Abigail Chams nominated for 2025 BET Awards
What you need to know:
- This year marks the 25th anniversary of the BET Awards, set to air live from the Peacock Theatre in Los Angeles on June 9 at 8 p.m. ET.
Tanzanian rising star Abigail Chams has earned a nomination at the 2025 BET Awards, joining a powerful lineup of African artistes recognised on the global stage.
The nominations, announced on May 8, spotlight the growing influence of African music, with Abigail standing alongside Nigeria’s Ayra Starr and Rema, Ghana’s Black Sherif, and South Africa’s Tyla.
This year marks the 25th anniversary of the BET Awards, set to air live from the Peacock Theatre in Los Angeles on June 9 at 8 p.m. ET.
Leading the nominations is Kendrick Lamar, who earned 10 nods, including Album of the Year (GNX), Video of the Year for “Not Like Us”, and Best Collaboration.
Close behind are Doechii, Drake, Future, and GloRilla with six nominations each.
The Album of the Year category features heavyweight contenders like Beyoncé’s Cowboy Carter, The Weeknd’s Hurry Up Tomorrow, and Kendrick Lamar’s GNX.
Nigerian artiste Ayra Starr is nominated in the Best Female R&B/Pop Artist category, underscoring the reach of Afrobeats and R&B fusion beyond the continent.
The 2025 edition highlights not only established names but also the fresh wave of talent transforming global music.
With the inclusion of African nominees like Abigail Chams, the BET Awards continues to bridge continents and spotlight rising voices making waves worldwide.
