#BETAwards2015: 8 Moments We Can’t Stop Talking about from Last Night

The 2015 BET Awards just wrapped up a few hours ago and it was a night filled with amazing music and performances that we won’t be forgetting in a hurry.

Big winners of the night include Nicki Minaj, Chris Brown, and more!

Music icons Janet Jackson and Smokey Robinson were both honored during the show, and tons of celebs took the stage to perform throughout the evening.

If you missed it, the show will be shown again on Tuesday, June 30 but we have put together 8 moments that were highlights for us during the event!

Janet Jackson – the Ultimate Icon

Janet Jackson one of the major highlights of the 2015 BET Awards.

The 49-year-old singer made a rare appearance as she received the Ultimate Icon award for 2015 and she was all smiles as she thanked her fans for their support.

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Rihanna & Her Duct Tape

For some weird reason, Rihanna had a roll of duct tape on her hand all night and we can’t figure out why except maybe it was for the simple reason that she’s Rihanna.

The singer had it on hand as she struck poses with other celebrities including Floyd Mayweather and more.

** Update – It turns out Rihanna’s duct tape was actually for people as she placed it over Floyd Mayweather, Boris Kodjoe & Nicole Ari Parker.

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Nicki Minaj and Meek Mill were SO Cute

One couple that we definitely noticed during the 2015 BET Awards was Meek Mil and Nicki Minaj.

They were so cute and adorable as they stepped on the red carpet together, whispered to each other during the show, held hands on stage and more PDA moments.

We think we have a new celebrity couple crush!

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P-Diddy’s Bad Boy Reunion

Diddy, Lil Kim, Jadakiss, Faith Evans, Mase and more ‘Bad Boy Entertainment’ stars hit the stage last night during the 2015 BET Awards for a much anticipated reunion.

They performed “Hypnotize”, “Feels So Good”, “Peaches and Cream”, “Never Knew Love Like This Before”, and “It’s All About The Benjamins.”

Pharrell Williams, French Montana, and The Lox joined the group at the end of the performance to pay tribute to the late Notorious B.I.G.

It was quite the performance and we’re not even counting the moment when Diddy accidentally fell through a hole in the middle of the performance.

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Hosting Duties – Anthony Anderson & Tracee Ellis Ross

Anthony Anderson and Tracee Ellis Ross were the hosts of the night and they did a fine job.

The two stars, took the stage as the show started for an opening number and they sang a hilarious parody of Estelle‘s “Conqueror.” The song mocked their careers, the industry and more – it even featured some flying and tumbling.

They also had quiet A LOT of wardrobe changes – but we are not complaining.

During the show there was a lot of shade being tossed around especially Trace Ellis Ross’ dig at Chris Brown, Tyga and Rachel Dolezal.

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Performances 

The performances were CRAY!!

There were so many artistes who performed at this year’s BET Awards that it is impossible to name them all but we’ll highlight a few.

Big Sean, Empire Cast, Ciara, Jason Derulo, Tinashe, Robin Thicke, Pattie LaBelle, Alicia Keys, The Weeknd, Janelle Monae, Chris Brown, Omarion, Fetty Wap, Kendrick Lamar, Neyo, Tyga, Jidenna, Nicki Minaj, Meek Mill, Tamar Braxton, K. Michelle and many more were on stage for the night to thrill the audience.

Big Sean’s performance was notable because it had such a positive message. He performed “One Man Can Change the World” as well as “Blessings”.

We saw a nice combination with Alicia Keys and The Weeknd performing.

Janelle Monae showed us her ‘Yoga’ skills.

Ciara, Jason Derulo & Tinashe did a marvelous tribute for Janet Jackon before she received her award for the night.

There was another lovely combination as Pattie LaBelle, Tamar Braxton and K. Michelle hit the stage.

Empire cast brought the heat!!

Chris Brown was spotted on stage a few times and one of his performances was pretty raunchy.

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Michael B. Jordan’s Speech – Black Lives Matter

Actor Michael B. Jordan hit the stage at the BET Awards and gave a powerful speech about Black Lives Matter.

He said:

We’d like to take a moment to send out prayers and strength to our people in Charleston, South Carolina, who have endured but are prevailing over a horrific act of domestic terrorism. But because of that amazing resilience, and forgiveness of that community, the acts of that madman are having the exact opposite effect that he intended. All over South Carolina, love is triumphing over hate, the way it should.

