Kwatay Entertainment puts through their second artiste, Sabrincena aka BadGirl Cena, debuting with a first jam titled “Mood”.

An Afropop cum AfroDancehall groove it is, has an uptempo feel with raunchy lyrics. She recruits budding Singer, Romayah, on it. The song was produced by ScantyBeatz.

Stream Here:

https://sebrincenaakabadgirlcena.hearnow.com/mood

About Sabrincena:

Born in Monrovia, Liberia, and now based in Ghana, Sabrincena is also known as Badgirl Cena. A young and vibrant artiste she is, she is poised to making influence with her type of sound in Afro and Dancehall grooves. As versatile she is, she flows well in R&B and global sounds (Pop Culture).

Sabrincena brings a fresh sound that celebrates love, positivity, and ambition. Her journey in music began with a passion for singing and songwriting. She honed her skills, blending different genres to create her distinctive style.

In 2025, she debuts with her single “Mood” featuring Romayah. Song is released under KwaTay Entertainment and would garner attention, showcasing her smooth vocals, catchy melodies, and bold presence, as well as shoot her to the top. With her superstar energy and determination, Badgirl Cena is living her dream.

According to her style of music, it is characterized by:

– Genre-bending sound: Afro, R&B, and pop fusion
– Uplifting themes: Love, good vibes, and ambition
– Inspirational message: Empowering listeners with her music

Chris Brown is in trouble with the law again.

According to The Sun, Met Police detectives arrested the 36-year-old American musician just after 2 am at The Lowry Hotel in Manchester over a bottle-throwing incident at a venue in Hanover Square on 19 February 2023.

Chris Brown was busted hours after he flew into town on a private jet, landing at Manchester Airport.

The arrest stems from a violent incident that reportedly took place at Tape nightclub in the Mayfair section of London on February 19, 2023.

Brown allegedly clashed with music producer Abe Diaw and has been accused of attacking him with a bottle.

At the time, Diaw told The Sun that Chris smashed him over the head with a bottle and then punched and kicked him.

Ryan J. Daneshrad, Diaw’s attorney in his 2023 lawsuit against Brown, told TMZ, “We can confirm that Chris Brown was involved in an incident with our client, and the injuries sustained are serious. We are pursuing all legal remedies to hold him accountable.

At this time, we will let the facts speak for themselves through the proper legal channels.”

The Denel Foundation is proud to announce the return of its highly anticipated annual youth empowerment conference, “One in a Million: Young, Bold & Courageous”, scheduled for Saturday, June 7, 2025, at the YOTA Building in East Legon. This year’s edition carries the bold theme, “Untold Stories of Time”, and promises a transformative experience for young leaders, creatives, and change-makers across the country. Admission is free and open to all.

Now in its latest edition, the conference seeks to shine a light on the hidden, powerful narratives of young people who have risen above adversity, challenged norms, and made bold strides in leadership, creativity, and innovation. “Untold Stories of Time” will serve as a platform for stories that are often left out of the spotlight—stories of resilience, quiet strength, vision, and transformation.

A Power-Packed Lineup of Speaker

This year’s conference will feature an impressive lineup of inspirational speakers and trailblazers across diverse fields:

YemmeyBaba – A renowned Strategic Communicator and Entrepreneur whose insights on branding and identity continue to inspire young professionals.

KulaPerry – Fashion Icon and CEO of FearNoMan, known for pushing boundaries in streetwear fashion and youth culture.

Lady Jay – A dynamic Media Personality celebrated for her influence in music, entertainment, and advocacy.

John Asogonnde – Public Speaker and Entrepreneur with a compelling story of leadership and business resilience.

Miss Deborah – Mental Health Advocate using her voice to break stigmas and promote wellness and self-awareness among youth.

What Attendees Can Expect

Participants will engage in:

Keynote speeches and unfiltered personal stories from high-impact speakers.

