Jamie Foxx becomes emotional during his acceptance speech at the 2025 BET Awards.
Let's talk about the 2025 BET Awards, where our man Jamie Foxx scooped up the Ultimate Icon Award on Monday night. Now, this wasn't just any award - it came from his good buddy, Stevie Wonder, who won an Academy Award back in 2004 (comp' for the movie Ray), remember that?
Well, Jamie wasn't initially down for homie status, but Stevie's talent won him over. Jamie got all sentimental at the Peacock Theater in LA, spilling some serious emotions during his acceptance speech. He shared how he called Stevie after his win and said, "We're not besties just because you're a blind man, okay?"
But then came the tears. The actor praised Stevie's talent, confessing he knew from the get-go that he had more to offer. Before his speech, he even gave Stevie a hug.
Jamie also took a moment to reflect on his life-threatening stroke back in April 2023. Man, he felt the weight, telling the crowd that when he watched the "In Memoriam" segment, he couldn't help but think, "That could've been me."
He appreciated the second chance life gave him. He qoute, "I gotta be honest - when I saw the 'In Memoriam,' I was like, 'Man, that could've been me.' But I don't know why I went through what I went through, but I know my second chance I'm not gonna turn down."
Jamie's inspiring words highlighted the importance of support within the Black community, recognizing the struggles faced and the resilience needed to preserve history and stories. The artist shared a special gratitude towards Black women and his family, particularly his sister Dedra, who were instrumental in his recovery. Jamie's address was a powerful reminder of the strength and resilience of Black culture, paying homage to the challenges they've faced and overcome like the attempted destruction of Black Wall Street in Tulsa, Oklahoma. Despite attempts to silence and erase them, Black narratives continue to thrive.
During his emotional speech, Jamie Foxx discussed his admiration for celebrities like Stevie Wonder, expressing his appreciation for their talent in various entertainment fields, including music and movies-and-tv. He also acknowledged the significant influence of Black women and his family in his life and recovery, emphasizing the importance of unity and resilience within the news and entertainment industry.
