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IOL News
4 days ago
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- IOL News
Minnie vs Londie and Beyoncé's music heist: this week in celebrity shenanigans
Another celebrity feud is making headlines on the internet and Nicki Minaj is at the center of it as she recently was going at it on social media with SZA. Image: Instagram This week in celebrity news, controversy, music and romance were all on the menu. From Nicki Minaj's fiery online rant to Tyla's latest musical endeavours, here's a rundown of the most notable stories. 1. Nicki Minaj responds to SZA's comments Rapper Nicki Minaj this week found herself at the centre of a social media storm after responding to comments made by R&B singer SZA. The 42-year-old rapper unleashed a fiery rant on X, sparking debate among fans and drawing attention to the drama unfolding online. Minaj revealed that Punch, an artist signed to SZA's label, Top Dawg Entertainment, bullied her online, without provocation. The '30 for 30' singer later posted a brief, mysterious tweet. It appeared to be a general statement, as no names were mentioned. 2. Tyla makes waves in Berlin with new music South African-born sensation Tyla is making headlines with her latest musical endeavours. The "Water" singer unveiled two new tracks from her upcoming mixtape, 'We Wanna Party', while in Berlin. The 'popiano' princess this week invited her fans to party in style and share a fun-filled day with her as they grooved to her chart-topping hit 'Is It'. The Berlin bash was a celebration of the upcoming mixtape, where fans were treated to a confetti party. Video Player is loading. Play Video Play Unmute Current Time 0:00 / Duration -:- Loaded : 0% Stream Type LIVE Seek to live, currently behind live LIVE Remaining Time - 0:00 This is a modal window. Beginning of dialog window. Escape will cancel and close the window. 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Jessica Alba spotted with new beau after split The mystery man Jessica Alba was spotted kissing earlier this year has now been identified as 'Captain America' actor Danny Ramirez. This comes months after the "Honey" star split from her husband, Cash Warren. According to "TMZ", the two were spotted boarding a plane in Cancun, where they had spent time together, and later headed back to Los Angeles. Actress Jessica Alba's new love interest has been revealed as 32-year-old actor Danny Ramirez, a hunkier and younger man. Image: Instagram 4. Beyoncé's team deals with a music theft crisis Beyoncé's team is dealing with a music theft crisis after unreleased tracks were stolen just days before her Atlanta show. The theft took place just two days before Beyoncé's first Atlanta performance as part of her four-night Cowboy Carter tour stop in the city. The police confirmed that unreleased music by the music superstar was among several items stolen from a rental car used by the singer's choreographer, Christopher Grant and one of her dancers. Beyoncé's unreleased music has reportedly been stolen along with some luxury items from her choreographer's rental car. Image: Instagram 5. Gagasi FM presenter Minnie Ntuli steps back after "The Real Housewives of Durban" drama Minnie Ntuli, a presenter on Gagasi FM, has stepped back from the morning show after she clashed with her "The Real Housewives of Durban" co-star, Londie London. A heated moment between the two was revealed on the recent two-part reunion episode of the reality TV show, where an unseen clip was aired showing Ntuli in an argument with fellow cast member London. Gagasi FM has since released a statement revealing their shock and disappointment in how Ntuli carried herself. She has since been replaced by Nkulee Mbatha as she has temporarily withdrawn from her presenting duties. Gagasi FM breaks its silence following the heated incident involving radio presenter Minnie Ntuli, who is also a friend of season five of the popular reality show "The Real Housewives of Durban". Image: Supplied 6. Pamela Mtanga unveils new podcast Media personality Pamela Mtanga has launched her new podcast, 'My Audio Journal', where she discusses navigating adulthood. The podcast aims to provide guidance and support for young adults as they navigate the challenges of growing up and finding their place in the world. Pamela Mtanga has entered the podcast arena, promising a fresh perspective on adulthood. Image: Supplied 7. Meet the stars of 'Homecoming' Thembinkosi Mthembu and Mpume 'Six' Nyamane are set to lead the charge in the new telenovela 'Homecoming'. DStv announced in a statement this week that 'Homecoming' will replace 'Sibongile & The Dlaminis', which will conclude on Wednesday, July 23. The telenovela will feature a star-studded cast including 'Smoke and Mirrors' actor Khaya Xaba and former 'The Queen' actor Sipho Manzini. Thembinkosi Mthembu and Mpume "Six" Nyamane will star in the upcoming Mzansi Wethu telenovela "Homecoming". Image: X 8. Springbok women gear up with Tyla's chart-topping anthem The Springbok women's team has given Tyla's hit song a nod by creating a TikTok Reel of their arrival at the Nelson Mandela Bay Stadium, which featured the singer's hit song 'Is It'. In the video, the team entered the stadium for their second test match against Canada while the hit song was playing. The Springbok women's rugby team embraces Tyla's chart-topping song 'Is It' in their latest TikTok video. Image: X 9. Oscar Mbo slams Ramaphosa's response to law enforcement crisis Oscar Mbo has slammed President Ramaphosa's response to the law enforcement crisis in South Africa. The musician believes that the president's response was inadequate and that every single South African's life is in danger. This comes after Ramaphosa's national address on Sunday, July 13, following claims by KZN Police Commissioner Lieutenant General Nhlanhla Mkhwanazi last week, where he revealed a sophisticated criminal syndicate allegedly infiltrating South Africa's law enforcement, intelligence, and political structures. Oscar Mbo, has added his voice to the growing wave of frustration over government inaction on crime and corruption. Image: Oscar Mbo Facebook 10. 'Clueless' celebrates 30th anniversary with Barbie dolls To commemorate three decades since 'Clueless', the iconic 1995 film hit the screens, Mattel and Paramount have teamed up to release Barbie doll versions of Cher Horowitz and Dionne Davenport. These are the film's stylish and charismatic leads, portrayed by Alicia Silverstone and Stacey Dash. The dolls, which are set to debut on Saturday, July 19, showcase the characters in their most iconic outfits from the movie. Fashion, friendship, and fun! The new 'Clueless' Barbie dolls are here to celebrate three decades of style and iconic moments. Image: Instagram
IOL News
6 days ago
- Entertainment
- IOL News
SZA's comments spark Nicki Minaj's fiery Twitter rant: a social media showdown
Another celebrity feud is making headlines on the internet and Nicki Minaj is at the center of it as she recently was going at it on social media with SZA. Image: Instagram American rapper Nicki Minaj is at it again with her X rants. The 42-year-old rapper shared how a rapper called Punch, who is signed under SZA's label, Top Dawg Entertainment, bullied her on X for absolutely no reason. The '30 for 30' singer then tweeted a short and cryptic message, which ultimately seemed not to be directed to anyone, as she did not include names. 'Mercury retrograde … don't take the bait lol silly goose,' the multi-award-winning singer wrote. Video Player is loading. Play Video Play Unmute Current Time 0:00 / Duration -:- Loaded : 0% Stream Type LIVE Seek to live, currently behind live LIVE Remaining Time - 0:00 This is a modal window. Beginning of dialog window. Escape will cancel and close the window. Text Color White Black Red Green Blue Yellow Magenta Cyan Transparency Opaque Semi-Transparent Background Color Black White Red Green Blue Yellow Magenta Cyan Transparency Opaque Semi-Transparent Transparent Window Color Black White Red Green Blue Yellow Magenta Cyan Transparency Transparent Semi-Transparent Opaque Font Size 50% 75% 100% 125% 150% 175% 200% 300% 400% Text Edge Style None Raised Depressed Uniform Dropshadow Font Family Proportional Sans-Serif Monospace Sans-Serif Proportional Serif Monospace Serif Casual Script Small Caps Reset restore all settings to the default values Done Close Modal Dialog End of dialog window. Advertisement Next Stay Close ✕ Ad loading Mercury retrograde .. don't take the bait lol silly goose . — SZA (@sza) July 15, 2025 This one tweet opened a can of worms because the 'Super Freaky Girl' rapper went on an X rant claiming that the tweet was indirectly about her. Minaj went on to throw multiple online jabs at SZA, comparing their streaming sales, talking about her looks and claiming that the 'Snooze' singer is not an icon but she is. Minaj clapped back at SZA and said,' Wait. Does SZA think she's more successful than me? Lol y'all catch me up pls. SZA, if every song you've ever done vanished right now, the music business wouldn't even miss you.' In this lengthy tweet, the Trinidadian-born rapper went on to claim that other countries that she has been to have no clue who SZA is and the singer has not even headlined a concert that consists of 80 000 attendees. Wait. Does Sza think she's more successful than me? Lol yall catch me up pls. Sza if every song you've ever done vanished right now the music business wouldn't even miss you. I've been to countries that never heard of you. I know you're not THAT stupid are you? Stadiums? Did you… — Nicki Minaj (@NICKIMINAJ) July 16, 2025 She added: 'Boo, I'm an icon. You're not.' While you would think that it was the end, you are wrong because Minaj followed up with a series of tweets calling SZA a weirdo after Minaj's fanbase shared screenshots of SZA bashing other women in the music industry, including Rihanna, Beyonce and even the rapper herself. 