The 2020 BET Awards was aired virtually on Sunday night.
Not only did the Awards mark its 20th anniversary on Sunday but the network also celebrated its 40th year on TV.
The show, hosted by Insecure actress, Amanda Seales, recognized top Black talent in music, sports, film, and more. Special categories included the BET Her Award, which went to “Brown Skin Girl” by Beyoncé, Blue Ivy, WizKid, and Saint Jhn, for its uplifting message.
During the virtual ceremony, which also aired on CBS for the first time, Beyoncé was also honored with the Humanitarian Award, while Jennifer Hudson stunned in a gorgeous live performance. Plus, audiences got to see a new teaser trailer for the actress’s turn as Aretha Franklin in the upcoming biopic Respect.
Check out the full winners’ list;
Best International Act
Burna Boy (Nigeria)
Viewer’s Choice: Best New International Act
Rema (Nigeria)**
SHA SHA (Zimbabwe)
Best Female R&B/Pop Artist
Lizzo
Best Male R&B/Pop Artist
Chris Brown
Best Group
Migos
Best Collaboration
Chris Brown Ft. Drake, “No Guidance”
Best Male Hip Hop Artist
DaBaby
Best Female Hip Hop Artist
Megan Thee Stallion
Video of the Year
DJ Khaled ft. Nipsey Hussle & John Legend, “Higher”
Video Director of the Year
Teyana “Spike Tee” Taylor
Best New Artist
Roddy Ricch
Album of the Year
Please Excuse Me For Being Antisocial, Roddy Ricch
Dr. Bobby Jones Best Gospel/Inspirational
Kirk Franklin, “Just for Me”
Best Actress
Issa Rae
Best Actor
Michael B. Jordan
Young Stars Award
Marsai Martin
Best Movie
Queen & Slim
Sportswoman of the Year
Simone Biles
Sportsman of the Year
LeBron James
BET HER Award
Beyoncé ft. Blue Ivy, WizKid & Saint Jhn, “Brown Skin Girl”
Viewer’s Choice Award
Megan Thee Stallion ft. Nicki Minaj, “Hot Girl Summer”
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