The talented South African artist, Tyla, emerged victorious at the prestigious 2024 BET Awards. She clinched the coveted titles of Best International Act and Best New Artist, triumphing over fierce contenders like Ayra Starr, Asake, and Sexxy Red.
Her striking attire at the event featured a stunning long black halter-neck dress with a daring thigh-high slit that showcased her back. The dress’s unique touch was a subtle tiger print visible on its hem, a nod to her fan base known as “tigers.”
Additionally, Tyla wowed the audience with a mesmerizing performance of “Jump” alongside Gunna and Skillibeng, hinting at her comeback to stage performances following an injury that led to the cancellation of her World Tour a few months earlier. With the recent release of her debut self-titled album, anticipation for her upcoming shows is soaring, as fans eagerly await her global tour.
During her acceptance speeches, she expressed heartfelt gratitude to her supporters, family, and team. For the Best New Artist award, she paid tribute to the African icons who paved the way for artists like her. Tyla’s words exuded grace and glamour as she dedicated the award to those who came before her, emphasizing, “Africa to the world, guys.”
Tyla was not the only African artist honored that night; Tems, the Nigerian singer and songwriter, also seized the spotlight by winning the Dr. Bobby Jones Best Gospel/Inspirational Award for her track “Me & U.”
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