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Burna Boy Wins Best International Act In 2023 BET Awards [See Full List]

Among the night’s standout winners were Nigerian superstars Burna Boy and Tems, who emerged victorious in their respective categories.

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1 year ago

June 26, 2023

Oluwadara Adebisi

The 2023 BET Awards took center stage at the Microsoft Theatre in Los Angeles on June 26, 2023, honoring the rich legacy of Hip Hop while showcasing exceptional talent from around the world.

News About Nigeria reports that among the night’s standout winners were Nigerian superstars Burna Boy and Tems, who emerged victorious in their respective categories.

The star-studded event paid homage to 50 years of Hip Hop, treating the audience to unforgettable performances by rap legends including KRS1, Big Daddy, and Fat Joe.

Adding to the excitement, Nigerian sensation Davido electrified the stage with a captivating rendition of his chart-topping single, “Unavailable.”

This marked the second consecutive year that an Afrobeats artist performed at the prestigious main event, following Fireboy’s stellar performance last year.

The evening reached a crescendo of celebration as Burna Boy, an icon in the Nigerian music industry, was bestowed with the highly coveted Best International Act award.

This recognition showcased Burna Boy’s exceptional contributions to the global music scene and solidified his status as an influential artist of international acclaim.

Additionally, Tems, another rising star from Nigeria, secured the Best Collaboration award for the second year in a row.

This accolade honored her remarkable contribution to Future’s hit track, “Wait For U,” further highlighting her exceptional talent and ability to captivate audiences worldwide.

Full List of Winners at 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