With the BET Awards back in person, Black women are taking center stage
3 years, 6 months ago

With the BET Awards back in person, Black women are taking center stage

LA Times  

After ringing in their 20th anniversary with last year’s virtual show due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the BET Awards are returning in person with a spotlight on Black women. The BET Awards “honor achievements in the Black community” from the year’s best in music, sports, entertainment and activism. Music At BET Awards, racial upheaval and COVID-19 add potency and portent to Black music honors The 20th anniversary of the BET Awards featured a host performing in front of a green screen and a protests-fueled update of Public Enemy’s “Fight the Power.” Coupled with the pandemic’s toll on Black communities, last summer was marred by police brutality and protest, which took center stage at the 2020 BET Awards. Megan Thee Stallion has seven nominations at Sunday’s 2021 BET Awards.

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The BET Awards Went Political
6 months ago

The BET Awards Went Political

Huff Post  

Host Taraji P. Henson speaks onstage during the 2024 BET Awards at Peacock Theater on June 30. After acknowledging his arrest at this year’s Grammys — where he won three awards, including Best Rap Album — he addressed the audience on the importance of voting — not just in the presidential election, but also in local elections like races for …

The 2024 BET Awards Winners: A Complete List
6 months, 1 week ago

The 2024 BET Awards Winners: A Complete List

Huff Post  

LOADING ERROR LOADING The 2024 BET Awards — celebrating “culture’s biggest night” — kicked off at the Peacock Theater in Los Angeles on Sunday night. Muni Long Tyla Victoria Monét Best Male R&B/Pop Artist Winner: Usher Brent Faiyaz Bryson Tiller Burna Boy Chris Brown Drake Fridayy October London Best Group Winner: ¥$, Ye, Ty Dolla $ign 2 Chainz & Lil …

BET Awards Red Carpet 2024: All The Best Looks
6 months, 1 week ago

BET Awards Red Carpet 2024: All The Best Looks

Huff Post  

LOADING ERROR LOADING The BET Awards are back and as “culture’s biggest night,” we cannot ignore fashion’s place in the conversation. As guests gathered, people were also eager to see what the evening’s performers such as Megan Thee Stallion, Lauryn Hill, Ice Spice, Tyla, Latto and Sexyy Red would be wearing. See more of the 2024 BET Awards’ best looks …

BET Awards return Sunday with performances from Lauryn Hill, Childish Gambino, Will Smith and more
6 months, 1 week ago

BET Awards return Sunday with performances from Lauryn Hill, Childish Gambino, Will Smith and more

The Independent  

For free real time breaking news alerts sent straight to your inbox sign up to our breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy The BET Awards return Sunday …

BET Awards 2023: Latto, Burna Boys to Beyonce check complete list of winners
1 year, 6 months ago

BET Awards 2023: Latto, Burna Boys to Beyonce check complete list of winners

Hindustan Times  

The Microsoft Theater in Los Angeles was set ablaze on Sunday night as the 2023 edition of the BET Awards unfolded, showcasing a star-studded celebration of hip-hop's 50th anniversary. Best Female/Male Hip Hop Artist The Best Female Hip Hop Artist award went to rising star Latto, whose impressive lyrical skills and powerful delivery have made her a force to be …

BET Awards 2023: Red carpet arrivals
1 year, 6 months ago

BET Awards 2023: Red carpet arrivals

Daily Mail  

Latto and Ice Spice opted for glamour in sheer ensembles while fellow singer, Summer Walker, exuded sexy chic as they led celebrities at the star-studded 2023 BET Awards in Los Angeles on Sunday. Radiant: Coco Jones, who accepted the award for Best New Artist on Sunday, was effortlessly radiant wearing a fitted, long-sleeved red dress that contained a large cutout …

BET Awards 2022: The Complete Winners List
1 year, 6 months ago

BET Awards 2022: The Complete Winners List

Huff Post  

Coco Jones accepts the Best New Artist award onstage during the BET Awards 2023 at Microsoft Theater on June 25. Lizzo Tems Best Male R&B/Pop Artist Winner : Usher, Chris Brown Blxst Brent Faiyaz Burna Boy Drake The Weeknd Best Group Winner: Drake and 21 Savage City Girls DVSN FLO Maverick City Music and Kirk Franklin Quavo & Takeoff Wanmor …

