Nigerian sensation Ayra Starr has made history by winning her first-ever BET Award for Best International Act at the 2024 BET Awards, held at the Peacock Arena in Los Angeles. Starr beat out fellow Nigerian artist Rema and South African singer Tyla to claim the coveted award.
The 21-year-old singer’s victory marks a significant milestone in her career, following previous nominations without a win. Despite not taking home awards in her other two nominated categories—Best New Artist and Best Female R&B/Pop Artist—Starr’s triumph solidifies her growing global influence.
Other notable winners of the night included Kendrick Lamar, who emerged as the biggest winner with five awards, including Album of the Year and Best Male Hip Hop Artist. SZA took home the Best Female R&B/Pop Artist award, while Summer Walker won the BET Her award for her song “Heart of a Woman.”
The full list of winners is as follows:
– 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
– BET Her: “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 Award: Angel Reese
Ayra Starr’s win is a testament to her talent and hard work, and it cements her position as one of the leading artists in the Nigerian music industry.