Interactive sessions aimed at challenging conventional thinking and igniting purpose.

Networking with like-minded youth, mentors, and professionals from various industries.

A supportive and empowering environment for storytelling, learning, and connection.

A Legacy of Social Impact

Beyond the stage, the Denel Foundation has consistently demonstrated a commitment to social impact and community development:

In 2022, the Foundation donated to Royal Seed Home, aiding the education of vulnerable children.

In 2023, it provided medical support for 15 patients over an eight-month period.

In 2024, the Foundation launched a free diabetes screening campaign, reaching over 450 individuals with lifesaving health checks and awareness.

Event Details

Date: Saturday, June 7, 2025

Time: 11:00 AM

Venue: YOTA Building, East Legon

Entry: Free

This event is an invitation to every dreamer, doer, and seeker of change to be seen, heard, and inspired. With compelling stories, heartfelt dialogue, and a powerful community spirit, “One in a Million: Young, Bold & Courageous” is set to be a landmark gathering of youth expression and empowerment.

For More Information:

Email: daksmedia1consult@gmai.com

Phone: +233 543457012, 0538854298.

Instagram: @denels foundation

Come. Share. Be Heard. Because Your Story Is One in a Million.

Femi Adebayo and Chioma Chukwuka’s “Seven Doors” and Abdullateef Adedimeji and Mo’ Bimpe Adedimeji’s “Lisabi: The Uprising” were the top films at the 2025 AMVCA.

The 11th edition of the Africa Magic Viewers’ Choice Awards (AMVCA) was a night that celebrated Nollywood in all its glory. Among the night’s biggest winners was Femi Adebayo’s “Seven Doors”, which took home two major awards — Best Lead Actor for Femi Adebayo and Best Lead Actress for Chioma Chukwuka. While Chioma couldn’t attend in person, her joy was evident in an Instagram video, where her shock and happiness were clear for all to see.

Other winners include the renowned makeup effects artist, Hakeem Onilogbo, Mercy Aigbe, Blessing Uzzi, Clarence Peters, and many more.

See the full list below

Best Movie

• Lisabi: The Uprising — Adedimeji Lateef and Adebimpe Oyebade Adedimeji
• Skeleton Coast — Mondjila Studios
• Suspicion — Tosin Igho
• Inkabi — Princess Mhlongo
• House of Ga’a — Bolanle Austen-Peters and Joseph Umoibom
• Freedom Way — Blessing Uzzi — Winner
• Christmas in Lagos — Jadesola Osiberu
• Farmer’s Bride — Kene Okwuosa, Moses Babatope, Craig Shurn, and Colette Otusheso

Best Indigenous Language (West Africa)

• Seven Doors — Femi Adebayo
• Lisabi: The Uprising — Adedimeji Latest and Adebimpe Oyebade Adedimeji – Winner
• Kaka — Prince Daniel
• Anikulapo: Rise of the Spectre — Kunle Afolayan
• Mai Martaba — Prince Daniel

Best Supporting Actor

• Clarence Peters’ Inside Life — Gabriel Afolayan – Winner
• Lisabi: The Uprising — Adedayo Adebowale Macaroni
• Seven Doors — Aliu Gafar
• Freedom Way — Femi Jacobs
• Christmas in Lagos — Richard Mofe-Damijo
• Suspicion — Uzor Arukwe
• House of Ga’a — Mike Folarin
• Princess On A Hill — Efa Iwara

Best Supporting Actress

• Clarence Peters’ Inside Life — Meg Otanwa
• Suspicion — Tina Mba
• All’s Fair in Love — Ireti Doyle
• Skeleton Coast — Ini Dima-Okojie
• Farmer’s Bride — Mercy Aigbe – Winner
• The Uprising: Wives on Strike 3 — Omoni Oboli
• Aburo — Darasimi Nnadi

