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BET Awards 2025: The 10 Best Speeches That Shook the Culture

From Jesse Williams’ mic-drop moment to Queen Latifah’s Pride shoutout, these BET Awards speeches didn’t just thank the Academy—they made history, sparked conversation, and reminded us why this stage still matters.
05/07/2025
2:15

Mary J. Blige Wins the BET Her Award
2022 BET Awards

In this winning moment sponsored by Target, Mary J. Blige accepts the BET Her Award for her song "Good Morning Gorgeous."
06/26/2022
HUD Secretary Marcia L. Fudge on the Phoenix Awards 2021.
1:29

HUD Secretary Marcia L. Fudge Receives the CBC Chair's Award

Secretary of Housing and Urban Development Marcia L. Fudge receives the Congressional Black Caucus Chair's Award for her contributions to low-income communities.
09/20/2021
Cedric Richmond on the Phoenix Awards 2021.
1:20

Cedric Richmond, Senior Advisor to President Biden and director of the White House Office of Public Engagement, quotes the Bible while accepting the CBCF Chair's Award for public service.

Cedric Richmond, Senior Advisor to President Biden and director of the White House Office of Public Engagement, quotes the Bible while accepting the CBCF Chair's Award for public service.
09/20/2021
Dr. Joan Coker on the Phoenix Awards 2021.
1:57

Dr. Joan Coker Receives ALC Co-Chairs Award
Phoenix Awards 2021

Dr. Joan Coker accepts the Annual Legislative Conference Co-Chairs Award for her work providing medical services in predominantly Black communities in Delaware.
09/20/2021
1:06

Angela Bassett Nabs the award for Actress in a Drama Series
51st NAACP Image Awards

The actress hits the stage to accept her award.
02/22/2020
1:42

"Just Mercy" Wins Outstanding Motion Picture
51st NAACP Image Awards

Just Mercy receives Outstanding Motion Picture.
02/22/2020
3:08

Rihanna Accepts the 2020 President's Award
51st NAACP Image Awards

The renowned singer accepts one of the NAACP's top honors.
02/22/2020
1:02

Michael B. Jordan Wins Outstanding Actor in a Motion Picture
51st NAACP Image Awards

The talented actor takes the stage.
02/22/2020
0:53

Congressman John Lewis Accepts the Chairman's Award
51st NAACP Image Awards

Georgia congressman and longtime civil rights activist John Lewis accepts the prestigious Chairman's Award for his exemplary public service.
02/22/2020
1:41

Tracee Ellis Ross Wins for Actress in a Comedy Series
51st NAACP Image Awards

Robin Thede and JB Smoove present the top TV actress honor.
02/22/2020