BET Awards 2023: Full list of winners

The 2023 BET Awards took place last night, June 25, at the Microsoft Theater in Los Angeles, California.

This year’s event marked a significant milestone, celebrating 50 years of Hip Hop culture. The esteemed Lifetime Achievement Award was presented to the talented Busta Rhymes for his remarkable contributions to the music industry. The late Tina Turner, who passed away last month, was honored with a heartfelt performance by Patti LaBelle.

Canadian rapper Drake emerged as a dominant force at the 2023 BET Awards, earning an impressive seven nominations. Following closely behind were GloRilla with six nominations, and 21 Savage and Lizzo with five each. Additionally, Beyoncé, Burna Boy, Chris Brown, Ice Spice, and SZA all received four nominations.

Among the winners, both Beyoncé and SZA stood out, each taking home three awards. Notably, they tied for the prestigious Album of the Year Award. SZA was recognized as the best Female R&B/Pop Artist and secured the Video of the Year for her captivating song “Kill Bill.” On the other hand, Beyoncé’s soulful track “Break My Soul” garnered her the Viewers Choice Award and the BET Her Award.

With her three wins at the event, Beyoncé’s collection of BET Awards has now reached an incredible total of 35, solidifying her position as the most awarded artist or act in the history of BET Awards.

Beyond the realm of music, the BET Awards recognized excellence in film and television. Marvel Studios’ blockbuster “Black Panther: Wakanda Forever” claimed the title of Best Movie, showcasing the film’s cultural significance and lasting impact.

Angela Bassett and Damson Idris emerged as the Best Actress and Best Actor, respectively, honoring their exceptional performances and contributions to the world of entertainment.

Here is the list of winners at the 2023 BET Awards:

– ALBUM OF THE YEAR (TIE):
– “SOS” – SZA
– “RENAISSANCE” – Beyoncé

– BEST COLLABORATION:
– “WAIT FOR U” – Future feat. Drake & Tems

– BEST FEMALE R&B/POP ARTIST:
– SZA

– BEST MALE R&B/POP ARTIST (TIE):
– Chris Brown
– Usher

– BEST NEW ARTIST:
– Coco Jones

– BEST GROUP:
– Drake x 21 Savage

– BEST FEMALE HIP HOP ARTIST:
– Latto

– BEST MALE HIP HOP ARTIST:
– Kendrick Lamar

– DR. BOBBY JONES BEST GOSPEL/INSPIRATIONAL AWARD:
– “Bless Me” – Maverick City Music & Kirk Franklin

– BET HER AWARD:
– “Break My Soul” – Beyoncé

– VIDEO OF THE YEAR:
– “Kill Bill” – SZA

– VIDEO DIRECTOR OF THE YEAR:
– Teyana “Spike Tey” Taylor

– BEST MOVIE:
– “Black Panther: Wakanda Forever”

– BEST ACTRESS:
– Angela Bassett

– BEST ACTOR:
– Damson Idris

– YOUNGSTARS AWARD:
– Marsai Martin

– SPORTSWOMAN OF THE YEAR:
– Angel Reese

– SPORTSMAN OF THE YEAR:
– Jalen Hurts

– VIEWER’S CHOICE AWARD:
– “Break My Soul” – Beyoncé

– BEST INTERNATIONAL ACT:
– Burna Boy