Best Lead Actor

• Tokunbo — Gideon Okeke
• The Weekend — Bucci Franklin
• House of Ga’a — Femi Branch
• Skeleton Coast — Thapelo Makoena
• Princess on A Hill — Bimbo Manuel
• Suspicion — Stan Nze
• Seven Doors — Femi Adebayo – Winner
• Lisabi: The Uprising — Adedimeji Lateef

Best Lead Actress

• Seven Doors — Chioma Chukwuka – Winner
• Farmer’s Bride — Gbubemi Ejeye
• Agemo — Uzoamaka Onuoha
• Thinline — Uche Montana
• Phoenix Fury — Uzoamaka Aniunoh
• The Uprising: Wives on Strike 3 — Hilda Dokubo
• Anikulapo: Rise of the Spectre — Bimbo Ademoye

Best Cinematography

• Yen Ara Asaase Ni (This Is Our Land) — Onasis Gaisie, Michael Sefa, and Apagnawen Annankra
• Inkabi — Chuanne Blofield
• The Legend of the Vagabond Queen of Lagos — Leo Purman — Winner
• Skeleton Coast — Wesley Johnston
• Soft Love — Ebrahim Hajee
• Lisabi: The Uprising — Barnabas Emordi and Nora Awolowo
• Agemo — Papama Tangela

Best Sound/Sound Design

• Inkabi — Vaughn Philips
• Seven Doors — Tolu Obanro, Pius Fatoke, and Adam Songbird
• Freedom Way — Ahuurra Andrew and Olusola Wilson
• Lisabi: The Uprising — Tolu Obanro and Bode Odeyemi
• Ajakaju: Beast of Two Worlds — Adams Songbird and Pius Fatoke
• Suspicion — Michael Botha and Olaosebikan Okonrende – Winner

Best Editing

• Inkabi — Tongai Furusa – Winner
• Christmas in Lagos — Martini Akande
• Skeleton Coast — Jordan Koen
• Soft Love — Holmes Awa and Paballo Modingoane
• Lisabi: The Uprising — Anthill Studios
• Princess on A Hill — Laughter Ephraim and Peter Ugbede

Best Score/Music 

• Inkabi — Seoli Bongani Mashaba
• Freedom Way — Ahuurra Andrew, Kehinde ‘Louddaaa’ Alabi, and Cobhams Asuquo
• Seven Doors — Tolu Obanro – Winner
• Soft Love — Kolade Morankinyo (MPSE) and Efa Iwara (Love and Hate)
• Skeleton Coast — Chris Letcher

Best Art Direction

• Anikulapo: Rise of the Spectre — Kunle Afolayan and Solihull Quadri Afolabi
• Christmas in Lagos — Joy Kadiri
• Farmer’s Bride — Daniel Okoi
• Seven Doors — Tunji Afolayan
• The Man Died— Theo Lawson
• Lisabi: The Uprising — Solihull Badu Noutical and Ayanmo Yakub – Winner

Best Make-Up

• Anikulapo: Rise of the Spectre — Hakeem Onilogbo (Hakeem Effect)
• Lisabi: The Uprising — Hakeem Onilogbo (Hakeem Effect) – Winner
• Seven Doors — Hakeem Onilogbo (Hakeem Effect)
• Clarence Peters’ Inside Life — Kpoudosu Winifred
• Suspicion — Tracy Izogie and Adeleke Toluwulashe Maigari
• Farmer’s Bride — Abejide Oluwatosin Mercy

Best Writer (movie)

• The Weekend — Egbemawei Dimiyei Sammy, and Vanessa Kanu, and Frederick O. Anyaebunam Jnr
• Skeleton Coast — Omolola Lamikanra
• Freedom Way — Blessing Uzzi – Winner
• Phoenix Fury — Ifeoma N. Chukwuogo
• A Ghetto Love Story — Victoria Eze
• Christmas in Lagos — Jadesola Osiberu
• House of Ga’a — Tunde Babalola

