BET Awards 2025: Ayra Starr Wins Best International Act

Nigerian sensation Ayra Starr has won her first BET award.

She took home the coveted Best International Act award at the 2025 BET Awards.

The star defeated Tyla from South Africa, fellow Nigerian artist Rema and Ghana’s Black Sherif to clinch the award.

This win marks a significant milestone in Ayra Starr’s career, solidifying her position as a global music sensation.

The BET Awards recognise outstanding contributions and achievements in the entertainment industry, with a focus on Black excellence and cultural diversity.

Since 2022, Ayra Starr has received multiple nominations at the BET Awards.

These include Best New International Act (BET Awards 2022), Best International Act (BET Awards 2023), BET Her Award (for “Commas,” 2024), and Best New Artist, Best Female R&B/Pop Artist, and Best International Act at the 2025 BET Awards.

Hosted by Kevin Hart, the show brought together the brightest stars from music, film, TV, and sports to celebrate the talent shaping and pushing culture forward.

AwwFrom iconic moments to major milestones, the night belonged to both legends and new-school favourites.

Kendrick Lamar was the evening’s undeniable standout, taking home four major awards, including Album of the Year for GNX, Best Male Hip Hop Artist, Video of the Year for the viral smash “Not Like Us”, and Best Collaboration alongside SZA for their soul-shaking track “Luther”.