Our favorite musicians, actors, and all-around hottest stars gathered at the star-studded 2024 BET Awards on June 30. From Oscar nominees Colman Domingo and Taraji P. Henson (who also hosted the ceremony) to chart-topping artists like Tinashe and Tyra, the red carpet was packed with celebs.
Among them was Usher, who received a Lifetime Achievement Award that night.
“It certainly wasn't easy getting here, but it was worth it,” Usher began his speech. “I didn't write anything down because I wanted to keep this moment just as it was. — I want to express how I feel in this moment and the gratitude I have for all those involved in this tonight and for the 30-plus year career I am celebrating.”
“This lifetime achievement award — “I don't know, maybe it's too early to accept it because I'm still on the run and shooting guns,” the “My Boo” singer added. “I still love the song. [was] I am 8 years old.”
Other winners on the night included SZA for Best Female R&B/Pop Artist, Kendrick Lamar for Best Male Hip Hop Artist, Tyra for Best New Artist and Angel Reese, who won Sportswoman of the Year.
Check out tonight's must-see red carpet looks below!
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Taraji P. Henson
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Taraji P. Henson looked regal on the carpet in a custom fringed gold Balmain dress, paired with Tiffany & Co. jewelry and Betsey Johnson shoes.
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Niecy Nash and Jessica Betts
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Seriously, how happy do these two look? Jessica and Niecy Nash Betts looked absolutely radiant on the carpet in matching blue outfits. Jessica wore this oversized navy coat and black boots, while Niecy dazzled in a bright blue plunging gown and matching sunglasses.
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Usher
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Usher looked cool and casual on the carpet in light-wash jeans, a white button-down shirt and a cream blazer by Ralph Lauren.
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Halle Bailey
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Halle Bailey looked absolutely stunning on the carpet in this black halter latex dress that hugged her curves perfectly.
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Ice Spice
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Ice Spice added some colour to the carpet in a vintage orange Versace dress with a plunging cut-out at the torso.
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Mickey Guyton
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Mickey Guyton also added some color in this vibrant red midi dress with a torso cutout and gold chain detailing.
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Tinashe
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Tinashe looked like she stepped straight out of a fantasy movie in a custom Guvanch Agajumayev dress paired with strappy femme heels.
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Colman Domingo
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Colman Domingo continued to be one of the most well-dressed men at the BET Awards in this incredibly petrol-esque Ferrari suit.
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Andra Day
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Andra Day showed a little skin on the carpet in a mesh Abodi silver dress she paired with long Suzanne Karan earrings and Le Sheera shoes.
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Young Miami
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Young Miami showed off her curves on the carpet in a cut-out black dress by Janie.
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Tyra
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Tyra once again showed off her fashionista side in a skintight vintage Versace dress.
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Chloe Bailey
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Chloe Bailey also showed off her figure on the carpet in a form-fitting sequined black monodress.
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Tia Mowry
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Tia Mowry also rocked an LBD on the carpet, wearing a floral halter dress by Akris.
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Coco Jones
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Coco Jones smiled broadly on the carpet in this asymmetrical, sparkly dress by Retrofête.
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Meagan Good
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Meagan Good chose to show off her toned legs on the carpet in a scalloped, sequined Maison Rizman Ruzaini dress that flowed from silver to bronze to red and black.
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Victoria Monet
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Victoria Monet totally stole the show on the carpet in a navy plunging leather dress with a corset top, safety pin detailing and a matching blue gemstone necklace.
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Diva Girl
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KeKe Palmer hit the carpet with her new Diva Girl bandmates Monette, Lachey and Sade, with the girl group all coordinated in blue and white outfits.
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Tamar Braxton
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Tamar Braxton showed off her toned figure on the carpet in a magenta minidress with a long sash and baby pink shoes.
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Angela White
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Angela White looked downright stunning on the carpet in a wet-look style white dress with a huge train on one side.
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T.I. and Heir Harris
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TI even hit the carpet with his daughter, heiress Harris — what a sweet father-daughter date!