Best Costume Design

• Anikulapo: Rise of the Spectre — Toyin Ogundeji
• House of Ga’a — Bolanle Austen-Peters, Yolanda Okereke, Juliana Dede, and Gloria Ovu
• Lisabi – The Uprising — Oluwatoyin Balogun and Oyebade Adebimpe Adedimeji
• Phoenix Fury — Opeyemi Sogeke
• Christmas in Lagos — Adedamola Adeyemi – Winner

Best Writing (TV Series)

• Untying Kantai — Abel Mutua Musyoka – Winner
• Tuki? — Louise Kamwangi
• Roses and Ivy — Biodun Stephen and Abimbola Akinrinbola
• Anikulapo: Rise of the Spectre — Shola Dada
• Princess on A Hill — Bibi Ukpo, Niyi Adeniji, and Sonia Nwosu
• Cheta’M — Ifeanyi Chidi Barbara
• Seven Doors — Adebayo Tijani, Yinka Laoye, and Soyombo-Oluyombo Oluwagbemiga

Best Documentary

• Walvis Tale — David Benade and Tim Huebschle
• Dundun — Ifeoluwa Fatogun and Ebi Atawodi – Winner
• O.Y.O (On Your Own) — Daniel Omokhagbo Itegboje
• Women of Salt: The Resilience of Ebonyi’s Woman — Jessica Eneh, Eric Chidom, Kelechi Agbara, and Vera Okoh
• I Will Remember You — Mohamed Rida Gueznai

Best Series (Scripted)

• Princess on A Hill — Chuka Ejorh, Shayo Oke Sobo, Tolu Ajayi, and Abiola Soyo
• Cheta’M — James Omokwe
• Roses and Ivy — Biodun Stephen
• Clarence Peters’ Inside Life — Clarence Peters – Winner
• Seven Doors — Femi Adebayo

Best Director

• Skeleton Coast — Robert O. Peters
• Inkabi — Norman Make
• House of Ga’a — Bolanle Austen-Peters
• The Man Died — Awam Amkpa — Winner
• The Weekend — Daniel Emeke Oriahi
• Seven Doors — Femi Adebayo, Adebayo Tijani, and Tope Adebayo

Trailblazer Award

Kayode Kasum

Industry Merit Award

Sani Mu’azu and Nkem Owoh

Winners for the 2025 Telecel Ghana Music Awards have been announced.

The winners were announced during a live ceremony held at the Grand Arena, Accra.

Below, we share a full list of nominees for the 2025 Telecel Ghana Music Awards.

Naa Ashorkor hosted the event with support from AJ Akuoku Sarpong and comedian Foster Romanus.

Performers for the night included King Promise, King Paluta, Kweku Smoke, Stonebwoy, Daughters of Glorious Jesus, Empress Gifty, TiTi Owusu, Fameye, Beetztrap KOTM, KiDi, Moliy and Ayisi.

Yaw Darling, who won the Unsung Artist category, also performed at the awards event.

Record of The Year

Can I live?—Ayisi

Audio Engineer of the Year

Peweezle

Album/EP of The Year

Truth to Self—King Promise * WINNER

Producer of The Year

Kendi Beatz & King Paluta

Lifetime Achievement Award Recipient

Yaw Sarpong

Best Hiplife Song

Eno Barony ft. King Paluta – Soja Go Soja Come

Black Sherif—Rebel Music

Tulenkey ft. Beeztrap KOTM – Bad Feeling * WINNER

Okyeame Kwame ft. Kuami Eugene – No Competition

Sarkodie—No Sir

Lyrical Joe ft Kuami Eugene – Enter

Best Male Vocal Performance

Kofi Nuel—Do Not Fear

Emmanueel Juddah—Aseda

MOG Music – Ahuoden Fofro

Ayisi—Can I live?

