The 2024 BET Awards presented yet another captivating event, celebrating the hard work and achievements of musicians and entertainment professionals. Held at the Peacock Theater in Los Angeles on June 30th, the colorful evening marked a significant milestone for the award scheme. With Taraji P. Henson hosting for the third consecutive year, the event was a testament to the vibrant culture and talent within the entertainment industry.
Drake led the nominations with seven in total, showcasing his undeniable influence and success in the music industry. However, it was Usher who stole the spotlight, receiving the prestigious Lifetime Achievement Award during the live broadcast, honoring his outstanding contributions to music over the years.
BELOW IS THE FULL LIST OF WINNERS….
ALBUM OF THE YEAR
• 11:11 – Chris Brown
• A Gift & a Curse – Gunna
• American Dream – 21 Savage
• Coming Home – Usher
• For All the Dogs (Scary Hours Edition) – Drake
• Jaguar II – Victoria Monét
• Michael – Killer Mike – WINNER
• Pink Friday 2 – Nicki Minaj
BEST FEMALE R&B/POP ARTIST
• Beyoncé
• Coco Jones
• Doja Cat
• H.E.R.
• Muni Long
• SZA — WINNER
• Tyla
• Victoria Monét
BEST MALE R&B/POP ARTIST
• Brent Faiyaz
• Bryson Tiller
• Burna Boy
• Chris Brown
• Drake
• Fridayy
• October London
• Usher – WINNER
BEST GROUP
• ¥$ (Kanye West and Ty Dolla $ign) – WINNER
• 2 Chainz & Lil Wayne
• 41
• Blxst and Bino Rideaux
• City Girls
• FLO
• Maverick City Music
• WanMor
BEST COLLABORATION
• “All My Life” – Lil Durk featuring J. Cole – WINNER
• “America Has a Problem (Remix)” – Beyoncé featuring Kendrick Lamar
• “Barbie World” – Nicki Minaj and Ice Spice with Aqua
• “Bongos” – Cardi B featuring Megan Thee Stallion
• “Carnival” – ¥$ (Kanye West and Ty Dolla $ign) featuring Rich the Kid and Playboi Carti
• “Don’t Play with It (Remix)” – Lola Brooke featuring Latto and Yung Miami
• “Everybody” – Nicki Minaj featuring Lil Uzi Vert
• “Good Good” – Usher, Summer Walker and 21 Savage
• “Rich Baby Daddy” – Drake featuring Sexyy Red and SZA
BEST FEMALE HIP-HOP ARTIST
• Cardi B
• Doja Cat
• GloRilla
• Ice Spice
• Latto
• Megan Thee Stallion
• Nicki Minaj – WINNER
• Sexyy Red
BEST MALE HIP-HOP ARTIST
• 21 Savage
• Burna Boy
• Drake
• Future
• Gunna
• J. Cole
• Kendrick Lamar – WINNER
• Lil Wayne
VIDEO OF THE YEAR
• “Agora Hills” – Doja Cat
• “All My Life” – Lil Durk featuring J. Cole
• “Barbie World” – Nicki Minaj and Ice Spice with Aqua
• “Bongos” – Cardi B featuring Megan Thee Stallion
• “First Person Shooter” – Drake featuring J. Cole
• “Good Good” – Usher, Summer Walker and 21 Savage
• “On My Mama” – Victoria Monét — WINNER
• “Rich Baby Daddy” – Drake featuring Sexyy Red and SZA
VIDEO DIRECTOR OF THE YEAR
• Benny Boom
• Child.
• Cole Bennett – WINNER
• Dave Meyers
• Janelle Monáe and Alan Ferguson
• Offset
• Tems
• Tyler, the Creator
BEST NEW ARTIST
• 41
• 4Batz
• Ayra Starr
• Bossman Dlow
• Fridayy
• October London
• Sexyy Red
• Tyla – WINNER
DR. BOBBY JONES BEST GOSPEL/INSPIRATIONAL AWARD
• “Award All of the Glory” – Shirley Caesar
• “All Things” – Kirk Franklin
• “Angel” – Halle Bailey
• “Come Jesus Come” – CeCe Winans
• “Do You Believe in Love?” – Erica Campbell
• “God Problems” – Maverick City Music, Naomi Raine and Chandler Moore
• “Me & U” – Tems – WINNER
• “Try Love” – Kirk Franklin
VIEWER’S CHOICE AWARD
• “Agora Hills” – Doja Cat
• “All My Life” – Lil Durk featuring J. Cole
• “F–umean” – Gunna
• “Lovin on Me” – Jack Harlow
• “Made for Me” – Muni Long
• “On My Mama” – Victoria Monét
• “Rich Baby Daddy” – Drake featuring Sexyy Red and SZA
• “Sensational” – Chris Brown featuring Davido and Lojay
• “Texas Hold ‘Em” – Beyoncé – WINNER
• “Water” – Tyla
BEST INTERNATIONAL ACT
• Asake (Africa)
• Aya Nakamura (France)
• Ayra Starr (Africa)
• BK’ (Brazil)
• Cleo Sol (UK)
• Focalistic (Africa)
• Karol Conká (Brazil)
• RAYE (UK)
• Tiakola (France)
• Tyla (Africa) – WINNER
VIEWER’S CHOICE: BEST NEW INTERNATIONAL ACT
• Bellah (UK)
• Cristale (UK)
• Duquesa (Brazil)
• Holly G (France)
• Jungeli (France)
• Makhadzi (Africa)
• Oruam (Brazil)
• Seyi Vibez (Africa)
• Tyler ICU (Africa)
BET HER
• “16 Carriages” – Beyoncé
• “Blessings” – Nicki Minaj featuring Tasha Cobbs Leonard
• “Commas” – Ayra Starr
• “Fly Girl” – FLO featuring Missy Elliott
• “Hiss” – Megan Thee Stallion
• “On My Mama” – Victoria Monét — WINNER
• “Saturn” – SZA
• “Yeah Glo!” – GloRilla
BEST MOVIE
• American Fiction
• Bob Marley: One Love – WINNER
• Renaissance: A Film by Beyoncé
• Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse
• The Book of Clarence
• The Color Purple
• The Equalizer 3
• The Little Mermaid
BEST ACTOR
• Anthony Mackie
• Colman Domingo
• Damson Idris
• Denzel Washington – WINNER
• Donald Glover
• Idris Elba
• Jeffrey Wright
• Lakeith Stanfield
BEST ACTRESS
• Angela Bassett
• Ayo Edebiri
• Coco Jones
• Danielle Brooks
• Fantasia
• Halle Bailey
• Issa Rae
• Regina King — WINNER
YOUNGSTARS AWARD
• Akira Akbar
• Blue Ivy Carter – WINNER
• Demi Singleton
• Heiress Diana Harris
• JaBria McCullum
• Jalyn Hall
• Leah Jeffries
• Van Van
SPORTSWOMAN OF THE YEAR AWARD
• A’ja Wilson
• Angel Reese – WINNER
• Coco Gauff
• Flau’jae Johnson
• Juju Watkins
• Naomi Osaka
• Sha’Carri Richardson
• Simone Biles
SPORTSMAN OF THE YEAR AWARD
• Anthony Edwards
• Gervonta Davis
• Jalen Brunson – WINNER
• Jalen Hurts
• Kyrie Irving
• LeBron James
• Patrick Mahomes
• Stephen Curry
The 2024 BET Awards was a vibrant celebration of talent, culture, and achievement, honoring the contributions of artists and professionals who have made significant impacts in their industries. With memorable performances, emotional speeches, and well-deserved accolades, the event continues to be a beacon of excellence and inspiration within the entertainment community.
