Sunday night's awards show featured performances from some of the biggest hip-hop artists from both coasts.
Sunday night's BET Awards promised a non-stop party paying tribute to the 50th anniversary of hip-hop, and they delivered!
"We have an incredible lineup of performers who will take us on a musical journey, covering Hip Hop spanning every decade, style, and region," said Connie Orlando, BET EVP, Specials, Music Programming & Music Strategy, ahead of the night in a press release. "From music to dance and fashion, we are digging through every crate as we celebrate 50 years of Hip-Hop and its diversity, evolution, and global impact."
"This wall-to-wall party will reverberate with the amazing energy and passion these artists bring to the stage and the culture," she continued. "Prepare for an unforgettable night of reunions and surprises as we celebrate Hip-Hop's rich history, enduring legacy, and promising future."
Amid the awards and acceptance speeches, Sunday's show saw some truly impressive numbers from newcomers and veterans alike, from the West Coast to the East Coast. Check out all the epic performances from Sunday's star-studded BET Awards below, as well as the other performances that shook the table throughout the night.
The Sugarhill Gang, MC Lyte, D-Nice and Big Daddy Kane Kick Off the Night's 50 Years of Hip Hop Celebration
Trick Daddy, Trina, and Uncle Luke Take the Stage to Represent the 'Dirty South's Hip Hop Greats
Mad Skillz Brings "The Message" To The BET Awards Stage
Mad Lion, Patra, Doug E. Fresh and Lil' Vicious Bring Jamaican Hip Hop to the Forefront
Redman, Erick Sermon and Keith Murray Bring the Golden Era Of 90s Hip Hop to the Stage
Bobby Shmurda, Chief Keef and The Ying Yang Twins Bring Trap Music Front and Center
Warren G, Yo-Yo, YG, and Tyga Bring West Coast Is The Best Coast Energy
Meanwhile, this year's list of nominees was led by Drake, who scored seven nods, and GloRilla, who reigned as the most nominated woman of the night with six nominations.
When it comes to actual awards won, SZA and Beyoncé came out on top, winning three awards each, including tying for the Album of the Year Award. SZA also won Best Female R&B/Pop Artist and Video of the Year for "Kill Bill," while Beyoncé's "Break My Soul" won both the Viewers Choice Award and the BET Her Award.
The 2023 BET Awards kicked off Sunday at 8 p.m. ET/PT on BET. Check out the night's full list of big winners here!
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