Joe Mettle – Obo Awon Oba * WINNER

Best Female Vocal Performance

Naana Asiedu—Defe Defe

Lordina the Soprano – Simply Trusting Everyday

Esther Godwyll – I Choose to Praise * WINNER

Titi Owusu – Nobody

Mima Afrika – On Fire

Best Hip-Hop Song

Joey B – Princess

Kweku Smoke – Holy Ghost * WINNER

Kwaw Kese ft Kofi Mole – Awoyo Sofo

Black Sherif – Kilos Milos

Sarkodie ft Beeztrap KOTM – Amen

Beeztrap KOTM & Oseikrom Osikani – Fly Girl

Collaboration of The Year

Fly Girl – Beeztrap KOTM & Oseikrom Sikani

Favourite Story—King Promise ft Sarkodie & Olivetheboy

Lomo Lomo – KiDi ft Black Sherif * WINNER

Odo Bi Ye Bad – Rap Fada ft King Paluta

Amen – Sarkodie ft Beeztrap KOTM

Give Me Oil – Joe Mettle ft Sandra Boakye Duah

International Collaboration of The Year

Oba Awon Oba – Joe Mettle ft Sunmisola Agbebi

Ekelebe – Stonebwoy ft Odumodublvck

The Doing of the Lord – Diana Hamilton ft Mercy Chinwo * WINNER

Continental – King Promise ft Shallipopi

Drip Rmx – Gambo ft Edem & Jim Jones

Jiggle & Wine – Stonebwoy ft Spice

Best AfroPop Song

Fefe Ne Fe – Kwesi Arthur

Paris – King Promise * WINNER

Fallen Angel – Smallgod ft Black Sherif

Jejereje – Stonebwoy

Jesus Christ 2 – AratheJay ft Black Sherif

January 9th – Black Sherif

Best Traditional Gospel

MOG Music — Wo Ye

Empress Gifty — Watch Me * WINNER

Piesie — Ateene

Diana Hamilton — The Doing of the Lord

Mavis Asante — Victory

Queendalyn ft Judikay — Omewoya

Best Afrobeat Song

OlivetheBoy – Asylum * WINNER

Lasmid – Puul

Kidi ft. Black Sherif – Lomo Lomo

Mr. Drew—Sneaky

King Promise—Favourite Story

Beeztrap KOTM – Yesu

Best Afrobeats/AfroPop Artiste

King Promise * WINNER

Best Music Video

Jejereje – Stonebwoy

Best Gospel Artiste

Piesie Esther

Joe Mettle * WINNER

Empress Gifty

Diana Hamilton

Team Eternity Ghana

MOG Music

Best African Song

Ozeba – Rema

Biri Marung – Mr Pilato, Ego Slimflow, Mr Pilato, and Tebogo G Mashego ft Focalistic, Scotts Maphuma, Sje Konka, DJ Maphorisa, & CowBoii

