Kendrick Lamar won big at the BET Awards

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Kendrick Lamar won five awards, including Album of the Year, at the 2025 BET Awards, marking a significant highlight of the ceremony. He also surprised attendees by appearing in person to accept his award. The 25th BET Awards also honored Mariah Carey, Snoop Dogg, Jamie Foxx, and Kirk Franklin as Ultimate Icons. Chris Brown won multiple awards, and the show featured tributes to Roberta Flack and Angie Stone. Billboard's "Fresh Picks" highlights new music, including Cynthia Erivo's new album and Sammy Virji's collaboration with Skepta. Other featured artists include Jon Vinyl, Josh Levi, and Lexa Gates.


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