Africa Top Success Ils font l'Afrique
Just like previous years, BET Awards 2014 seduced once again last Sunday in Los Angeles, USA on the occasion of the award ceremony, paying tribute to many celebrities and Afro-American artists.
Particularly, stars as Chris Brown freshly released from prison or Pharrell Williams as well as others moved the public by paying tribute to Bobby Womack, legend of the American soul who died last 27th June.
At the reward time, nothing than trophies were awarded to the best among the best in musical or film domain.
Pharrell Williams and Beyoncé were doubly rewarded by obtaining each two prestigious awards.
The ex-leader of Destiny Childs was appointed « Best feminine artist R&B / Pop » in front of Janaelle Monae, Jhene Aiko, K. Michelle, Rihanna and Tamar Braxton.
She also obtained the prize of the « Best collaboration » with Jay Z for Drunk In Love.
For his part, Pharell Williams was chosen « Best male R&B / POP artist » in front of August Alsina, Chris Brown, John Legend and Justin Timberlake.
He was also decorated with the prize of the « Best video of the year » with Happy.
Young Money was appointed « Best Group« , Drake « Best male artist Hip-hop« , Nicki Minaj « Best feminine artist Hip-hop« , Trendy William « video Director of the year« , August Alsina « Best new artist » and Tamela Mann « Best artist gospel« .
In another domain, Lupita Nyongo’o was elected « Best actress », Chiwetel Ejiofor « Best actor« ,Keke Palmer « Young star« , and 12 years a Slave « Best movie« .
Regarding sport, Serena William is « Best sportswoman of the year » beside Kevin Durant, « Best sportsman of the year« .
Finally, the « Centric Award » was given to Jhene Aiko for The Worst. The best international artists are Davido (Nigeria) for Africa and Krept & Konan for the United Kingdom.
As for August Alsima, he received the prize Coca-Cola by the « choice of the spectators« .
Original text by: Blaise AKAME
