Blue Ivy Carter, the cherubic 12-year-old offspring of music royalty Beyoncé and Jay-Z, has added another glittering accolade to her burgeoning collection. The young starlet triumphantly bagged the YoungStars Award at the esteemed 2024 BET Awards, a testament to her captivating talent and charm as a child entertainer. Although the event unfolded on BET's screens on Sunday evening, Blue Ivy's category was not broadcast live (and the Carters graced the occasion virtually).
Amidst a stellar lineup of contenders, including Akira Akbar, Demi Singleton, Heiress Diana Harris, Jabria McCullum, Jalyn Hall, Leah Jeffries, and Van Van who graced the stage with their performance, Blue Ivy emerged victorious. Her mother, Beyoncé, also stole the spotlight, clinching the viewer's choice award for her captivating track "Texas Hold 'Em."
Blue Ivy's voice will soon be heard in the upcoming sequel to the beloved Lion King franchise, 'Mufasa: The Lion King', where she voices the enchanting Princess Kiara. This marks her debut in a feature film, set to hit theaters on December 20th, narrating the poignant tale of Simba's father, Mufasa, an orphan who transformed into a wise, mighty, and compassionate ruler.
Parkwood Entertainment, Beyoncé's esteemed production and management house, couldn't resist celebrating Blue Ivy's momentous win. "Blue Ivy Carter wins the 2024 @BET YoungStars Award. CONGRATULATIONS!" they tweeted with enthusiasm. Even Beyoncé's doting grandmother, Tina Knowles, chimed in, showering praise on her darling granddaughter, "Congratulations to Blue Blue, our budding superstar!"
Blue Ivy's journey in the entertainment world has been nothing short of spectacular. She has already made history as the youngest winner of the BET Her Award at just 8 years old for her contribution to "Brown Skin Girl," a collaboration with her mother, Saint Jhn, and Wizkid. Additionally, she holds the enviable record of being the youngest MTV Video Music Award winner, Grammy recipient, NAACP Image Award holder, and Soul Train Music Award honoree, all for her stellar performance in "Brown Skin Girl."
Furthermore, Blue Ivy's baby coos and breaths were gracefully incorporated into Jay-Z's "Glory" in 2012, making her the youngest artist ever to feature on a Billboard chart.
The 2024 BET Awards, hosted by the captivating Taraji P. Henson, saw Usher being feted with the prestigious lifetime achievement award. The gala unfolded at the vibrant Peacock Theater in Downtown Los Angeles, with other illustrious winners including Victoria Monét, Tyla, and Killer Mike adding to the night's starry lineup.
