Ayra Starr Wins ‘Best International Act’ at 2025 BET Awards
THECONSCIENCE NG reports that Nigerian Afrobeats sensation Ayra Starr has clinched the coveted Best International Act award at the 2025 BET Awards, held Monday night at the Peacock Theater in Los Angeles.
The 22-year-old star triumphed over fierce competition from fellow African music heavyweights, including South Africa’s Tyla, Nigeria’s Rema, and Ghana’s Black Sherif. Her win highlights the continued rise and global recognition of African music, particularly the Afrobeats genre.
Hosted by comedian Kevin Hart, the 2025 BET Awards celebrated Black excellence in music, film, sports, and culture. Hart’s signature humor and energy kept the audience engaged throughout the star-studded night.
Ayra Starr’s latest accolade follows a string of past nominations at the BET Awards, including:
Best New International Act (2022)
Best International Act (2023)
BET Her Award (2024) for her hit song “Commas”
Kendrick Lamar Dominates the Night
American rapper Kendrick Lamar emerged as the biggest winner of the evening, securing four major awards:
Album of the Year – GNX
Best Male Hip Hop Artist
Video of the Year – “Not Like Us”
Best Collaboration – “Luther” with SZA
Full List of 2025 BET Award Winners:
Best Female R&B/Pop Artist – SZA
Best Male R&B/Pop Artist – Chris Brown
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
Album of the Year – GNX – Kendrick Lamar
Dr. Bobby Jones Best Gospel/Inspirational Award – “Rain Down on Me” – GloRilla feat. Kirk Franklin, Maverick City Music
Best Actress – Cynthia Erivo
Best Actor – Denzel Washington
Best Movie – Luther: Never Too Much
YoungStars Award – Blue Ivy Carter
Sportswoman of the Year – Angel Reese
Sportsman of the Year – Jalen Hurts
BET Her Award – “Heart of a Woman” – Summer Walker
Best New International Act – TxCT (South Africa), Ajuliacosta (Brazil)
Best International Act – Ayra Starr
Viewer’s Choice Award – “Residuals” – Chris Brown
Ayra Starr’s historic win not only celebrates her artistry but also reinforces the impact of African artists on the global music stage.
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