The BET Awards 2025 were held on June 10 at the Peacock Theater in Los Angeles, and the night’s biggest spotlight belonged to Kendrick Lamar. The rapper took home five awards out of the ten nominations he received, making him the most awarded artist of the evening. On the women’s side, SZA stood out as the top winner.
Known for celebrating Black excellence in music, entertainment, and culture, the BET Awards honored Kendrick not only for his music, but also for the impact he’s had this year—headlining the 2025 Super Bowl halftime show and being at the center of one of the most talked-about rap beefs in recent years with Drake.
“BET has always made sure they’re representing the culture right and always put me in the midst of the cycle of what we represent,” Lamar said during his acceptance speech.
Kendrick Lamar speaks onstage at the BET Awards 2025 held at the Peacock Theater on June 09, 2025 in Los Angeles, California. (Earl Gibson III/Getty Images)
This 25th anniversary edition was hosted by comedian Kevin Hart and featured several memorable performances. Ashanti delivered a high-energy medley of her greatest hits, while Andra Day paid tribute to the legendary Roberta Flack with an emotional performance.
Mariah Carey also took the stage—not only to receive one of the night’s Icon Awards, but to debut her brand-new single, ‘Dangerous Type,’ which she released just days before.
Highlights of BET Awards 2025
Some of the most powerful and emotional moments at the 2025 BET Awards came from stars like Kirk Franklin, Mariah Carey, Jamie Foxx, and Snoop Dogg, who brought both heart and honesty to the stage.
Actor Jamie Foxx reflected on his near-death experience after suffering a stroke two years ago, sharing a deeply personal moment with the audience: “When I saw that in memoriam, I was like, ‘Man, that could’ve been me.” His words were met with a standing ovation, marking one of the most touching moments of the night.
“I don’t know why I went through what I went through, but I know my second chance, I’m not going to turn down.” – Jamie Foxx talking about his stroke at the #BETAwards
There was also a strong political message woven into the evening. Doechii, who took home the award for Best Female Hip Hop Artist, delivered a bold and pointed speech. She criticized the government’s response to past protests in Los Angeles—particularly the military deployment during demonstrations against ICE (Immigration and Customs Enforcement).
Full list of winners from this 25th edition of the BET Awards:
Kevin Gates, Doechii, Snoop Dogg at the BET Awards 2025 held at the Peacock Theater on June 09, 2025 in Los Angeles, California. (Christopher Polk/Getty Images)
Album of the Year
Drake and PartyNextDoor, $Some $Sexy $Songs 4 U
Chris Brown, 11:11 Deluxe
Doechii, Alligator Bites Never Heal
Beyoncé, Cowboy Carter
GloRilla, Glorious
Kendrick Lamar, GNX— WINNER
The Weeknd, Hurry Up Tomorrow
Future and Metro Boomin, We Don’t Trust You
Best
Female R&B/Pop Artist
Ari Lennox
Ayra Starr
Coco Jones
Kehlani
Muni Long
Summer Walker
SZA — WINNER
Victoria Monét
Male R&B/Pop Artist
Bruno Mars
Chris Brown — WINNER
Drake
Fridayy
Leon Thomas
Teddy Swims
The Weeknd
Usher
Group
41
Common and Pete Rock
Drake and PartyNextDoor,
FLO
Future and Metro Boomin — WINNER
Jaquees and Dej Loaf
Larry June, 2 Chainz, The Alchemist
Maverick City Music
Collaboration
SZA Featuring Kendrick Lamar, 30 For 30
Doechii Featuring JT, Alter Ego
Teddy swims Featuring Giveon, Are You Even Real
Dee Billz Featuring Kyle Richh, Kai Swervo, KJ Swervo, Beckham
Lil Wayne, Wheezy and Young Thug, Bless
Future, Metro Boomin and Kendrick Lamar, Like That
Kendrick Lamar and SZA, Luther — WINNER
Tyler, The Creator Featuring Glorilla, Sexxy Red and Lil Wayne, Sticky
The Weeknd Featuring Playboi Carti, Timeless
Female Hip Hop Artist
Cardi B
Doechii — WINNER
Doja Cat
GloRilla
Latto
Megan Thee Stallion
Nicki Minaj
Rapsody
Sexxy Red
Male Hip Hop Artist
BigXThaPlug
BossMan Dlow
Burna Boy
Drake
Future
Kendrick Lamar — WINNER
Key Glock
Lil Wayne
Tyler, The Creator
Video
Of the Year
Key Glock, 3AM in ToKEYo
Shaboozey, A Bar Song (Tipsy)
Kehlani, After Hours
Doechii, Denial is a River
Drake, Family Matters
Kendrick Lamar, Not Like Us — WINNER
The Weeknd Featuring Playboi Carti, Timeless
Future, Metro Boomin Travis Scott and Playboi Carti, Type Shit
Director of the Year
Anderson .Paak
B Pace Productions and Jacquees
Benny Boom
Cactus Jack
Cole Bennett
Dave Free and Kendrick Lamar — WINNERS
Dave Meyers
Foggieraw
Tyler, The Creator
Best New Artist
41
Ayra Starr
BigXThaPlug
BossMan Dlow
Dee Billz
Leon Thomas — WINNER
October London
Shaboozey
Teddy Swims
Dr. Bobby Jones Best Gospel, Inspiration Award
Common and Pete Rock Featuring Jennifer Hudson, A God (There Is)
Pastor Mike Jr., Amen
Fridayy, Better Days
Yolanda Adams Featuring Sir The Baptist and Donald Lawrence, Church Doors (Terry Hunter Remix)
Maverick City Music, Jordin Sparks, Chandler Moore and Anthony Gargiula, Constant
Tamela Mann, Deserve to Win
Rapsody, Faith
GloRilla Featuring Kirk Franklin, Maverick City Music, Rain Down on Me — WINNER
Viewer’s Choice Award
Chris Brown, Residuals — WINNER
Doechii, Denial is a River
Drake, Nokia
Future and Metro Boomin Featuring Kendrick Lamar, Like That
GloRilla, TGIF
Kendrick Lamar, Not Like Us
Kendrick Lamar and SZA, Luther
Latto, Brokey
BET Her
Mary J. Blige, Beautiful People
Beyoncé Featuring Tanner Adell, Brittney Spencer, Tiera Kennedy and Reyna Roberts, Blackbird
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