BET Awards 2023: The Best Red Carpet Looks
1 year, 6 months ago

BET Awards 2023: The Best Red Carpet Looks

Huff Post  

LOADING ERROR LOADING “Culture’s biggest night” is back, as the 2023 BET Awards take place Sunday at the Microsoft Theater in Los Angeles. The award show is set to feature performances from “Bel-Air” star Coco Jones, Memphis rapper GloRilla, the ever-so “Persuasive” singer Doechii and others. An annual celebration of Black talent in Hollywood and beyond, the BET Awards is …

BET Awards return Sunday night, celebrating 50 years of hip-hop
1 year, 6 months ago

BET Awards return Sunday night, celebrating 50 years of hip-hop

The Independent  

For free real time breaking news alerts sent straight to your inbox sign up to our breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy The BET Awards return Sunday …

BET Awards show honors Busta Rhymes, hip-hop’s 50 years and pays tribute to Takeoff and Tina Turner
1 year, 6 months ago

BET Awards show honors Busta Rhymes, hip-hop’s 50 years and pays tribute to Takeoff and Tina Turner

Associated Press  

LOS ANGELES — The 2023 BET Awards celebrated 50 years of hip-hop with tributes to the genre’s earliest voices, late legends, and new talent during a show packed with spectacular performances that consistently felt like a party. Halfway through the performance, Rhymes shifted gears to celebrate dancehall alongside Dexta Daps “Shabba Madda Pot,” Spice, “So Mi Like It,” Skillibeng, “Whap …

From Ye to Monáe, the 5 moments that stole the 2022 BET Awards show
2 years, 6 months ago

From Ye to Monáe, the 5 moments that stole the 2022 BET Awards show

LA Times  

The 2022 BET Awards ceremony on Sunday saw plenty of young artists pay their respects to veteran performers, as well as nationwide hot topics like Roe vs. Wade and gun safety. The U.S. Supreme Court’s reversal of the landmark Roe vs. Wade decision was front of mind for Henson, attendees, winners and even the show’s “in memoriam” segment. This man …

BET Awards 2022 Red Carpet: See The Best Looks From 'Culture's Biggest Night'
2 years, 6 months ago

BET Awards 2022 Red Carpet: See The Best Looks From 'Culture's Biggest Night'

Huff Post  

On Sunday, BET is celebrating “culture’s biggest night” at the Microsoft Theater in Los Angeles for the 2022 BET Awards. Amy Sussman via Getty Images Marsai Martin Marsai Martin attends the 2022 BET Awards. Amy Sussman via Getty Images Lucky Daye Lucky Daye attends the 2022 BET Awards. Amy Sussman via Getty Images Quincy Brown Quincy Brown attends the 2022 …

2022 BET Awards Winners and Nominees
2 years, 6 months ago

2022 BET Awards Winners and Nominees

Daily Mail  

'Best Of Me,' Alicia Keys 'Hold Us Together,' H.E.R. Read articles that feature this panel Rachel Lindsay displays her toned legs in a stunning orange mini dress on the red carpet at the BET Awards Rachel Lindsay looked stunning in an orange mini-dress as she arrived for the BET Awards Sunday night in Los Angeles, showing off her toned. Kanye …

2021 BET Awards: Queen Latifah receives lifetime achievement gong
3 years, 6 months ago

2021 BET Awards: Queen Latifah receives lifetime achievement gong

Daily Mail  

Queen Latifah was celebrated for her impressive career on Sunday night when she was awarded the lifetime achievement prize at the 2021 BET Awards. Star: Queen Latifah was celebrated for her impressive career on Sunday night when she was awarded the lifetime achievement prize at the 2021 BET Awards Queen Latifah looked flawless as she took to the stage to …

BET Awards 2021: Queen Latifah accepts Lifetime Achievement honour; Megan Thee Stallion, Jazmine Sullivan among winners
3 years, 6 months ago