'Like do you know the level of inside HATE for yourself you had to have had to be this much of a cunt for no reason to the women you later worked with? Now you wanna act like a mthfckn tarot card, b***t quit. What an odd little weirdo,' she wrote. Like do you know the level of inside HATE for yourself you had to have had to be this much of a cunt for no reason to the women you later worked with? Now wanna act like you a mthfkn tarot card, bitch quit. What an odd little weirdo — Nicki Minaj (@NICKIMINAJ) July 16, 2025 While Nicki did not stop there, SZA, on the other hand, subtly replied to Minaj's rants by wishing everyone a blessed night. 'Lmao lemme go back to being calm, shy and meek. Y'all have a blessed night! See you tomorrow for night 2 Paris!!' Lmao lemme go back to being calm shy and meek . Yall have blessed night ! See you tomorrow for night 2 Paris !! ❤️🫶🏾 — SZA (@sza) July 15, 2025 SZA is not the only artist who has experienced the wrath of Minaj's X rants. Just last week, Minaj sparked a feud with the Carters, as she claimed that Jay Z 'cheated' her out of a multi-million dollar deal with streaming service, TIDAL. While on her infamous rants, Beyoncé's fanbase, Beyhive, quickly defended their idol, who is currently on tour. Cardi B is also known to be one of the people that has beef with Minaj. Even though their feud dates back to 2018, to date, the rappers continue to throw jabs at each other on social media.
USA Today
17-06-2025
- Entertainment
- USA Today
Chappell Roan admits backlash hurts when 'people started hating me for me'
Chappell Roan admits backlash hurts when 'people started hating me for me' Show Caption Hide Caption Chappell Roan, Doechii and Lana Del Rey sparkle at the Met Gala Chappell Roan, Doechii and Lana Del Rey arrive at the Met Gala in style. Chappell Roan is drawing the line between being an artist and being herself: Kayleigh Amstutz. The "Pink Pony Club" hitmaker, who switches between her alter ago and her legal name, has been candid about the personal pitfalls of fame and is opening up once again. In a new article for Interview magazine published June 17, Roan gets candid with her industry peer SZA. When SZA asked Roan if she cared about the "backlash" she has experienced, Roan admitted that a certain type of criticism has personally affected her. "I didn't, until people started hating me for me and not for my art. When it's not about my art anymore, it's like, 'They hate me because I'm Kayleigh, not because they hate the songs that I make.' That's when it changed," she said. When the "30 for 30" collaborator pointed out that critics "literally don't know Kayleigh," Roan agreed: "They don't" know her but added that "when things are taken out of context, people assume so much about you." Roan, who said "I didn't realize I'd care so much," added that "when it comes to my art," she said people "can think whatever you want. You are allowed to hate it with all your guts." However, the "Giver" crooner jokingly asked whether she's "the most insufferable (person) of our generation" when "it comes to me and my personality." SZA replied, by telling Roan that "if you are, then I really am." The reigning Grammy best new artist recipient added that "it's comforting to know" that Roan cares "because from the outside, you can come off as so superhuman." Chappell Roan has sparked backlash for past comments Throughout her meteoric rise, Roan has received a slew of backlash for controversial comments and behavior considered offensive by some amid critical acclaim for her music. Most recently, during a March interview on the podcast "Call Her Daddy," Roan garnered backlash when she said that all of her friends with children under the age of 5 "are in hell." "I actually don't know anyone who's like, happy and has children at this age," the 27-year-old pop singer told host Alex Cooper. "I literally have not met anyone who's happy, anyone who has like, light in their eyes, anyone who has slept." Celebrities tell all about aging, marriage and Beyoncé in these 10 bingeable memoirs In September, Roan addressed pressure from fans to discuss politics in two interviews. In the first, with Rolling Stone, she said she doesn't "have a side because I hate both sides." She doubled down on the sentiment days later in an interview with The Guardian, telling the British outlet that she didn't "feel pressured to endorse someone" in the 2024 presidential election. "There's problems on both sides. I encourage people to use your critical thinking skills, use your vote – vote small, vote for what's going on in your city," she said. Roan also garnered attention last year for her controversial conflicts with celebrity photographers.