Tshwala Bam – TitoM, Yuppe, Burna Boy * WINNER

Favourite Girl Remix – Darkoo ft Rema

Love Me Jeje – Tems

Commas – Ayrar Starr

Artiste of the Year

Kweku Smoke

Team Eternity

Joe Mettle

King Paluta

King Promise * WINNER

Stonebwoy

Black Sherif

Best New Artiste

Lali x Lola

AratheJay

Rap Fada

Team Eternity

Beeztrap KOTM * WINNER

Kwesi Amewuga

Best Hiplife/HipHop Artiste

Amerado

Beeztrap KOTM

Kweku Smoke * WINNER

Black Sherif

King Paluta

Sarkodie

Medikal

Best Rap Performance

Eno Barony

Holy Ghost – Kweku Smoke * WINNER

Okyeame Kwame

Sarkodie Lyrical Joe

Flowking Stone

Best Highlife Song

Kuami Eugene – Canopy

King Paluta – Aseda * WINNER

Fameye – Very Soon

Amerado – Abronoma

Rap Fada ft King Paluta – Odo Bi Ye BAD

Kofi Kinaata – Effiakuma Broken Heart

Best Highlife Artist

Fameye* WINNER

Best Urban Contemporary Gospel Song

Gospel Song Scoot Evans — Call

Joe Mettle ft Sandra Duah — Give Me Oil

Nana Yaw Ofori Atta

Team Eternity — Defe Defe * WINNER

Kobby Salm — Cast Your Burden

Ohemaa Mercy ft Kofi Owusu — Dry Bones

Songwriter of the Year

Ayisi

Kofi Kinaata – Saman * WINNER

Okyeame Kwame

OlivetheBoy

Team Eternity Ghana

Best Group

Lali x Lola

Keche

Team Eternity Ghana * WINNER

Bethel Revival Choir

Kwan Pa

Best Reggae/Dancehall Song

Amerado ft Samini — Ankonam Remix

Stonebwoy — Psalm 23 * WINNER

Ras Kuuku — Road of Evil

Samini — Chemistry

Jupitar — I Keep Winning

Moliy & Silent Addy — Shake It To The Max

Best Reggae/Dancehall Artiste

Jupitar

Samini

Ras Kuuku

Epixode

Stonebwoy * WINNER

Rocky Dawuni

Music For Good

Epixode

Telecel’s Most Popular Song

OlivetheBoy – Asylum ft Kid

Black Sherif – Lomo Lomo ft Kidi

Lasmid – Puul

King Paluta – Aseda *WINNER

Black Sherif – January 9

King Promise – Paris

Team Eternity – Defe Defe

Stonebwoy – Jejereje

UK-based Ghanaian gospel artist Mary Jackson, known to fans as Ewuradjoa Bitsy, made a remarkable mark in gospel music history with the official launch of her latest album, Adekye Me. The powerful nine-track project is a heartfelt tribute to God’s faithfulness in her life and ministry.

Held on May 3 at the Destiny Apostolic Church International in London, the launch drew a vibrant crowd and featured performances by renowned gospel ministers including Pastor Kwame Amponsah, Myrtle De Graft, Minister Anne Marie, and many more. The event was a spirited celebration of faith, worship, and authentic Ghanaian gospel sounds.

Ewuradjoa Bitsy’s music journey began at the tender age of ten, when she recognized her gift as a divine calling. Hailing from Ghana’s Western Region, she has since grown into a beloved figure in the gospel scene, both in Ghana and abroad.

Her new album, Adekye Me, features spiritually uplifting tracks such as:

Adekye Me

Menpre

Change

Adene

Mepe Obi

God’s Time

The Arm of God

Ofre Wo

Bebia Mefri

Known not just for her musical talent but also her philanthropy, Ewuradjoa Bitsy continues to use her platform to inspire hope and extend compassion to those in need. With Adekye Me, she reaffirms her commitment to spreading the gospel through soul-stirring music.

Listeners can now stream Adekye Me on all major platforms and experience the powerful anointing and authentic message that define Ewuradjoa Bitsy’s ministry.

Listen to “Adekye Me” Album HERE

WATCH HER PERFORMANCE 

Gospel musician Elizabeth Turkson has been honored with the Best Collaboration of the Year award at the third edition of the Ebenezer Gospel Music Awards 2025.

The prestigious event took place on Tuesday, May 6, 2025, at the Accra Metropolitan Assembly, celebrating outstanding achievements in gospel music.

Elizabeth Turkson earned the award for her powerful collaboration with Bro Sammy on the song “Animonyam.” The recognition highlights her dedication to gospel music and the unwavering support of her fans.

In appreciation, she received a customised plaque and certificate, and during her acceptance speech, she expressed heartfelt gratitude to the organizers and her fans for their continuous support.

The evening began with a glamorous red carpet at 7 PM, giving fans a chance to meet their favorite gospel stars. The main show commenced at 10 PM and carried on until daybreak, delivering an unforgettable night of music and inspiration.

