The 23rd BET Awards took place on June 25, 2023, to celebrate achievements in entertainment and honors music, sports, television, and movies.

[2] Canadian rapper Drake received the most nominations with seven, followed by GloRilla with six, 21 Savage and Lizzo with five each, and Beyoncé, Burna Boy, Chris Brown, Ice Spice, and SZA, all with four.

[3][4] The Viewer's Choice Award category also returned after not being presented the year prior.

[5] On June 23, it was announced that rapper Busta Rhymes would be the recipient of the Lifetime Achievement Award,[6] and Patti LaBelle performed a tribute to Tina Turner.

[7] The award show received mixed reviews; with some praising the performances but criticizing the choice of winners.