BET Awards
Season 1
TV-PG
The BET Awards were established in 2001 by the Black Entertainment Television network to celebrate African Americans and other minorities in music, acting, sports, and other fields of entertainment over the past year. The awards are presented annually and broadcast live on BET
Where to Watch Season 1
25 Episodes
- 2009 BET AwardsE9
2009 BET AwardsAfter the death of Michael Jackson, BET re-organized most of the 2009 BET Awards ceremony to commemorate the artist's life. Host Jamie Foxx said, "We want to celebrate this black man. He belongs to us and we shared him with everybody else." The show was revised within three days of its airing on June 28, 2009, with several artists changing their original planned routine to sing many of Michael Jackson's songs, including songs he sang as a member of The Jackson Five as well as songs in his solo career.[1] His father, Joseph Jackson, and former confidant, Reverend Al Sharpton were present as audience members throughout the show. Janet Jackson, Michael Jackson's sister made an appearance at the finale of the show, and spoke briefly on behalf of the Jackson family. - 2010 BET AwardsE10
2010 BET AwardsHosted by Queen Latifah. A host of music celebrities including, Drake, Alicia Keys, Kanye West, B.O.B and Eminem, turned up to the see Prince receive his lifetime achievement award. Chris Brown performed a teary tribute to Michael Jackson, a year after his sudden death. - 2012 BET AwardsE12
2012 BET AwardsThe 2012 BET Awards were held at the Shrine Auditorium in Los Angeles, California on July 1, 2012. The awards recognize Americans in music, acting, sports, and other fields of entertainment over the past year. Actor Samuel L. Jackson hosted the event for the first time. The BET-televised event was watched by 7.42 million viewers and achieved a 3.2 rating in the adult 18-49 demographic, marking the highest numbers for the night on basic cable. - 2013 BET AwardsE13
2013 BET AwardsThe 2013 BET Awards were held at the Nokia Theatre L.A. Live in Los Angeles, California on June 30, 2013. The awards ceremony recognized Americans in music, movies, sports and other fields of entertainment over the past year. Chris Tucker hosted the event. Chris Brown was announced as the first confirmed performer. Charlie Wilson was announced as this year's Cadillac Lifetime Achievement Award honoree. R. Kelly also performed at the awards show. The show was the culmination of the cable network's first ever BET Experience, a three-day music and lifestyle fest done in partnership with AEG Live - 2016 BET AwardsE16
2016 BET AwardsThe 2016 BET Awards will be held on June 26, 2016, at the Microsoft Theater in Los Angeles. Black Entertainment Television honors African Americans and other minorities for their roles in entertainment during the previous years. These awards are handed out annually and are broadcast live on BET This Year, celebrating legendary artist Prince with musical tributes, including Sheila E., The Roots, D'Angelo, Janelle Monae, and much more. Hosting: Tracee Ellis Ross and Anthony Anderson - 2019 BET AwardsE19
2019 BET AwardsThe BET Awards celebrates African Americans and other minorities in music, acting, sports, and other fields of entertainment over the past year. The annual award show features performances by artists, and some of the awards of more popular interest are presented in a televised ceremony broadcast on BET. The BET Awards also takes over L.A. LIVE for an electrifying three days and nights of music and entertainment in L.A. In addition to concerts, comedy shows and home of the BET Awards, the BET Experience 3-day weekend will feature BET Fan Fest, Celebrity Basketball, seminars, various social events and celebrity appearances. BET Experience will climax with the BET Awards broadcasting live from Microsoft Theater L.A. - 2020 BET AwardsE20
2020 BET AwardsThe BET Awards celebrates African Americans and other minorities in music, acting, sports, and other fields of entertainment over the past year. The annual award show features performances by artists, and some of the awards of more popular interest are presented in a televised ceremony broadcast on BET. The BET Awards also takes over L.A. LIVE for an electrifying three days and nights of music and entertainment in L.A. In addition to concerts, comedy shows and home of the BET Awards, the BET Experience 3-day weekend will feature BET Fan Fest, Celebrity Basketball, seminars, various social events and celebrity appearances. BET Experience will climax with the BET Awards broadcasting live from Microsoft Theater L.A.
