The highly anticipated 2023 BET Awards took place on Sunday night, celebrating the best performances in music, TV, film, and sports. The live telecast, which aired on BET, took place at the Microsoft Theater in Los Angeles and also paid tribute to 50 years of hip-hop.
The exciting night kicked off with a spectacular lineup of performers, including the legendary Sugar Hill Gang and a heartfelt tribute to the late Biz Markie. The stage was set for an unforgettable evening honoring the achievements of the past year.
Leading up to the show, Drake dominated the nominees’ list with an impressive seven nominations. Following closely behind were GloRilla with six nominations, and 21 Savage and Lizzo with five nominations each. Beyoncé, Burna Boy, Chris Brown, Ice Spice, and SZA all received four nominations. The nominations were curated by the BET Voting Academy, consisting of entertainment professionals and influencers in various fields related to music, media, sports, and creative arts.
During the live telecast, the winners were announced in various categories. Here is a breakdown of the winners and nominees in some of the major categories:
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Album of the Year:
– Winner: “ANYWAYS, LIFE’S GREAT” – GloRilla
– Other Nominees: “BREEZY” – Chris Brown, “GOD DID” – DJ Khaled, “HER LOSS” – Drake & 21 Savage, “MR. MORALE & THE BIG STEPPERS” – Kendrick Lamar, “RENAISSANCE” – Beyoncé, “SOS” – SZA
Best Female R&B/Pop Artist:
– Winner: Beyoncé
– Other Nominees: Ari Lennox, Coco Jones, H.E.R., Lizzo, SZA, Tems
Best Male R&B/Pop Artist:
– Winner: Chris Brown
– Other Nominees: Blxst, Brent Faiyaz, Burna Boy, Drake, The Weeknd, Usher
Best Group:
– Winner: Drake & 21 Savage
– Other Nominees: City Girls, DVSN, Flo, Maverick City Music & Kirk Franklin, Quavo & Takeoff, Wanmor
Best Collaboration:
– Winner: “CREEPIN'” – Metro Boomin, The Weeknd & 21 Savage
– Other Nominees: “BIG ENERGY (REMIX)” – Latto & Mariah Carey feat. DJ Khaled, “BOY’S A LIAR PT. 2” – PinkPantheress & Ice Spice, “CALL ME EVERY DAY” – Chris Brown feat. WizKid, “CAN’T STOP WON’T STOP” – King Combs feat. Kodak Black, “F.N.F (LET’S GO)” – HitKidd & GloRilla, “TOMORROW 2” – GloRilla & Cardi B, “WAIT FOR U” – Future feat. Drake & Tems
Best Female Hip Hop Artist:
– Winner: Megan Thee Stallion
– Other Nominees: Cardi B, Coi Leray, GloRilla, Ice Spice, Latto, Nicki Minaj
Best Male Hip Hop Artist:
– Winner: Drake
– Other Nominees: 21 Savage, Future, J. Cole, Jack Harlow, Kendrick Lamar, Lil Baby
Video of the Year:
– Winner: “BAD HABIT” – Steve Lacy
– Other Nominees: “WE (WARM EMBRACE)” – Chris Brown, “2 MILLION UP” – Peezy, Jeezy & Real Boston Richey feat. Rob49, “ABOUT DAMN TIME” – Lizzo, “FIRST CLASS” – Jack Harlow, “KILL BILL” – SZA, “TOMORROW 2” – GloRilla & Cardi B
These are just a few of the categories and winners from the 2023 BET Awards. The event also recognized outstanding achievements in gospel/inspirational music, international acts, movies, and sports. It was an incredible night honoring the talents and contributions of artists from various fields.
The BET Awards have become an essential platform for celebrating diversity, inclusion, and artistic excellence in the entertainment industry. Each year, the event continues to showcase the incredible talent and achievements that shape our culture and inspire generations to come.
As the winners were announced and the celebrations continued, the 2023 BET Awards proved once again to be a memorable and influential event. With a star-studded lineup and recognition of exceptional talent across different mediums, the night was a testament to the power of art and its impact on our society.
Congratulations to all the winners and nominees of the 2023 BET Awards. Your contributions have left an indelible mark on the industry and continue to shape the future of entertainment. Here’s to another year of incredible performances and groundbreaking achievements!
