2023 BET AWARDS: SZA, Beyoncé Win Big

SZA and Beyoncé emerged as the biggest winners of the night at the 2023 BET Awards, each taking home three prestigious honours.

The star-studded event, which recognizes outstanding achievements in music, TV, film, and sports, unfolded in a captivating live ceremony held at the Microsoft Theater in Los Angeles.

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This year’s edition marked a significant milestone, commemorating 50 years of Hip Hop, with the iconic Busta Rhymes being presented with the esteemed Lifetime Achievement Award.

The unforgettable night saw an emotional tribute to legendary singer Tina Turner by Patti LaBelle, although she momentarily faltered on the lyrics of “Simply the Best.”

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Nonetheless, the atmosphere was electrified by SZA’s triumphs, as she claimed victory in the categories of Best Female R&B/Pop Artist and Video of the Year for her compelling work, “Kill Bill.”

Meanwhile, Beyoncé’s powerful anthem, “Break My Soul,” earned her two accolades—the Viewers Choice Award and the BET Her Award.

In a surprising turn of events, the Male R&B/Pop Artist honour resulted in a tie between two immensely talented artists: Chris Brown and Usher. Their outstanding contributions to the music industry were duly recognized and celebrated.

Stepping into the realm of cinema, Disney/Marvel’s highly anticipated film, “Black Panther: Wakanda Forever,” seized the title of Best Movie, while Angela Bassett, a standout performer in the same film, was honoured with the Best Actress award.

The Best Actor accolade was claimed by the immensely talented Damson Idris, showcasing his remarkable skills and captivating presence on the silver screen.

Canadian rapper Drake dominated the nominations, alongside GloRilla, with seven nods each. Drake secured a well-deserved double victory, solidifying his position as one of the industry’s most influential figures.

The BET Awards also served as a platform for poignant reunions and acknowledgments. Offset and Quavo of the renowned group Migos reunited to pay tribute to their late bandmate, Takeoff, evoking a profound sense of nostalgia among fans.

In addition, Muni Long took a moment to highlight the significance of writers amidst the ongoing WGA strike, emphasizing their invaluable contributions to the entertainment industry.

Below is the full list of 2023 BET Awards winners

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

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

Somto Bisina

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