The BET Awards, short for Black Entertainment Television Awards, are annual awards presented by the African-American-oriented cable network BET. The awards were established in 2001 to celebrate the achievements of African Americans and other minorities in music, acting, sports, and other fields of entertainment.

The BET Awards ceremony features a number of categories, including:

– Best New Hip Hop Artist

– Hip Hop Artist of the Year

– R&B Artist of the Year

– Best R&B Song

– Best Gospel/Inspirational Artist

– Best Group

– Best Collaboration

– Video of the Year

– Viewer’s Choice Award

– Best Actor/Actress

– Sportsman/Sportswoman of the Year

– and others

The awards show is known for its lively performances, appearances by celebrities, and the cultural significance of recognizing the contributions of African Americans in the entertainment industry. Winners are determined by a voting process that includes input from BET viewers. The BET Awards ceremony is typically held in Los Angeles each year and is broadcast on the BET network.