Ayra Starr, the Nigerian music sensation has made history as he secured a milestone victory at the 2025 BET Awards.
The “Rush” hitmaker clinched her first-ever award for Best International Act.
Ayra Starr beats Nigerian artist Rema and South Africa’s Tyla to the Best International Act.
Kendrick Lamar was the biggest winner on the night taking home five trophies out of his ten nominations.
See the full list of 2025 BET Awards Winners
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
