The BET Awards 2024 delivered an unforgettable night of music, culture, and recognition, celebrating the finest talents in the entertainment industry. Hosted at the Microsoft Theater in Los Angeles, the event brought together an array of performers and honorees, ensuring a night full of excitement and monumental wins.
Killer Mike emerged as a standout star, taking home three awards, including the coveted Best Rap Album for his critically acclaimed project. This year’s BET Awards saw Victoria Monét winning two awards out of her seven nominations, solidifying her presence in the music scene.
In the competitive category of Album of the Year, Taylor Swift triumphed with her album “Midnights,” edging out strong contenders like Miley Cyrus’ “Endless Summer Vacation” and SZA’s “SOS”. Miley Cyrus also had a big night, winning Record of the Year for her hit “Flowers,” adding another accolade to her impressive career.
Victoria Monét was named Best New Artist, a testament to her breakout year and the impact she has had on the industry. Meanwhile, the Song of the Year was awarded to Billie Eilish for “What Was I Made For?” from the “Barbie” soundtrack, showcasing her songwriting prowess alongside her brother Finneas.
One of the night’s most memorable moments was the presentation of the Life Achievement Award to Usher. Recognized for his remarkable contributions to music and entertainment over the years, Usher’s career spans decades, marked by numerous chart-topping hits, groundbreaking performances, and a lasting influence on R&B and pop music. His emotional acceptance speech highlighted his journey and the importance of resilience and passion in his career.
The night was filled with electrifying performances from some of the biggest names in music. Usher, SZA, and Megan Thee Stallion took to the stage, delivering performances that left the audience in awe. The event also paid tribute to hip-hop legends and pioneers, marking the genre’s influence and legacy over the years.
The BET Awards also honored various artists and entertainers for their contributions to music and culture. Beyoncé received accolades in the Best Female R&B/Pop Artist category, and Kendrick Lamar was named Best Male Hip Hop Artist, recognizing his continued excellence and influence in the genre.
Complete List of Winners
- Album of the Year:
- “Midnights” — Taylor Swift | WINNER
- “World Music Radio” — Jon Batiste
- “The Record” — Boygenius
- “Endless Summer Vacation” — Miley Cyrus
- “Did You Know That There’s a Tunnel Under Ocean Blvd” — Lana Del Rey
- “The Age of Pleasure” — Janelle Monáe
- “Guts” — Olivia Rodrigo
- “SOS” — SZA
- Record of the Year:
- “Flowers” — Miley Cyrus | WINNER
- “Worship” — Jon Batiste
- “Not Strong Enough” — Boygenius
- “What Was I Made For?” [From “Barbie”] — Billie Eilish
- “On My Mama” — Victoria Monét
- “Vampire” — Olivia Rodrigo
- “Anti-Hero” — Taylor Swift
- “Kill Bill” — SZA
- New Artist:
- Victoria Monét | WINNER
- Gracie Abrams
- Fred again..
- Ice Spice
- Jelly Roll
- Coco Jones
- Noah Kahan
- The War and Treaty
- Song of the Year:
- “What Was I Made For?” [From “Barbie”] — Billie Eilish O’Connell & Finneas O’Connell, songwriters (Billie Eilish) | WINNER
- “Flowers” — Miley Cyrus, Gregory Aldae Hein & Michael Pollack, songwriters (Miley Cyrus)
- “A&W” — Jack Antonoff, Lana Del Rey & Sam Dew, songwriters (Lana Del Rey)
- “Anti-Hero” — Jack Antonoff & Taylor Swift, songwriters (Taylor Swift)
- “Butterfly” — Jon Batiste & Dan Wilson, songwriters (Jon Batiste)
- “Dance the Night” — Caroline Ailin, Dua Lipa, Mark Ronson & Andrew Wyatt, songwriters; track from “Barbie: The Album” (Dua Lipa)
- “Kill Bill” — Rob Bisel, Carter Lang & Solána Rowe, songwriters (SZA)
- “Vampire” — Daniel Nigro & Olivia Rodrigo, songwriters (Olivia Rodrigo)
- Best Male R&B/Pop Artist:
- Usher | WINNER
- Brent Faiyaz
- Bryson Tiller
- Burna Boy
- Chris Brown
- Drake
- Fridayy
- October London
- Best Female R&B/Pop Artist:
- SZA | WINNER
- Beyoncé
- Coco Jones
- Doja Cat
- H.E.R.
- Muni Long
- Tyla
- Victoria Monét
- Best Male Hip Hop Artist:
- Kendrick Lamar | WINNER
- 21 Savage
- Burna Boy
- Drake
- Future
- Gunna
- J. Cole
- Lil Wayne
- Best Female Hip Hop Artist:
- Nicki Minaj | WINNER
- Cardi B
- Doja Cat
- GloRilla
- Ice Spice
- Latto
- Megan Thee Stallion
- Sexyy Red
- Best Group:
- ¥$ | WINNER
- 2 Chainz & Lil Wayne
- 4Batz
- Blxst & Bino Rideaux
- City Girls
- FLO
- Maverick City Music
- Wanmor
- BET Her Award:
- “On My Mama” — Victoria Monét | WINNER
- “16 Carriages” — Beyoncé
- “Blessings” — Nicki Minaj featuring Tasha Cobbs Leonard
- “Commas” — Ayra Starr
- “Fly Girl” — FLO featuring Missy Elliott
- “Hiss” — Megan Thee Stallion
- “Saturn” — SZA
- “Yeah Glo!” — GloRilla
- Video Director of the Year:
- Benny Boom | WINNER
- Child.
- Cole Bennett
- Dave Meyers
- Janelle Monáe & Alan Ferguson
- Offset
- Tyler, the Creator
- Best Movie:
- “American Fiction” | WINNER
- “Creed III”
- “Till”
- “The Woman King”
- “Wakanda Forever”