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The 2025 BET Awards celebrated Black excellence once again with a dazzling night of music, culture, and recognition. From global superstars to rising talents, the ceremony honored the most impactful names across entertainment.

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According to online reports, the biggest winners of the night included Nigerian artists Tems and Burna Boy, both securing major international categories, further cementing Afrobeats' dominance on the global stage.

Tems took home the Best International Act award, making her the first Nigerian female artist to win the category twice. Meanwhile, Burna Boy clinched the Best Male International Artist, continuing his global streak after a Grammy win earlier this year.

American artist Chris Brown emerged as a top winner too, bagging Best Male R&B/Pop Artist, while Doja Cat won Best Female R&B/Pop Artist.

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Other big wins of the night included Drake and J. Cole’s “First Person Shooter” for Best Collaboration, and Nicki Minaj for Best Female Hip-Hop Artist.

Afrobeats was a strong theme at the event, with live performances from Tems, Tyla, and Asake, drawing roaring applause from the audience and trending worldwide on social media platforms.

The BET Awards continue to spotlight African and diaspora talent in ways that reflect global cultural shifts, and this year’s edition was no different.

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Here’s a quick look at some major winners:

Tems – Best International Act

Burna Boy – Best Male International Artist

Chris Brown – Best Male R&B/Pop Artist

Nicki Minaj – Best Female Hip-Hop Artist

Drake & J. Cole – Best Collaboration (“First Person Shooter”)

With Nigeria making headlines at this year’s BET Awards, fans and artists alike are celebrating what many call a new golden era for African music on the global stage.

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