The Weeknd was nominated in 2015 for co-writing “Earned It” from Fifty Shades of Grey. The three members of Son Lux – Rafiq Bhaatia, Ian Chang and Ryan Lott – were nominated this year for their work on Everything Everywhere All at Once. Byrne shared an Oscar for best original score for 1987’s The Last Emperor. Keeravaani and Chandrabose won this year’s Oscar for best original song for “Naatu Natu” from RRR. Of the 18 people invited to join the music branch, eight are past nominees or winners. There are 76 Oscar nominees, including 22 winners, among the invitees. According to the Academy, of the 2023 class, 40% identify as women, 34% belong to underrepresented ethnic/racial communities and 52% are from 50 countries and territories outside the U.S. Membership selection is based on professional qualifications, with an ongoing commitment to representation, inclusion and equity remaining a priority. But it’s much smaller than the 2020 class (which numbered 819) or the all-time largest class in 2018 (which numbered 928). This year’s class is right in line with the number of invitees the last two years – 395 in 2021 and 397 in 2022. Scroll ahead to check out the hip-hop 50 tribute performances from the BET Awards.The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences is extending invitations to join the organization to 398 artists and executives, including The Weeknd, David Byrne, Taylor Swift, Austin Butler, Keke Palmer, Bill Hader and Paul Reiser. From music to dance and fashion, we are digging through every crate as we celebrate 50 years of hip-hop and its diversity, evolution, and global impact."īET also teased "an unforgettable night of reunions and surprises as we celebrate hip-hop's rich history, enduring legacy, and promising future." Fresh, King Combs, Dem Franchize Boyz, Soulja Boy also performed during what BET called a "wall-to-wall party" curated by legendary DJ Kid Capri.Īhead of the award show, Connie Orlando - BET's EVP, specials, music programming and music strategy - released a statement with its hip-hop 50 performance slate that read, "We have an incredible lineup of performers who will take us on a musical journey, covering hip-hop spanning every decade, style, and region. Other acts like Erick Sermon, Keith Murray, 69 Boyz, Redman, Fat Joe, Remy Ma, Fabolous, Styles P, Ja Rule, Kid 'N Play, Doug E. Meanwhile, hip-hop pioneer Busta Rhymes delivered an epic medley performance in honor of him receiving this year's lifetime achievement award, featuring artists like M.O.P., Coi Leray, BIA, and Scar Lip. Kane led a brief Biz Markie tribute in honor of the late hip-hop icon. The Sugarhill Gang, MC Lyte, Big Daddy Kane, Warren G, Yo-Yo, Tyga, E-40, Trick Daddy, Trina, Uncle Luke, Chief Keef, Ying Yang Twins, Jeezy, T.I., and Master P hit the stage to rap some of their biggest hits. 11) with an evening of performances from an unprecedented lineup of hip-hop icons and current stars. Live from the Microsoft Theater in Los Angeles, culture's biggest night honored the genre's milestone birthday (Aug. The 2023 BET Awards just gave hip-hop the ultimate tribute in celebration of its 50th anniversary.
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