The 2024 BET Hip Hop Awards, hosted by Fat Joe, aired on October 15, showcasing the best in the genre and celebrating significant music releases from the past year.

Kendrick Lamar dominated the night, winning eight awards out of eleven nominations, including Artist of the Year and Song of the Year for his hit 'Not Like Us.'

Megan Thee Stallion, who led the nominations with twelve, unfortunately went home empty-handed despite her strong presence.

The event featured high-energy performances from a variety of artists, including 2 Chainz, E-40, Juicy J, and Trina, who performed alongside Yung Miami.

50 Cent was honored with the Hustler of the Year award, expressing gratitude for his struggles and journey through social media.

Nicki Minaj made history by winning Album of the Year for her project 'Pink Friday 2,' becoming the first female rapper to achieve this honor.

Other notable winners included Sexyy Red, who was recognized as Breakthrough Artist, and Ghetts, who took home the award for Best International Flow.

Fat Joe highlighted his favorite moment of the night when Travis Scott received the 'I AM HIP HOP Award,' praising his unique style and contributions to the genre.

In his acceptance speech, Travis Scott emphasized his commitment to pushing the boundaries of hip-hop and his vision for the future of the genre.

Soulja Boy celebrated the anniversary of his iconic hit 'Crank Dat (Soulja Boy)' during the event, showcasing his lasting impact on hip-hop.

Fat Joe also shared insights about his own weight loss journey, which he discussed during the awards ceremony, reflecting on his evolution in the industry.

Lil Wayne expressed his disappointment over not being selected to perform at the Super Bowl, highlighting the ongoing conversations about artist representation in major events.