The 2012 BET Awards never dissappoints when it comes to performances, foolery, and awards. This year was full of laughs, creative skits, surprises and teary eyed memories, honoring those who paved the way and those are making strides. This year our favorite entertainers reigned champions as they beat out the competiton for the title as the best. With winners like King Beyonce and hubby Jay-Z check out who else took home the crown.

Best Actor: Kevin Hart

Best New Artist: Big Sean

Best Male R&B Artist: Chris Brown

Best Collaboration: Wale ft. Miguel

Best Gospel: Yolanda Adams

Best Female R&B Artist: Beyoncé

Best Female Hip-Hop Artist: Nicki Minaj

Lifetime Achievement Award: Maze featuring Frankie Beverly

Video Of The Year: “Otis,” The Throne (Kanye West & Jay-Z)

BET Humanitarian Award: Rev. Al Sharpton

Viewers’ Choice Award: Mindless Behavior

Video Director Of The Year: Beyoncé & Alan Ferguson

AOL Fandemonium Award: Chris Brown