Yahoo
10-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
BET Awards 2025: Complete Winners List
Originally appeared on E! Online You can bet the BET Awards have kicked off with a bang. This year's show, hosted by June 9, at the Peacock Theater in Los Angeles features some of the biggest names across music, film and sports—and, as always, it's some stiff competition. For one, Kendrick Lamar scored 11 nominations across six categories, naturally earning nods for Album of the Year for GNX, as well as Video of the Year for his impressive 'Not Like Us.' Meanwhile, Drake also managed five nods of his own, including for Video of the Year for 'Family Matters,' one of his own diss tracks toward Kendrick. And while the rappers' beef certainly contributed to Kendrick's whirlwind year, he is also up alongside SZA for their '30 for 30' and 'Luther' collaborations. In addition to the 'Kill Bill' singer's nominations with Kendrick, she—along with Ari Lennox, Arya Starr, Coco Jones, Kehlani, Muni Long, Summer Walker and Victoria Monet—is also up for one of her own in the Best Female Pop/R&B Artist category. More from E! Online Glen Powell's Ex Gigi Paris Breaks Silence on Sydney Sweeney Romance Rumors Justin Bieber Slams "Transactional Relationships' After Hailey Bieber Split Rumors Julie Chrisley Debuts New Blonde Hair After Prison Release Of course, music is just one of the many industries being honored by the Black Entertainment Television network's annual affair. Piano Lesson, as well as and SZA's One of Them Days, Bad Boys: Ride or Die, Beverly Hills Cop: Axel F, Luther: Never Too Much, Rebel Ridge, The Six Triple Eight and Mufasa: The Lion King, all earned recognition. Trust, sports stars are being honored, too. WNBA star Angel Reese, as well as her former Louisiana State University teammate Flau'jae Johnson are up for the Sportswoman of the Year Award, alongside other renowned players including the Aces' A'ja Wilson and USC player Juju Watkins, as well as South Carolina coach Dawn Staley, Coco Gauff, boxer Claressa Shields, and Olympians Sha'Carri Richardson and Simone Biles. Keep reading to see who beat out the competition at the 2025 BET Awards… Album of the Year $Ome $Exy $Ongs 4 U - Drake & PartyNextDoor 11:11 Deluxe - Chris Brown Alligator Bites Never Heal - Doechii Cowboy Carter - Beyoncé Glorious - GloRilla WINNER: - Kendrick Lamar Hurry Up Tomorrow - The Weeknd We Don't Trust You - Future & Metro Boomin Best Female R&B/Pop Artist Ari Lennox Ayra Starr Coco Jones Kehlani Muni Long Summer Walker WINNER: SZA Victoria Monét Best Male R&B/Pop Artist Bruno Mars WINNER: Chris Brown Drake Fridayy Leon Thomas Teddy Swims The Weeknd Usher Best Group 41 Common & Pete Rock Drake & PartyNextDoor FLO WINNER: Future & Metro Boomin Jacquees & Dej Loaf Larry June, 2 Chainz, The Alchemist Maverick City Music Best Collaboration '30 For 30' - SZA Feat. Kendrick Lamar 'Alter Ego' - Doechii Feat. JT 'Are You Even Real' - Teddy Swims Feat. Giveon 'Beckham' - Dee Billz Feat. Kyle Richh, Kai Swervo, Kj Swervo 'Bless' - Lil Wayne, Wheezy & Young Thug 'Like That' - Future & Metro Boomin & Kendrick Lamar WINNER: 'Luther' - Kendrick Lamar & SZA 'Sticky' - Tyler, the Creator Feat. GloRilla, Sexyy Red & Lil Wayne 'Timeless' - The Weeknd Feat. Playboi Carti Best Female Hip Hop Artist Cardi B WINNER: Doechii Doja Cat GloRilla Latto Megan Thee Stallion Nicki Minaj Rapsody Sexyy Red Best Male Hip Hop Artist BigXthaPlug Bossman Dlow