On Sunday, Queen Latifah’s years-long work in the entertainment industry was recognized at the BET Awards 2021.
The actress, producer and emcee was honored with the Lifetime Achievement Award — an honor presented to her by fellow legend MC Lyte.
Lyte briefly touched on her personal relationship with the New Jersey star before introducing a tribute video that featured a slew of entertainers who praised her contributions to Black culture.
The likes of Mary J. Blige, LL Cool J and Megan Thee Stallion paid homage to Queen in the montage, which was followed by a performance from Rapsody, Monie Love, Lyte and Lil Kim, who rapped her hits “Ladies First” and “U.N.I.T.Y.”
Holding a picture of her late mother in hand, Queen then accepted the award and delivered a heartfelt speech in which she expressed her love and gratitude for God and all those who have supported her throughout her journey, including her parents, siblings, best friends and BET.
