Ayra Starr Wins First-Ever BET Award for Best International Act at 2025 Ceremony
Nigerian music sensation Ayra Starr made history on Monday night at the 2025 BET Awards, clinching her first-ever award for Best International Act. The prestigious ceremony, held at the Peacock Arena in Los Angeles, saw Starr triumph over a competitive field that included fellow Nigerian artist Rema and South Africa’s Tyla.
This win is a significant milestone for Starr, who had been previously nominated in past editions of the awards but had yet to take home a trophy. Her victory in this category solidifies her place as one of the most prominent voices in global music.
In a bittersweet moment for Nigerian music, Tems, who was nominated twice in the BET Her category, ultimately lost to Summer Walker’s Heart of a Woman. Despite the setback, Tems continues to be a major force in the music industry.
Meanwhile, American rapper Kendrick Lamar emerged as the evening’s biggest winner, dominating the ceremony with five awards out of his ten nominations. Lamar’s success further cements his status as one of the most influential artists of his generation.
The 2025 BET Awards proved to be a night of celebration for both emerging and established artists, with Ayra Starr’s victory standing out as one of the most memorable moments of the evening.