BET Awards

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  • 2001
  • 1 Season
  • 5.6  (40)

The BET Awards were established in 2001 by the Black Entertainment Television cable network. What distinguishes this show from other awards shows is that it includes many entertainment and philanthropic categories that celebrate African American culture. Artists and other minorities in music, sports, acting and many other fields over the prior year are honored.

The awards show is broadcast live on BET, with presenters such as actor, comedian and singer, Jamie Foxx and Samuel L. Jackson. Prior show hosts have included: comedians and actors, Steve Harvey and Cedric the Entertainer; comedienne and actress, Mo'Nique; actors, Will Smith and Jada Pinkett Smith; comedians and actors, Damon Wayans and DL Hughley; veteran rapper, writer, actress and producer, Queen Latifah; and actor and comedian, Kevin Hart.

The award sculpture was designed by Carlos Mare Rodriguez, a Hip Hop culture icon. The inaugural ceremony was held in 2001 at Las Vegas' Paris resort. The Kodak Theater in Hollywood hosted the event from 2002 to 2005. Since then, the awards have been held at the Los Angeles Shrine Auditorium. Next year, the BET Awards plans to relocate to the Nokia Theatre at L.A. Live in downtown Los Angeles.

The main categories of the BET Awards include Best: Hip-Hop Artists, Gospel Artist, R and B Artists,
Group, New Artist, Collaboration, Music Video, Video of the Year, Viewer's Choice, Centric Award,
Actor and Actress, Movie and Athlete of the Year.

One of the most important features of the show is The BET Lifetime Achievement and Humanitarian Awards. Nominees are announced ahead of time in a special press conference. The awards ceremony features a short documentary that covers each honoree's life. Each award is given out separately.

The BET Lifetime Achievement Award goes to a legendary artist or group who has made a very notable contribution to the entertainment industry. A tribute is paid by current singers, all of whom perform each honoree's most popular songs. The honoree also performs after the tribute has concluded. Recipients of this award have included: Whitney Houston, Earth Wind and Fire, James Brown, The Isley Brothers, Gladys Knight, Chaka Khan, Diana Ross, Al Green, The O'Jays, Prince, Patti Labelle and Maze Featuring Frankie Beverly.

The BET Humanitarian Award category was created in 2002, which debuted at the second annual show. The Humanitarian Award goes to celebrity philanthropists who donate their resources to charitable causes. Recipients have included: Muhammad Ali, Earvin Magic Johnson, Danny Glover, Denzel and Pauletta Washington, Harry Belafonte, Don Cheadle, Quincy Jones, Alicia Keys and Wyclef Jean, John Legend, Steve Harvey and Rev. Al Sharpton.

BET Awards is a series that is currently running and has 1 seasons (26 episodes). The series first aired on June 19, 2001.

