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BET AWARDS 2016 WINNERS!


Last night’s BET Awards was one for the books. From Beyoncé & Kendrick’s powerful opening to Prince’s moving tribute to Jesse William’s commanding close out speech. The night was once again hosted by Blackish stars, Anthony Anderson and Tracee Elis Ross and, as usual, included appearances from many of our favorite Black entertainers. Below includes the full list of winners and recipients:

Best Female R&B/Pop Artist: Beyoncé

Best Male R&B/Pop Artist: Bryson Tiller

Best Group: Drake & Future

Best Collaboration: Future Ft. Drake — “Where Ya At”

Best Male Hip Hop Artist:

Drake

Best Female Hip Hop Artist: Nicki Minaj

Video of the Year: Beyoncé — “Formation”

Video Director of the Year: Director X

Best New Artist: Bryson Tiller

Dr. Bobby Jones Best Gospel/Inspirational Award: Kirk Franklin

Best Actress Taraji P. Henson

Best Actor Michael B. Jordan

Youngstars Award Amandla Stenberg

Best Movie Straight Outta Compton

Sportswoman of the Year Serena Williams

Sportsman of the Year Stephen Curry

Coca-Cola Viewers’ Choice Award Beyoncé — “Formation”

Centric Award Beyoncé — “Formation”

Best International Act Africa Black Coffee (South Africa)

Best International Act Skepta

Humanitarian Award: Jesse Williams

Lifetime Achievement Award: Samuel L. Jackson

Global Good Award: Akon

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