MC Lyte was honored at the BET Her Awards in Atlanta. The event highlighted the achievements of Black women, embracing the theme, “Black Love, Black Joy, Black Pride, and Black Power.”
“Black women are the backbone of their communities,” said Tavia Pitts, senior vice president of ad sales at BET Media Group. “For centuries Black women have done it all, displaying strength and grace that flows naturally in every act. It is an honor to have the “BET Her Awards” return to celebrate the incredible Black women who contribute to society and show unparalleled resilience and courage to propel our communities forward.”
Other honorees included Kandi Burrus, comedian Kym Whitley, actress Marsai Martin, stand-up comic and Emmy-nominated writer Sam Jay, and Thasunda Brown Duckett.
