ATLANTA — BET hosted its second annual “BET Social Awards” Sunday night at Tyler Perry Studios.
The event celebrated the best social media moments over the past year and was hosted by DC Young Fly and Jess Hilarious.
The night opened with a medley of the most memorable dances of 2018, starring social media sensations Shiggy, Dan Rue and Kid the Wiz.
Atlanta’s very own Soulja Boy took home a huge honor and performed a string of hits.
The key message throughout the night was celebrating individuality and taking ownership of your own digital footprint.
The A-Scene got an exclusive backstage pass this weekend, we checked out everything from rehearsals to all the mega celebs coming to the big show… and check out the action in the video player above.
Awards were handed out across four voting categories: “Issa Wave”, “LMAO!”, “Social Hustle”, and “Best Celeb Follow”. Nominees include @THEBSIMONE2, @BLAMEITONKWAY, @THESHIGGYSHOW, @IAMZOIE, @IAMCARDIB, @CHICKLET.HF, @ELLAMAI, @CITYGIRLS, @JAYVERSACE, @QUEENNAIJA, @WILLSMITH, @PLIES, @SUPACENT @LALAMILAN @NICKIMINAJ and many more.
The “Social Movement” award, went to activist Shaun King, who was hailed by Time Magazine as one of the 25 most influential people in the world on the Internet.
Using social media, his social good campaigns have changed laws, ousted corrupt politicians, and elected promising new ones across the country. As a journalist, King has authored an astounding 1,500 articles on injustice since the start of the Black Lives Matter Movement.
“The BET Social Awards” is a BET Production, with Mike Epps, Kyra Robinson, Keshia Williams, Nile Evans and Patty DiMaria serving as Executive Producers.