Burna Boy Drake Future WINNER: Kendrick Lamar Key Glock Lil Wayne Tyler, the Creator Video of the Year '3AM in ToKEYo' - Key Glock 'A Bar Song (Tipsy)' - Shaboozey 'After Hours' - Kehlani 'Denial Is A River' - Doechii 'Family Matters' - Drake WINNER: 'Not Like Us' - Kendrick Lamar 'Timeless' - The Weeknd Feat. Playboi Carti 'Type Shit' - Future, Metro Boomin, Travis Scott & Playboi Carti Video Director of the Year Anderson .Paak B Pace Productions & Jacquees Benny Boom Cactus Jack Cole Bennett WINNER: Dave Free & Kendrick Lamar Dave Meyers Foggieraw Tyler, the Creator Best New Artist 41 Ayra Starr BigXthaPlug Bossman Dlow Dee Billz WINNER: Leon Thomas October London Shaboozey Teddy Swims Dr. Bobby Jones Best Gospel/Inspirational Award 'A God (There Is)' - Common & Pete Rock Feat. Jennifer Hudson 'Amen' - Pastor Mike Jr. 'Better Days' - Fridayy 'Church Doors (Terry Hunter Remix)' - Yolanda Adams Feat. Sir The Baptist & Donald Lawrence 'Constant' - Maverick City Music, Jordin Sparks, Chandler Moore & Anthony Gargiula 'Deserve To Win' - Tamela Mann 'Faith' - Rapsody WINNER: 'Rain Down on Me' - GloRilla Feat. Kirk Franklin, Maverick City Music Viewer's Choice Award WINNER: 'Residuals' - Chris Brown 'Denial Is A River' - Doechii 'Nokia' - Drake 'Like That' - Future & Metro Boomin Feat. Kendrick Lamar 'TGIF' - GloRilla 'Not Like Us' - Kendrick Lamar 'Luther' - Kendrick Lamar & SZA 'Brokey' - Latto Best International Act Any Gabrielly (Brazil) Ayra Starr (Nigeria) Bashy (United Kingdom) Black Sherif (Ghana) Ezra Collective (United Kingdom) Joé Dwèt Filé (France) Mc Luanna (Brazil) Rema (Nigeria) Sdm (France) Tyla (South Africa) Uncle Waffles (Swaziland) Best New International Act Abigail Chams (Tanzania) WINNER: Ajuliacosta (Brazil) Amabbi (Brazil) Dlala Thukzin (South Africa) Dr Yaro (France) kwn (United Kingdom) Maglera Doe Boy (South Africa) Merveille (France) Odeal (United Kingdom) Shallipopi (Nigeria) TxC (South Africa) BET Her 'Beautiful People' - Mary J. Blige 'Blackbiird' - Beyoncé Feat. Tanner Adell, Brittney Spencer, Tiera Kennedy & Reyna Roberts 'Bloom' - Doechii 'Burning' - Tems 'Defying Gravity' - Cynthia Erivo Feat. Ariana Grande WINNER: 'Heart of a Woman' - Summer Walker 'Hold On' - Tems 'In My Bag' FLO & GloRilla Best Movie Bad Boys: Ride Or Die Beverly Hills Cop: Axel F WINNER: Luther: Never Too Much Mufasa: The Lion King One Of Them Days Rebel Ridge The Piano Lesson The Six Triple Eight Best Actor Aaron Pierre Aldis Hodge Anthony Mackie Colman Domingo WINNER: Denzel Washington Jamie Foxx Joey Bada$$ Kevin Hart Sterling K. Brown Will Smith Best Actress Andra Day Angela Bassett Coco Jones WINNER: Cynthia Erivo Keke Palmer Kerry Washington Quinta Brunson Viola Davis Zendaya YoungStars Award Akira Akbar WINNER: Blue Ivy Carter Graceyn 'Gracie' Hollingsworth Heiress Harris Melody Hurd Thaddeus J. Mixson Tyrik Johnson Vanvan Sportswoman of the Year Award A'ja Wilson WINNER: Angel Reese Claressa Shields Coco Gauff Dawn Staley Flau'jae Johnson Juju Watkins Sha'Carri Richardson Simone Biles Sportsman of the Year Award Aaron Judge Anthony Edwards Deion Sanders WINNER: Jalen Hurts Jayson Tatum LeBron James Saquon Barkley Stephen Curry See all the celebs at the show... Kerry WashingtonDeon ColeJordan ChilesD-Nice and Jennifer FreemanKJ Smith and Skyh BlackSnoop Dogg and Shante BroadusKyla PrattCam NewtonJ.B. Smoove and Shahidah OmarDa Brat and Jesseca "Judy" Harris-DupartMarioDryan Terrell Clark and DomiNque PerryMuni LongJennifer HudsonDuane Martin and Ashley Marie JonesShaboozeyMachine Gun KellyKehlaniAndra DayKeke PalmerGloRillaRobin Thicke and April Love GearyDoechiiB2K For the latest breaking news updates, click here to download the E! News App
