Get ready for a night of excitement and celebration as BET announces the highly anticipated return of the “BET Awards” 2023. Broadcasting live from Los Angeles on Monday, June 26, the show promises to be a spectacular event exclusively on BET (DStv channel 129) at 2am CAT. Aptly referred to as Culture’s Biggest Night, the “BET Awards” will commemorate five decades of Hip Hop throughout the electrifying telecast.

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For two consecutive years, 2022 and 2021, the “BET Awards” has claimed the title of the #1 cable award show among all adults aged 18-49. Additionally, it holds the remarkable distinction of being the #1 cable award show among Black adults aged 18-49 for an impressive 21 years in a row (CY02-CY22). To accommodate fans, the show will repeat on Monday, June 26 at 8pm CAT on BET (DStv channel 129).

Connie Orlando, EVP Specials, Music Programming & Music Strategy at BET, expressed their excitement about the upcoming event, stating, “We are thrilled to be back in LA for BET Awards 2023 and to celebrate a huge cultural milestone – the 50th Anniversary of Hip Hop. For five decades, Hip Hop has not only influenced American culture but has become a global phenomenon and one of the most influential musical genres of our lifetime. From music to fashion, art, and entertainment, we are honored to have always provided a platform for Hip Hop to thrive. We look forward to paying tribute to the pioneers and innovators as we amplify the new generation of Hip Hop artists like only BET can.”

Monde Twala, Senior Vice-President and General Manager for Paramount Africa and Lead for BET International, added his excitement, saying, “this year’s show will be a testament to the transformative power of this genre, showcasing the remarkable impact it has had on music, fashion, and society. We are excited to gather together to pay homage to the legends, recognize the emerging talents, and create a truly unforgettable experience that captures the essence of Hip Hop’s vibrant culture.”

The “BET Awards” 2023 promises to be a night to remember, celebrating the legacy of Hip Hop and its profound influence on the music industry, fashion, and society. Prepare for a star-studded event as legends are honored, emerging talents are recognized, and the dynamic culture of Hip Hop takes center stage. Join us as we pay tribute to 50 years of innovation, creativity, and the undeniable impact of this genre on a global scale.

Stay tuned to BET (DStv channel 129) on Monday, June 26, at 2am CAT for a night of unforgettable performances, exciting surprises, and a celebration of Hip Hop like never before.

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The complete list of nominees for “BET Awards” 2023 are:

Album of the Year

ANYWAYS, LIFE’S GREAT  GLORILLA

BREEZY  CHRIS BROWN

GOD DID  DJ KHALED

HER LOSS   DRAKE & 21 SAVAGE

MR. MORALE & THE BIG STEPPERS KENDRICK LAMAR

RENAISSANCE  BEYONCÉ

SOS  SZA

Best Female R&B/Pop Artist

ARI LENNOX

BEYONCÉ

COCO JONES

H.E.R.