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2023 BET Awards
23. 2023 BET Awards
June 25, 2023
Academy Award®-nominated and Golden Globe®-winning actor, writer, director, producer, and philanthropist Taraji P. Henson will return to host the "BET AWARDS" LIVE from the Microsoft Theater in Los Angeles.
2022 BET Awards
22. 2022 BET Awards
June 26, 2022
Academy Award®-nominated and Golden Globe®-winning actor, writer, director, producer, and philanthropist Taraji P. Henson will return to host the "BET AWARDS" LIVE from the Microsoft Theater in Los Angeles.
2021 BET Awards
21. 2021 BET Awards
June 27, 2021
Taraji P. Henson Will Host The 2021 BET Awards, Queen Latifah Receives Prestigious Lifetime Achievement Award. Nominees: ALBUM OF THE YEAR: CHLOE X HALLE - UNGODLY HOUR, NAS - KING'S DISEASE, JAZMINE SULLIVAN - HEAUX TALES, MEGAN THEE STALLION - GOOD NEWS, DABABY - BLAME IT ON BABY, THE WEEKND - AFTER HOURS
2020 BET Awards
20. 2020 BET Awards
June 28, 2020
Amanda Seales hosts the 2020 BET Awards honoring top entertainers.
2019 BET Awards
19. 2019 BET Awards
June 23, 2019
The BET Awards celebrates African Americans and other minorities in music, acting, sports, and other fields of entertainment over the past year. The annual award show features performances by artists, and some of the awards of more popular interest are presented in a televised ceremony broadcast on BET. The BET Awards also takes over L.A. LIVE for an electrifying three days and nights of music and entertainment in L.A. In addition to concerts, comedy shows and home of the BET Awards, the BET Experience 3-day weekend will feature BET Fan Fest, Celebrity Basketball, seminars, various social events and celebrity appearances. BET Experience will climax with the BET Awards broadcasting live from Microsoft Theater L.A.
2018 BET Awards
18. 2018 BET Awards
June 24, 2018
Jamie Foxx returns to host BET's 18th annual event honoring top entertainers.
BET Awards '17
17. BET Awards '17
June 25, 2017
Leslie Jones hosts the annual awards gala, which features performances by Bruno Mars, Future, Migos, Tamar Braxton and Trey Songz. New Edition is honored with the Lifetime Achievement Award; and Chance the Rapper is honored with the Humanitarian Award. Nominees include Beyoncé, who has seven nods; Bruno Mars, who has five; and Chance the Rapper, Solange and Migos, who each have four. From the Microsoft Theater in L.A.
BET Awards '16
16. BET Awards '16
June 26, 2016
The 2016 BET Awards will be held on June 26, 2016, at the Microsoft Theater in Los Angeles. Black Entertainment Television honors African Americans and other minorities for their roles in entertainment during the previous years. These awards are handed out annually and are broadcast live on BET This Year, celebrating legendary artist Prince with musical tributes, including Sheila E., The Roots, D'Angelo, Janelle Monae, and much more. Hosting: Tracee Ellis Ross and Anthony Anderson
BET Awards '15
15. BET Awards '15
June 28, 2015
Comedians Anthony Anderson and Tracee Ellis Ross co-host the 15th annual BET Awards. The show airs live from the Nokia Theatre L.A. in Los Angeles, California.
BET Awards '14
14. BET Awards '14
June 29, 2014
Chris Rock hosts the 2014 BET Awards with special performances by Pharrell Williams, Usher, Drake and Lil Wayne.
BET Awards '13
13. BET Awards '13
June 30, 2013
Chris Tucker hosts the 2013 BET Awards with special performances by Nicki Minaj, Ciara, Mariah Carey, Justin Timberlake, and Chris Brown.
BET Awards '12
12. BET Awards '12
July 1, 2012
Samuel L. Jackson hosts the 2012 BET Awards Live with special performances including Nicki Minaj, Usher, and Chris Brown.
BET Awards '11
11. BET Awards '11
June 26, 2011
Kevin Hart hosts the 2011 BET Awards Live at the Shrine Auditorium in Los Angeles. Performances by Alicia Keys, Jill Scott, Chris Brown, Lil Wayne, Beyone and more will light the stage.
BET Awards '10
10. BET Awards '10
June 27, 2010
Queen Latifah hosts the 2010 BET Awards Live at the Shrine Auditorium in Los Angeles. Performances by Diddy-Dirty Money, Trey Songz, Nicki Minaj, Drake and more will light the stage!
BET Awards '09
9. BET Awards '09
June 28, 2009
After the death of Michael Jackson, BET re-organized most of the 2009 BET Awards ceremony to commemorate the artist's life. Host Jamie Foxx said, "We want to celebrate this black man. He belongs to us and we shared him with everybody else." The show was revised within three days of its airing on June 28, 2009, with several artists changing their original planned routine to sing many of Michael Jackson's songs, including songs he sang as a member of The Jackson Five as well as songs in his solo career.[1] His father, Joseph Jackson, and former confidant, Reverend Al Sharpton were present as audience members throughout the show. Janet Jackson, Michael Jackson's sister made an appearance at the finale of the show, and spoke briefly on behalf of the Jackson family.
BET Awards '08
8. BET Awards '08
June 24, 2008
Summary is not available.
BET Awards '07
7. BET Awards '07
June 26, 2007
Summary is not available.
BET Awards '06
6. BET Awards '06
June 27, 2006
Summary is not available.
BET Awards '05
5. BET Awards '05
June 28, 2005
Summary is not available.
BET Awards '04
4. BET Awards '04
June 29, 2004
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BET Awards '03
3. BET Awards '03
June 24, 2003
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BET Awards '02
2. BET Awards '02
June 25, 2002
Summary is not available.
BET Awards '01
1. BET Awards '01
June 19, 2001
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Road to BETX Awards, Part 2
100. Road to BETX Awards, Part 2
June 24, 2015
Watch the second part of the road to the BETX Awards.
Road to BETX Awards, Part 3
101. Road to BETX Awards, Part 3
June 25, 2015
Watch the third part of the road to the BETX Awards.
BET Awards 2015 Post-Show: The After Party Live
102. BET Awards 2015 Post-Show: The After Party Live
June 29, 2015
The biggest night in music; the hottest red-carpet looks; the biggest winners; great performances.
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Where to Watch BET Awards
BET Awards is available for streaming on the BET website, both individual episodes and full seasons. You can also watch BET Awards on demand at Philo and BET.
  • Premiere Date
    June 19, 2001
  • IMDB Rating
    5.6  (40)