Every year, at the BET Awards, we shine a light on individuals who make extraordinary contributions to our community, but this year we’re going to shine a light in a different way. Tonight, we shine a light in honor of the many men, women, and children who stood up, held signs, marched, took to social media, got arrested, or even laid down in protest as a part of the Black Lives Matter movement. We are shining a light on all of you. We are shining a light on the people of Ferguson, Baltimore, New York, Los Angeles, Cleveland, Oakland, North Charleston, South Carolina, and McKinley, Texas, and everywhere else in this country where we’ve had to find the strength to fight through the sorrow of losing innocent lives while simultaneously demanding the justice we so richly deserve.

BET is shining a light on you, for taking to the streets, insisting that Black Lives Matter, and being a constant reminder that we are not yet where we intend to be. Black Lives Matter. You matter. We see you, and we applaud your unbreakable, unshakeable strength. Thank you.

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Winners of the Night – Full List

Check out the full list of winners below!

Best New Artist
Dej Loaf
Fetty Wap
Rae Sremmurd
Sam Smith – WINNER
Tinashe

Best Female Hip-Hop Artist
Azealia Banks
Nicki Minaj – WINNER
Tink
Iggy Azalea
Trina
Dej Loaf

Best Male Hip-Hop Artist
J. Cole
Drake
Common
Kendrick Lamar – WINNER
Big Sean
Wale

Best Female R&B/Pop Artist
Beyoncé – WINNER
Janelle Monáe
Jhené Aiko
Ciara
Rihanna
K. Michelle

Best International Act
Sarkodie
The Soil
Wizkid
Yemi Alade
Stonebwoy – WINNER
Fally Ipupa
AKA

Best Male R&B/Pop Artist
The Weeknd
John Legend
Trey Songz
Usher
August Alsina
Chris Brown – WINNER

Best Group
A$AP Mob
Migos
Rae Sremmurd – WINNER
Rich Gang
Young Money
Jodeci

Best Collaboration
Chris Brown – “Loyal (feat. Lil Wayne & Tyga)”
Big Sean – “I Don’t F**k with You (feat. E-40)”
August Alsina – “No Love (Remix) [feat. Nicki Minaj]”
Common & John Legend – “Glory” – WINNER
Chris Brown – “New Flame (feat. Usher & Rick Ross)”
Mark Ronson – “Uptown Funk (feat. Bruno Mars)”

Best Actress
Gabrielle Union
Kerry Washington
Taraji P. Henson – WINNER
Tracee Ellis Ross
Viola Davis

Best Actor
Anthony Anderson
Idris Elba
Jussie Smollett
Kevin Hart
Terrence Howard – WINNER

Youngstars Award
Jacob Latimore
Jaden Smith
Mo’Ne Davis – WINNER
Quevenzhané Wallis
Zendaya

Best Movie
Annie
Beyond the Lights
Selma – WINNER
Think Like a Man Too
Top Five

Best Gospel Artist
Deitrick Haddon
Erica Campbell
Fred Hammond
Lecrae – WINNER
Mali Music
Michelle Williams

Video of the Year
Beyoncé – “7/11″ – WINNER
Chris Brown – “New Flame (feat. Usher & Rick Ross)”
Chris Brown – “Loyal (feat. Lil Wayne & Tyga)”
Big Sean – “I Don’t F**k with You (feat. E-40)”
Nicki Minaj – “Anaconda”
Common & John Legend – “Glory”

Video Director of the Year
Benny Boom
Beyoncé, Ed Burke & Todd Tourso – WINNER
Chris Robinson
Fatima Robinson
Hype Williams

Sportswoman of the Year
Brittney Griner
Candace Parker
Serena Williams
Skylar Diggins
Venus Williams

Sportsman of the Year
Chris Paul
Floyd Mayweather, Jr.
Lebron James
Marshawn Lynch
Stephen Curry – WINNER

Coca-Cola Viewers’ Choice Award
Beyoncé – “7/11″
Dej Loaf – “Try Me”
Kendrick Lamar – “i”
Nicki Minaj – “Only feat. Drake, Lil Wayne & Chris Brown)” – WINNER
Rae Sremmurd – “Throw Sum Mo (feat. Nicki Minaj & Young Thug)”
The Weeknd – “Earned It”

Centric Award
Avery Sunshine – “Call My Name”
Jazmine Sullivan – “Dumb (feat. Meek Mill)”
Mark Ronson – “Uptown Funk (feat. Bruno Mars)”
Sam Smith – “Stay with Me (feat. Mary J. Blige)”
The Weeknd – “Earned It” – WINNER

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