Tyla a South African amapiano superstar won two Black Entertainment Television BET awards starting with best international act.
“Guys i did not prepare anything but i just want to say thank you to my tigers , my family , my team , thank you to BET for always pushing the culture ..come on…im going to perform soon ..so get ready …”, she said.
Tonight’s Best International Act winner has captured our hearts with their unique sound, powerful performances, and undeniable presence.
Congratulations Tyla! ✨ pic.twitter.com/FR72ysQoLA
— BET (@BET) July 1, 2024
Tyla also won in the Best New Artist categories and was nominated for four awards overall as well as for Best Female R&B/Pop Artist.
“This is just such a gift to be here , i just want to dedicate this one to africa ..you konw… i wanna to deidcate this to all african stars before me …that do not get the opporutity that im getting,” she concluded.
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