONAL AWARD
Dr. Bobby Jones
Maverick City Music and Kirk Franklin
BEST ACTOR
Damson Idris
BEST ACTRESS
Angela Bassett
YOUNG STARS AWARD
Marsai Martin
BEST GROUP
Drake and 21 Savage
BEST MOVIE
Black Panther: Wakanda Forever
BET HER AWARD
Break My Soul