Written by: Ekow Smith 

Ghanaian music star Black Sherif has been nominated for the 2025 BET Awards.

Renowned for his storytelling, the Ghanaian music star was nominated in the Best International Act category.

The nomination makes him the first Ghanaian artist to grab a nomination in the category since the “Best International Act: Africa” and “Best International Act: UK” BET Awards categories were merged in 2018.

Other nominees in the Best International Act category include Any Gabrielly (Brazil), Ayra Starr (Nigeria), Basky (UK), Ezra Collective (UK), Joé Dwèt Filé (France), MC, Luanna (Brazil), Rema (Nigeria), SDM (France), Tyla (South Africa) and Uncle Waffles (Swaziland).

Black Sherif won his first BET award at the 2023 BET Hip Hop Awards, where he was honoured with the Best International Flow award.

Kendrick Lamar leads all nominees for the 2025 BET Awards. The “Squabble Up” MC notched 10 nods, including album of the year for GNX, as well as video of the year for his Drake diss “Not Like Us” and three viewer’s choice award notices for “Not Like Us,” “Luther” (feat. SZA) and “Like That” (with Future & Metro Boomin).

Below is the full list of nominees.

Album of the Year
$ome $exy $ongs 4 U — Drake & Partynextdoor
11:11 Deluxe — Chris Brown
Alligator Bites Never Heal — Doechii
Cowboy Carter — Beyoncé
Glorious — GloRilla
GNX — Kendrick Lamar
Hurry Up Tomorrow — The Weeknd
We Don’t Trust You — Future & Metro Boomin

Best Female R&B/Pop Artist
Ari Lennox
Ayra Starr
Coco Jones
Kehlani
Muni Long
Summer Walker
SZA
Victoria Monét

Best Male R&B/Pop Artist
Bruno Mars
Chris Brown
Drake
Fridayy
Leon Thomas
Teddy Swims
The Weeknd
Usher

Best Group
41
Common & Pete Rock
Drake & Partynextdoor
Flo
Future & Metro Boomin
Jacquees & Dej Loaf
Larry June, 2 Chainz, The Alchemist
Maverick City Music

Best Collaboration
“30 For 30” — SZA feat. Kendrick Lamar
“Alter Ego” — Doechii feat. JT
“Are You Even Real” — Teddy Swims feat. Givēon
“Beckham” — Dee Billz feat. Kyle Richh, Kai Swervo, KJ Swervo
Bless — Lil Wayne, Wheezy & Young Thug
“Like That” — Future & Metro Boomin & Kendrick Lamar
“Luther” — Kendrick Lamar & SZA
“Sticky” — Tyler, The Creator feat. GloRilla, Sexyy Red & Lil Wayne
“Timeless” — The Weeknd feat. Playboi Carti

Best Female Hip Hop Artist
Cardi B
Doechii
Doja Cat
GloRilla
Latto
Megan Thee Stallion
Nicki Minaj
Rapsody
Sexyy Red

Best Male Hip Hop Artist
BigXthaPlug
Bossman DLow
Burna Boy
Drake
Future
Kendrick Lamar
Key Glock
Lil Wayne
Tyler, The Creator

Video of the Year
“3AM in Tokeyo” — Key Glock
“A Bar Song (Tipsy)” — Shaboozey
“After Hours” — Kehlani
“Denial Is a River” — Doechii
“Family Matters” — Drake
“Not Like Us” — Kendrick Lamar
“Timeless” — The Weeknd feat. Playboi Carti
“Type Shit” — Future, Metro Boomin, Travis Scott & Playboi Carti

Video Director of the Year
Anderson .Paak
B Pace Productions & Jacquees
Benny Boom
Cactus Jack
Cole Bennett
Dave Free & Kendrick Lamar
Dave Meyers
Foggieraw
Tyler, The Creator

