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