The 2024 BET Awards took place at the Peacock Theatre in Los Angeles on June 30, redefining culture and delivering unparalleled entertainment. Hosted by Academy Award-nominated actress Taraji P. Henson, the show commenced with an electrifying performance by Megan Thee Stallion. Notable artists such as Tyla, SZA, Victoria Monet, and more secured significant wins. This year, the BET Awards honored Usher with the prestigious BET Lifetime Achievement Award.
Usher, at the age of 45, became the second-youngest recipient of BET’s Lifetime Achievement Award, with Whitney Houston being the youngest at 37 when she received the inaugural award in 2001. Usher follows Chris Brown with the second-highest number of wins for Best Male R&B/Pop Artist, having won the award seven times. Usher’s initial win in the category dates back 22 years, marking the longest span of wins in any BET category.
1. Tyla’s Moment
South African pop singer Tyla emerged as a major winner at the 2024 BET Awards, clinching the “Best New Artist” and “Best International Act” accolades, with four nominations in total. Tyla, also known as Tyla Laura Seethal, received nominations for Best Female R&B/Pop Artist (won by SZA) and the Viewer’s Choice Award (awarded to Beyoncé’s “Texas Hold ‘Em”).
Expressing gratitude for pushing culture, Tyla thanked BET while adorned in a striking black high-slit dress. Following her acceptance speech, she delivered an electrifying performance of her hit song “Jump,” featuring US rapper Gunna and Jamaican dancehall DJ Skillibeng. Dancers in tiger print bodysuits, paying homage to her devoted fanbase called Tygers, kicked off her act, which included a colossal elephant statue and stilt performers. Earlier in the year, Tyla won the inaugural “Best African Music Performance” award at the 2024 Grammys for her mega-hit “Water.”
2. Victoria Monet and Teyana Taylor being the moment!
Victoria Monet and Teyana Taylor stood out during Usher’s tribute show. Their moment became special as they delivered a captivating performance of Usher’s “Bad Girl.” During their performance, the two stars showcased their dance moves as well as their vocal capabilities. Victoria went on to secure the BET Her Award and Video of the Year for “On My Mama.”
3. Usher’s tribute
Usher’s tribute show held many intriguing moments, featuring artists such as Childish Gambino, Keke Palmer, Coco Jones, Chloe, Tinashe, Victoria Monet, and Teyana Taylor. The tribute sparked divided opinions on social media, with some feeling dissatisfied with the selection of artists and performances.
4. Hot Girl Meg is Back!
Megan Thee Stallion, proving her prowess as an exceptional MC, delivered an electrifying performance, including a rock-and-roll rendition of her hit single “BOA” and “Where Them Girls At.” The stage came alive with a dance breakdown as Megan shouted out to Victoria Monét and Coco Jones.
5. Taraji P Henson “Not Like Us” Performance
Taraji P. Henson, hosting for the third time, opened the event with a spoof of Kendrick Lamar’s “Not Like Us,” donning a red hoodie and jeans reminiscent of Lamar’s attire from “The Pop-Out: Ken and Friends” Juneteenth event. Henson reworked the song’s hook to emphasize unity, clarifying that her reinterpretation was not about demonstrating loyalty but promoting solidarity.
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