The 2025 edition of the prestigious BET awards took place on Monday night at the Peacock theater in Los Angeles.
The stage witnessed the triumph of Nigerian artist, Ayra Starr, as she won her first ever BET award.
Although the self acclaimed sabi girl lost out in the other categories she was nominated in, her win was well deserved and celebrated.
Other Nigerian artists nominated like Tems, Burna Boy, Rema and Shallipopi, unfortunately did not win.
The most decorated artist for the event was Kendrick Lamar as he won five out of his ten nominations.
Here is the full list of the winners at the event:
Album of the Year
GNX — Kendrick Lamar
Best Male R&B/Pop Artist
Chris Brown
Best Female R&B/Pop Artist
SZA
Best Group
Future & Metro Boomin
Best Collaboration
‘Luther — Kendrick Lamar & SZA
Best Male Hip Hop Artist
Kendrick Lamar
Best Female Hip Hop Artist
Doechii
Video of the Year
‘Not Like Us’ – Kendrick Lamar
Video Director of the Year
Dave Free & Kendrick Lamar
Best New Artist
Leon Thomas
Dr. Bobby Jones Best Gospel/Inspirational Award
‘Rain Down on Me’ — GloRilla feat. Kirk Franklin, Maverick City Music
Viewer’s Choice Award
‘Residuals’ — Chris Brown
BET Her
‘Heart of a Woman’ — Summer Walker
Best International Act
Ayra Starr
Best New International Act
TXC (South Africa)
Best Movie
Luther: Never Too Much
Best Actor
Denzel Washington
Best Actress
Cynthia Erivo
Young Stars Award
Blue Ivy Carter
Sportsman of the Year
Jalen Hurts
Sportswoman of the Year Award
Angel Reese
