BET Awards triumph: The night’s biggest winners revealed

· The South African

The brightest stars in black entertainment came out to celebrate last night, some taking home trophies at the BET Awards.

Legendary singer, actress, rapper Lauren Hill was the Living Legend of evening, giving a heart-felt speech to accept the honour.

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The audience stayed standing for the duration of her speech, signaling the love and respect that Hill has earned throughout her career.

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Album of the year: “Let God Sort Em Out” – Clipse

Best female R&B/pop artist: Kehlani

Best male R&B/pop artist: Leon Thomas

Best female hip hop artist: Cardi B

Best male hip hop artist: Kendrick Lamar

Best group: Clipse

Best collaboration: “Chains & Whips” – Clipse & Kendrick Lamar

Best new artist: Olivia Dean

Dr. Bobby Jones best gospel/inspirational award: “Headphones” – Lecrae, Killer Mike & T.I.

The Best female hip hop artist, Cardi B, was also a performer, singing her hit song, Hello, much to the delight of the audience.

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BET Her: “girl, get up.” – Doechii feat. SZA

Viewers’ choice: “Burning Blue” – Mariah the Scientist

Video of the year: “Folded” – Kehlani

Video director of the year: Teyana “Spike-Tey” Taylor

The fashion vanguard award: Teyana Taylor

The pulse award: Druski

Best movie: “Sinners”

Best actress: Teyana Taylor

Best actor: Michael B. Jordan

YoungStars award: Jazzy’s World TV

Sportswoman of the year award: A’ja Wilson – basketball

Sportsman of the year award: Jalen Brunson – basketball

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