Best New Artist
41
Ayra Starr
BigXthePlug
Bossman DLow
Dee Billz
Leon Thomas
October London
Shaboozey
Teddy Swims

Dr. Bobby Jones Best Gospel/Inspirational Award
“A God (There Is)” — Common & Pete Rock feat. Jennifer Hudson
“Amen” — Pastor Mike Jr.
“Better Days” — Fridayy
“Church Doors” — Yolanda Adams feat. Sir The Baptist & Donald Lawrence (Terry Hunter Remix)
“Constant” — Maverick City Music, Jordin Sparks, Chandler Moore & Anthony Gargiula
“Deserve to Win” — Tamela Mann
“Faith” — Rapsody
“Rain Down on Me” — GloRilla feat. Kirk Franklin, Maverick City Music

Viewer’s Choice Award
“Residuals” — Chris Brown
“Denial Is a River” — Doechii
“Nokia” — Drake
“Like That” — Future & Metro Boomin feat. Kendrick Lamar
“TGIF” — GloRilla
“Not Like Us” — Kendrick Lamar
“Luther” — Kendrick Lamar & SZA
“Brokey” — Latto

Best International Act
Any Gabrielly (Brazil)
Ayra Starr (Nigeria)
Basky (UK)
Black Sherif (Ghana)
Ezra Collective (UK)
Joé Dwèt Filé (France)
MC Luanna (Brazil)
Rema (Nigeria)
SDM (France)
Tyla (South Africa)
Uncle Waffles (Swaziland)

Best New International Act
Abigail Chams (Tanzania)
Ajulicosta (Brazil)
Amabbi (Brazil)
Dlala Thukzin (South Africa)
Dr Yaro (France)
KWN (UK)
Maglera Doe Boy (South Africa)
Merveille (France)
Odeal (UK)
Shallipopi (Nigeria)
TxC (South Africa)

BET Her
“Beautiful People” — Mary J. Blige
“Blackbiird” — Beyonce feat. Tanner Adell, Brittney Spencer, Tiera Kennedy & Reyna Roberts
“Bloom” — Doechii
“Burning” — Tems
“Defying Gravity” — Cynthia Erivo feat. Ariana Grande
“Heart of a Woman” — Summer Walker
“Hold On” — Tems
“In My Bag” — Flo & GloRilla

Best Movie
Bad Boys: Ride or Die
Beverly Hills Cop: Axel F
Luther: Never Too Much
Mufasa: The Lion King
One of Them Days
Rebel Ridge
The Piano Lesson
The Six Triple Eight

Best Actor
Aaron Pierce
Aldis Hodge
Anthony Mackie
Colman Domingo
Denzel Washington
Jamie Foxx
Joey Bada$$
Kevin Hart
Sterling K. Brown
Will Smith

Best Actress
Andra Day
Angela Bassett
Coco Jones
Cynthia Erivo
Keke Palmer
Kerry Washington
Quinta Brunson
Viola Davis
Zendaya

Young Stars Award
Akira Akbar
Blue Ivy Carter
Graceyn “Gracie” Hollingsworth
Heiress Harris
Melody Hurd
Thaddeus J. Mixson
Tyrik Johnson
VanVan

Sportswoman of the Year Award
A’ja Wilson
Angel Reese
Claressa Shields
Coco Gauff
Dawn Staley
Flau’jae Johnson
Juju Watkins
Sha’Carri Richardson
Simone Biles

Sportsman of the Year
Aaron Judge
Anthony Edwards
Deion Sanders
Jalen Hurts
Jayson Tatum
LeBron James
Saquon Barkley
Stephen Curry

Kevin Hart will return as the host of the BET Awards 2025.

Airing live on BET on the East Coast (and tape-delayed on the West Coast) on Monday, June 9, at 8 p.m. ET/PT, the show will again be held at the Peacock Theatre at L.A. Live in Los Angeles.

More details soon.