BET Awards 2021: Queen Latifah accepts Lifetime Achievement honour; Megan Thee Stallion, Jazmine Sullivan among winners

Firstpost  

While Taraji P. Henson hosted the ceremony, H.E.R., Cardi B, Lil Nas X were among performers; check out the highlights and complete winners list here Cardi B’s ‘WAP’ had new meaning at the BET Awards: winning and pregnant. “I really forgot to say ‘thank you Cardi’ for even putting me on WAP because it makes me feel so good to …

BET Awards 2021 Winners: The Complete List
3 years, 6 months ago

BET Awards 2021 Winners: The Complete List

Huff Post  

LOADING ERROR LOADING The 2021 BET Awards are putting Black women at the center of this year’s ceremony. Hosted by “Empire” alum Taraji P. Henson, the award show, which recognizes top Black talent in music, sports, film and more, will specifically honor the contributions of female artists, entertainers and culture shifters under the theme of “The Year of the Black …

BET Awards 2020: Beyonce honoured with Humanitarian Award; Chris Brown, Lizzo win top honour
4 years, 6 months ago

BET Awards 2020: Beyonce honoured with Humanitarian Award; Chris Brown, Lizzo win top honour

Firstpost  

The 2020 BET Awards, which were held virtually on Sunday, saw Beyoncé, Lizzo, Megan Thee Stallion and Roddy Ricch win top honours. Lizzo, Roddy Ricch and Megan Thee Stallion were among top the winners who appeared via video to accept their awards. A slew of performers and stars appeared, including Alicia Keys, Chloe x Halle, DaBaby, D Smoke, Jennifer Hudson, …

BET Awards highlight Black voices as artists turn political
4 years, 6 months ago

BET Awards highlight Black voices as artists turn political

Associated Press  

NEW YORK — The BET Awards served as an extension of the voices of Black people protesting in the streets about the inequalities Black people face daily, as artists used their performances to highlight the Black Lives Matter movement, civil rights and the lives of those lost because of police officers, including George Floyd. DaBaby, with his face pressed against …

Beyonce to be recognized for her charitable endeavors with the Humanitarian Award
4 years, 6 months ago

Beyonce to be recognized for her charitable endeavors with the Humanitarian Award

Daily Mail  

Beyonce will be the recipient of this year's Humanitarian Award at the 2020 BET Awards. Beyonce has also recently unveiled a new initiative aimed at uplifting Black-owned small businesses following the release of her surprise new song, Black Parade. According to the website, proceeds from Black Parade 'benefits BeyGOOD's Black Business Impact Fund, administered by the National Urban League, to …

Drake and Megan Thee Stallion lead 2020 BET Awards nominations
4 years, 6 months ago

Drake and Megan Thee Stallion lead 2020 BET Awards nominations

Daily Mail  

Drake and Megan Thee Stallion are leading the star parade as they have the most nominations at the upcoming 2020 BET Awards. Leading the charge: Drake and Megan Thee Stallion are leading the star parade as they have the most nominations at the upcoming 2020 BET Awards Drake, 33, had the most nominations with six including Male Hip-Hop Artist, Video …

Commentary: Yes, BET got its groove back. Now it’s time for the show to tell a different story
5 years, 6 months ago

Commentary: Yes, BET got its groove back. Now it’s time for the show to tell a different story

LA Times  

The BET Awards and its branded festival, BETX, have often told contrasting stories. BETX attracts upwards of 160,000 fans to L.A. Live each year and the BET Awards has been the top-rated cable award show for the past four years and continues to be the network’s biggest draw. BET Awards honor Nipsey Hussle and 5 more key takeaways » Having …

Cardi, Nicki ... Connie? On eve of BET Awards, network exec Orlando makes her mark
5 years, 6 months ago

Cardi, Nicki ... Connie? On eve of BET Awards, network exec Orlando makes her mark

LA Times  

Inside a boardroom at BET’s office at Viacom’s Hollywood campus, Connie Orlando has arrived to update network executives on the progress of Sunday’s BET Awards and the BET Experience – both of which were being mounted at their respective downtown venues. This week, Orlando, 48, is at the helm of the network’s flagship events: the annual awards show and the …

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