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MUSICAL ARTS AWARD
Stevie Wonder’s name alone evokes visions of musical genius and Black pop-cultural history. BET Honors celebrates his accomplishments with the Musical Arts Award.
SERVICE AWARD
The Tuskegee Airmen’s excellence and valor during WWII inspired millions of Black people to break barriers and reject the status quo. BET Honors celebrates their accomplishments with the Service Award.
MEDIA AWARD
Spike Lee’s films cause conversation, facilitate change, and have made an indelible mark on Black pop-culture. BET Honors celebrates his accomplishments with the Media Award.
EDUCATION AWARD
Award-winning track and field coach Beverly Kearney’s story of triumph through tragedy not only inspires, it motivates. Defying the odds and teaching her athletes that you can overcome anything with perseverance is why BET Honors celebrates her accomplishments with the Education Award.
LITERARY ARTS AWARD
Dr. Maya Angelou’s poetry and literature paint pictures with words more vivid than reality. She inspires and empowers, and for that reason BET Honors celebrates her accomplishments with the Literary Arts Award.
ENTERTAINER AWARD
Mariah Carey’s voice is unparalleled. Her incredible range, whistle registry, record-breaking sales and Grammy collection make her the embodiment of a musical legend. BET Honors celebrates her accomplishments with the Entertainer Award.