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BET says 'audio malfunction' caused heavy censorship of Usher's speech at the 2024 BET Awards

Jul. 02, 2024 23:15 PM EDT

Usher's acceptance speech of the BET Awards' lifetime achievement award was heartfelt, occasionally profane and lengthy — and few people got to hear it. The 13-minute speech was largely censored by the network, leaving viewers at home curious to know what Usher said. A BET...

BET Awards 2024: Usher is honored, Will Smith returns, and the election is top of mind

Jul. 01, 2024 11:51 AM EDT

Usher accepted the lifetime achievement award at the 2024 BET Awards — even if the superstar mused it might be a bit early. The Grammy winner stayed on his feet as a parade of artists performed his hits — Childish Gambino kicked it off with “U Don’t Have to Call,” joined by...