BET Awards

The BET Awards are presented each year in recognition of achievement in black entertainment. The winners were announced live on the June 24, 2008, award show, featuring actor and comedian D.L. Hughley as host.

Fast Facts

1. Network: BET
2. Air date: June 24, 2008 8/7c
3. Venue: Shrine Auditorium in Los Angeles, CA
4. Host: D.L. Hughley
5. 15 categories of awards

BET Awards History

The Black Entertainment Television network began the award in 2001 to recognize achievement in black entertainment. Former hosts include comedians Steve Harvey, Cedric the Entertainer, Damon Wayans and Mo'Nique, as well as actors Will Smith and Jada Pinkett-Smith.

2008 Winners

• Best Female R&B - Alicia Keys
• Best Male R&B - Chris Brown
• Best Group - UGK
• Best Gospel Artist - Marvin Sapp
• Best Female Hip-hop Artist - Missy Elliott
• Best Male Hip Hop Artist - Kanye West
• Best New Artist - The Dream
• Best Collaboration - "The Good Life", Kanye West with T-Pain
• Best Video Director - Erykah Badu and Mr. Roboto
• Video of the Year - "International Player's Anthem (I Choose You)"; UGK with OutKast
• Best Actress - Halle Berry
• Best Actor - Denzel Washington
• Female Athlete of the Year - Candace Parker
• Male Athlete of the Year - Kobe Bryant
• Viewer's Choice Award - "Lollipop", Lil Wayne

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