LOS ANGELES (AP) — The 2023 BET Awards celebrated 50 years of hip-hop with a star-studded show that paid tribute to the genre’s earliest voices, late legends, and new talent. The event, which took place at the Microsoft Theater in Los Angeles, was filled with electrifying performances and heartfelt moments.
One of the biggest surprises of the night was a rare public performance by Quavo and Offset, the surviving members of Migos. They delivered a powerful rendition of their hit song “Bad and Boujee” in front of an image of their late bandmate Takeoff, who tragically passed away in a shooting last December at the age of 28.
Throughout the show, performers and emcee Kid Capri honored late hip-hop stars such as Tupac, Warren G, Notorious B.I.G., Biz Markie, and Pop Smoke. They paid homage to these influential artists by showcasing snippets of their iconic hits
Who were the hip-hop stars honored at the 2023 BET Awards for their contributions to the genre?
The 2023 BET Awards commemorated 50 years of hip-hop in an extraordinary show held at the Microsoft Theater in Los Angeles. The event was filled with captivating performances and sentimental moments, paying tribute to the trailblazers, legends, and rising talents of the genre.
A remarkable highlight of the night was a rare public performance by Quavo and Offset, the surviving members of Migos. In an emotionally charged moment, they delivered a powerful rendition of their smash hit “Bad and Boujee” while standing before an image of their late bandmate Takeoff. Tragically, Takeoff had passed away in a shooting incident last December at the young age of 28.
Throughout the show, renowned performers and emcee Kid Capri honored the legacies of beloved hip-hop stars, including Tupac, Warren G, Notorious B.I.G., Biz Markie, and Pop Smoke. These influential artists were recognized for their contributions to the genre, with snippets of their iconic hits captivating the audience and making the tribute even more engaging.