Time of India
10-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
BET Awards 2025 Full and Final Winners List: Kendrick Lamar, Doechii, Leon Thomas, Blue Ivy Carter win big
The 2025 BET Awards held on Monday night, brought on high energy and even higher stakes, as the biggest names in music, film, and sports gathered at the Peacock Theater in Los Angeles to honour and recognise Black excellence. Hosted by comedian Kevin Hart, this year's ceremony became one of the most competitive and talked-about editions yet. Leading the pack is Kendrick Lamar , who scored a staggering 10 nominations including Album of the Year for GNX, Video of the Year for his powerful track 'Not Like Us,' and additional recognition for his collaborations with SZA on '30 for 30' and Luther. He was followed by Doechii, Drake, Future and GloRilla, each of whom earned six. Drake made a strong showing with five nominations, including Video of the Year for 'Family Matters,' a diss track aimed at Kendrick—a reflection of their much-publicised lyrical feud that has dominated headlines and playlists this year. SZA, a powerhouse in her own right, scored 4 nominations and was a contender in the Best Female Pop/R&B Artist category where she was joined by a list of nominees including Ari Lennox, Arya Starr, Coco Jones, Kehlani, Muni Long, Summer Walker, and Victoria Monét. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Good News: You May Be Richer Than You Think Undo Metro Boomin led the pack with five nominations, while The Weeknd followed closely with four. Ayra Starr, Chris Brown, Lil Wayne, Maverick City Music, Playboi Carti, Teddy Swims, and Tyler, the Creator each secured three nominations. Check out the complete winner's list below: Album of the Year $Ome $Exy $Ongs 4 U - Drake & PartyNextDoor 11:11 Deluxe - Chris Brown Alligator Bites Never Heal - Doechii Cowboy Carter - Beyoncé Glorious - GloRilla GNX - Kendrick Lamar: WINNER Hurry Up Tomorrow - The Weeknd We Don't Trust You - Future & Metro Boomin Best Female R&B/Pop Artist Ari Lennox Ayra Starr Coco Jones Kehlani Muni Long Summer Walker SZA: WINNER Victoria Monét Best Male R&B/Pop Artist Bruno Mars Chris Brown : WINNER Drake Fridayy Leon Thomas Teddy Swims The Weeknd Usher Best Group 41 Common & Pete Rock Drake & PartyNextDoor FLO Future & Metro Boomin : WINNER Jacquees & Dej Loaf Larry June, 2 Chainz, The Alchemist Maverick City Music Best Collaboration '30 For 30' - SZA Feat. Kendrick Lamar 'Alter Ego' - Doechii Feat. JT 'Are You Even Real' - Teddy Swims Feat. Giveon 'Beckham' - Dee Billz Feat. Kyle Richh, Kai Swervo, Kj Swervo 'Bless' - Lil Wayne, Wheezy & Young Thug 'Like That' - Future & Metro Boomin & Kendrick Lamar 'Luther' - Kendrick Lamar & SZA : WINNER 'Sticky' - Tyler, the Creator Feat. GloRilla, Sexyy Red & Lil Wayne 'Timeless' - The Weeknd Feat. Playboi Carti Best Female Hip Hop Artist Cardi B Doechii: WINNER Doja Cat GloRilla Latto Megan Thee Stallion Nicki Minaj Rapsody Sexyy Red Best Male Hip Hop Artist BigXthaPlug Bossman Dlow Burna Boy Drake Future Kendrick Lamar : WINNER Key Glock Lil Wayne Tyler, the Creator Video of the Year '3AM in ToKEYo' - Key Glock 'A Bar Song (Tipsy)' - Shaboozey 'After Hours' - Kehlani 