About The Show
The BET Awards show celebrates the achievements of African Americans and other minorities within the entertainment industry. Categories such as music, athletics, acting, and others are awarded.
Host: Samuel L. Jackson
Date: June 30, 2012
City: Los Angeles, California
This Year's Performers
The Nominees
Best Female R&b Artist
Best Male R&b Artist
Best Male Hip-hop Artist
Best Female Hip-hop Artist
Best Group
Best New Artist
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Winner: Big Sean
- Meek Mill
- Future
- Diggy
- A$AP Rocky
Best Collaboration
Video Of The Year
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Winner: The Throne
Otis
- Usher Climax
- The Throne (Jay-Z & Kanye West) Ni**as in Paris
- Beyonce Knowles Love On Top
- Beyonce Knowles Countdown
Video Director Of The Year
Youngstars Award
Centric Award
Best International Act: U.k.
Best International Act: Africa
Best Actress
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Winner:
Viola Davis - Zoe Saldana
- Regina King
- Taraji P. Henson
- Angela Bassett
Best Actor
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Winner: Kevin Hart
- Denzel Washington
- Idris Elba
- Common
- Don Cheadle
Best Movie
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Winner:
The Help - Red Tails
- Laugh at My Pain
- Jumping the Broom
- Good Deeds
Sportswoman Of The Year
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Winner:
Serena Williams - Venus Williams
- Brittney Griner
- Candace Parker
- Skylar Diggins
Sportsman Of The Year
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Winner: Kevin Durant
- Victor Cruz
- LeBron James
- Kobe Bryant
- Carmelo Anthony
Fandemonium Award
Bet Lifetime Achievement Award
Bet Humanitarian Award
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Winner:
Rev. Al Sharpton