LIZZO

SZA

TEMS

Best Male R&B/Pop Artist

BLXST

BRENT FAIYAZ

BURNA BOY

CHRIS BROWN

DRAKE

THE WEEKND

USHER

Best Group

CITY GIRLS

DRAKE & 21 SAVAGE

DVSN

FLO

MAVERICK CITY MUSIC & KIRK FRANKLIN

QUAVO & TAKEOFF

WANMOR

Best Collaboration

“BIG ENERGY (REMIX)” LATTO & MARIAH CAREY FEAT. DJ KHALED

“BOY’S A LIAR PT. 2”  PINKPANTHERESS & ICE SPICE

“CALL ME EVERY DAY” CHRIS BROWN FEAT. WIZKID

“CAN’T STOP WON’T STOP” KING COMBS FEAT. KODAK BLACK

“CREEPIN’”  METRO BOOMIN, THE WEEKND & 21 SAVAGE

“F.N.F. (LET’S GO)”  HITKIDD & GLORILLA

“TOMORROW 2”  GLORILLA & CARDI B

“WAIT FOR U”  FUTURE FEAT. DRAKE & TEMS

Best Female Hip Hop Artist

CARDI B

COI LERAY

GLORILLA

ICE SPICE

LATTO

MEGAN THEE STALLION

NICKI MINAJ

Best Male Hip Hop Artist

21 SAVAGE

DRAKE

FUTURE

J. COLE

JACK HARLOW

KENDRICK LAMAR

LIL BABY

Video of the Year

WE (WARM EMBRACE) CHRIS BROWN

2 MILLION UP  PEEZY, JEEZY & REAL BOSTON RICHEY FEAT. ROB49

ABOUT DAMN TIME  LIZZO

BAD HABIT  STEVE LACY

FIRST CLASS   JACK HARLOW

KILL BILL  SZA

TOMORROW 2  GLORILLA & CARDI B

Video Director of the Year

A$AP ROCKY FOR AWGE

BENNY BOOM

BURNA BOY

COLE BENNETT

DAVE FREE & KENDRICK LAMAR

DIRECTOR X

TEYANA “SPIKE TEY” TAYLOR

Best New Artist

AMBRÉ

COCO JONES

DOECHII

FLO

GLORILLA

ICE SPICE

LOLA BROOKE

Dr. Bobby Jones Best Gospel/Inspirational Award

“BLESS ME”   MAVERICK CITY MUSIC & KIRK FRANKLIN

“FINISHED (LIVE)”   TAMELA MANN

“I’VE GOT JOY”    CECE WINANS

“KINGDOM” MAVERICK CITY MUSIC & KIRK FRANKLIN FEAT. NAOMI RAINE & CHANDLER MOORE

“NEW”   TYE TRIBBETT

“ONE MOMENT FROM GLORY”  YOLANDA ADAMS

“THE BETTER BENEDICTION (PT.2)” PJ MORTON FEAT. LISA KNOWLES-SMITH, LE’ANDRIA JOHNSON, KEKE WYATT, KIERRA SHEARD & TASHA COBBS LEONARD

Viewer’s Choice Award

“BREAK MY SOUL”  BEYONCÉ

“JIMMY COOKS”  DRAKE FEAT 21 SAVAGE

“KILL BILL” SZA

“FIRST CLASS”  JACK HARLOW

“SUPER FREAKY GIRL”  NICKI MINAJ

“ABOUT DAMN TIME”  LIZZO

“LAST LAST”  BURNA BOY

“WAIT FOR U”  FUTURE FEAT. DRAKE & TEMS

Best International Act

AYA NAKAMURA (FRANCE)

AYRA STARR (NIGERIA)

BURNA BOY (NIGERIA)

CENTRAL CEE (UK)

ELLA MAI (UK)

KO (SOUTH AFRICA)

L7NNON (BRAZIL)

STORMZY (UK)

TIAKOLA (FRANCE)

UNCLE WAFFLES (SOUTH AFRICA)

Viewer’s Choice: Best New International Act

ASAKE (NIGERIA)

CAMIDOH (GHANA)

FLO (UK)

LIBIANCA (CAMEROON)

MAUREEN (FRANCE)

MC RYAN SP (BRAZIL)

PABI COOPER (SOUTH AFRICA)

RAYE (UK)

WERENOI (FRANCE)

BET Her

“ABOUT DAMN TIME”  LIZZO

“BOY’S A LIAR PT. 2”  PINKPANTHERESS, ICE SPICE

“BREAK MY SOUL”  BEYONCÉ

“HER”  MEGAN THEE STALLION

“LIFT ME UP” BLACK PANTHER: WAKANDA FOREVER – MUSIC FROM AND INSPIRED BY – RIHANNA & LUDWIG GÖRANSSON

“PLAYERS”  COI LERAY

“SPECIAL”  LIZZO

Best Movie

BLACK PANTHER: WAKANDA FOREVER

CREED 3

EMANCIPATION

NOPE

THE WOMAN KING

TILL

WHITNEY HOUSTON: I WANNA DANCE WITH SOMEBODY

Best Actor

AMIN JOSEPH

BRIAN TYREE HENRY

DAMSON IDRIS

DANIEL KALUUYA

DEMETRIUS ‘LIL MEECH’ FLENORY JR.

DONALD GLOVER

MICHAEL B. JORDAN

Best Actress

ANGELA BASSETT

COCO JONES

JANELLE JAMES

JANELLE MONÁE

KEKE PALMER

VIOLA DAVIS

ZENDAYA

YoungStars Award

AKIRA AKBAR

ALAYA HIGH

DEMI SINGLETON

GENESIS DENISE

MARSAI MARTIN

THADDEUS J. MIXSON

DYLAN GILMER

Sportswoman of the Year Award

ALEXIS MORRIS

ALLYSON FELIX

ANGEL REESE

CANDACE PARKER

NAOMI OSAKA

SERENA WILLIAMS

SHA’CARRI RICHARDSON

Sportsman of the Year Award

AARON JUDGE

BUBBA WALLACE

GERVONTA DAVIS

JALEN HURTS

LEBRON JAMES

PATRICK MAHOMES

STEPHEN CURRY

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