'Denial Is A River' - Doechii 'Family Matters' - Drake 'Not Like Us' - Kendrick Lamar : WINNER 'Timeless' - The Weeknd Feat. Playboi Carti 'Type Shit' - Future, Metro Boomin, Travis Scott & Playboi Carti Video Director of the Year Anderson .Paak B Pace Productions & Jacquees Benny Boom Cactus Jack Cole Bennett Dave Free & Kendrick Lamar : WINNER Dave Meyers Foggieraw Tyler, the Creator Best New Artist 41 Ayra Starr BigXthaPlug Bossman Dlow Dee Billz Leon Thomas: WINNER October London Shaboozey Teddy Swims Dr. Bobby Jones Best Gospel/Inspirational Award 'A God (There Is)' - Common & Pete Rock Feat. Jennifer Hudson 'Amen' - Pastor Mike Jr. 'Better Days' - Fridayy 'Church Doors (Terry Hunter Remix)' - Yolanda Adams Feat. Sir The Baptist & Donald Lawrence 'Constant' - Maverick City Music, Jordin Sparks, Chandler Moore & Anthony Gargiula : WINNER 'Deserve To Win' - Tamela Mann 'Faith' - Rapsody 'Rain Down on Me' - GloRilla Feat. Kirk Franklin, Maverick City Music Best New International Act Abigail Chams (Tanzania) Ajuliacosta (Brazil): WINNER Amabbi (Brazil) Dlala Thukzin (South Africa) Dr Yaro (France) kwn (United Kingdom) Maglera Doe Boy (South Africa) Merveille (France) Odeal (United Kingdom) Shallipopi (Nigeria) TxC (South Africa) BET Her 'Beautiful People' - Mary J. Blige 'Blackbiird' - Beyoncé Feat. Tanner Adell, Brittney Spencer, Tiera Kennedy & Reyna Roberts 'Bloom' - Doechii 'Burning' - Tems 'Defying Gravity' - Cynthia Erivo Feat. Ariana Grande 'Heart of a Woman' - Summer Walker: WINNER 'Hold On' - Tems 'In My Bag' FLO & GloRilla Beyond music, the BET Awards continue to spotlight Black excellence in cinema. Films such as The Piano Lesson, Bad Boys: Ride or Die, Beverly Hills Cop: Axel F, Rebel Ridge, Luther: Never Too Much, and Mufasa: The Lion King all received nominations. Keke Palmer and SZA's short film One of Them Days was also recognised for its creative impact. Best Movie Bad Boys: Ride Or Die Beverly Hills Cop: Axel F Luther: Never Too Much : WINNER Mufasa: The Lion King One Of Them Days Rebel Ridge The Piano Lesson The Six Triple Eight Best Actor Aaron Pierre Aldis Hodge Anthony Mackie Colman Domingo Denzel Washington : WINNER Jamie Foxx Joey Bada$$ Kevin Hart Sterling K. Brown Will Smith Best Actress Andra Day Angela Bassett Coco Jones Cynthia Erivo : WINNER Keke Palmer Kerry Washington Quinta Brunson Viola Davis Zendaya YoungStars Award Akira Akbar Blue Ivy Carter : WINNER Graceyn 'Gracie' Hollingsworth Heiress Harris Melody Hurd Thaddeus J. Mixson Tyrik Johnson Vanvan Athletics were not overlooked. In the Sportswoman of the Year category, WNBA star Angel Reese and her former LSU teammate Flau'jae Johnson are nominated alongside a stellar lineup including A'ja Wilson (Las Vegas Aces), Juju Watkins (USC), Olympic gymnast Simone Biles, track star Sha'Carri Richardson, tennis champion Coco Gauff, boxer Claressa Shields, and South Carolina head coach Dawn Staley. Sportswoman of the Year Award A'ja Wilson Angel Reese : WINNER Claressa Shields Coco Gauff Dawn Staley Flau'jae Johnson Juju Watkins Sha'Carri Richardson Simone Biles Sportsman of the Year Award Aaron Judge Anthony Edwards Deion Sanders Jalen Hurts: WINNER Jayson Tatum LeBron James Saquon Barkley Stephen Curry As the ceremony continues, fans can expect more show-stopping moments, meaningful tributes, and unforgettable performances—affirming the BET Awards as a cultural cornerstone celebrating Black talent in all its brilliance.
