BET Awards

Black entertainment ceremony

The BET Awards is an annual American awards ceremony honoring achievements in music, sports, acting, and other entertainment fields by African Americans and other minorities.

Presented by Black Entertainment Television since 2001, the show celebrates Black culture and features performances alongside award presentations: She won three BET Awards that night.

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