BET Awards 2025: Simone Biles, LeBron James win top sports honors; full winners list
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The 25th BET Awards, held on June 9 at the Peacock Theatre in Los Angeles, honored leading figures in entertainment and sports. Hosted by comedian Kevin Hart, the awards celebrated the biggest achievements in Black culture, with athletes sharing the spotlight alongside musicians, actors, and creators.This year's sports categories highlighted standout performances and cultural impact in both women's and men's sports. Olympic gold medalist Simone Biles and NBA champion LeBron James received top honors, winning Sportswoman and Sportsman of the Year respectively.Also read: BET Awards 2025 Red Carpet: Snoop Dogg, Keke Palmer, Tyler Perry among celebrities in attendance The Sportswoman of the Year category recognized elite female athletes who demonstrated excellence, influence, and performance over the past year.Nominees:A'ja WilsonAngel ReeseClaressa ShieldsCoco GauffDawn StaleyFlau'jae JohnsonJuju WatkinsSha'Carri RichardsonWinner:Simone Biles – The gymnastics icon secured the award for her continued dominance and high-profile return to competition, reinforcing her legacy as one of the most decorated athletes in history.Also read: BET Awards 2025: how to watch, host, performers, nominations and Icon Award winners The Sportsman of the Year category honored male athletes who made significant contributions to their sport and community.Nominees:Aaron JudgeAnthony EdwardsDeion SandersJalen HurtsJayson TatumSaquon BarkleyStephen CurryWinner:LeBron James – The four-time NBA champion received recognition for his on-court success with the Los Angeles Lakers and his ongoing off-court impact through education and activism.Also read: Awards Season 2025-26: Full list of award shows and nominations from June 2025 to March 2026 Several prominent figures across music and entertainment were honored or nominated during the BET Awards ceremony:Kendrick Lamar – Nominated for Album of the Year and Best CollaborationDoechii – Won Best Female Hip Hop Artist; nominated for Album of the YearSZA – Won Best Female R&B/Pop ArtistDrake – Six nominations including Album of the Year and Video of the YearThe Weeknd – Nominated for Album and Video of the YearFuture – Multiple nominations in top music categoriesTyler, the Creator – Nominated for Best Collaboration and Video Director of the YearLeon Thomas – Won Best New ArtistSummer Walker – Won BET Her Award for Heart of a Woman
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