Ayra Starr just made history, the Nigerian singer bagged her first-ever BET win on Monday night, taking home the Best International Act award at the 2025 BET Awards held at the Peacock Arena in Los Angeles.
This win feels like a long time coming. After falling short in past editions, Starr edged out global stars like Rema and Tyla to secure the trophy.
But the night wasn’t all wins for her, She lost in two other categories Best New Artist, which went to Leon Thomas, and Best Female R&B/Pop Artist, claimed by SZA.
Tems, who had two nominations in the Best Her category, also walked away without a win. Summer Walker took that title.
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Meanwhile, Kendrick Lamar dominated the night. He won five out of ten nominations, making him the top winner.
Complete List of Winners at the 2025 BET Awards:
• Album of the Year
GNX Kendrick Lamar
• Best Male R&B/Pop Artist
Chris Brown
• Best Female R&B/Pop Artist
SZA
• Best Group
Future & Metro Boomin
• Best Collaboration
Luther Kendrick Lamar & SZA
• Best Male Hip Hop Artist
Kendrick Lamar
• Best Female Hip Hop Artist
Doechii
• Video of the Year
Not Like Us Kendrick Lamar
• Video Director of the Year
Dave Free & Kendrick Lamar
• Best New Artist
Leon Thomas
• Dr. Bobby Jones Best Gospel/Inspirational Award
Rain Down on Me GloRilla feat. Kirk Franklin, Maverick City Music
• Viewer’s Choice Award
Residuals Chris Brown
Heart of a Woman Summer Walker
• Best International Act
Ayra Starr
• Best New International Act
TXC (South Africa)
• Best Movie
Luther: Never Too Much
• Best Actor
Denzel Washington
• Best Actress
Cynthia Erivo
• Young Stars Award
Blue Ivy Carter
• Sportsman of the Year
Jalen Hurts
• Sportswoman of the Year
Angel Reese