The 25th anniversary of the BET Awards took place on June 9, 2025, at the Peacock Theater in Los Angeles, and it was a night to remember. Kendrick Lamar led the nominations with 10 nods, followed by Doechii, Drake, Future, and GloRilla, each with six nominations.

Host Kevin Hart Returns

Kevin Hart returned to host the awards show after taking on the role in 2011. He promised to deliver "the ultimate show-stopping performances, powerful moments, and heartfelt tributes reflecting Black culture's depth and richness over the last quarter century."

Winners List

Here is the complete list of winners:

• Album of the Year:

  GNX - Kendrick Lamar & Metro Boomin

• Female R&B/Pop Artist:

  SZA

• Best Female Hip Hop Artist:

  Doechii

• Best Male Hip Hop Artist:

  Kendrick Lamar

• Video of the Year:

  "Not Like Us" - Kendrick Lamar

• Best New Artist:

  Leon Thomas

• Dr. Bobby Jones Best Gospel/Inspirational Award:

  "Constant" - Maverick City Music, Jordin Sparks, Chandler Moore & Anthony Gargiula

• Viewer's Choice Award:

  "Like That" - Future & Metro Boomin Feat. Kendrick Lamar

• BET Her:

  "Heart of a Woman" - Summer Walker

• Best Movie:

  Luther: Never Too Much

• Best Actor:

  Denzel Washington

• Best Actress:

  Viola Davis

• YoungStars Award:

  Akira Akbar

• Sportswoman of the Year Award:

  Simone Biles

• Sportsman of the Year Award:

  LeBron James

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