Usher was presented with the prestigious Lifetime Achievement Award at the 2024 BET Awards on Sunday (June 30). After accepting the award, the eight-time Grammy winner proceeded to give a nearly 15-minute-long speech that ended up being heavily censored. The network has since apologized to the singer, claiming that an “audio malfunction” is what led to part of his speech being “inadvertently muted,” according to The Hollywood Reporter .
However, in a video captured by an audience member at the award show and later uploaded to TikTok , it appears certain moments of Usher’s speech were censored due to his use of profane language. Here’s what he actually said: “Gettin’ here has definitely not been easy, but it has been worth it,” Usher began. “I have a lot of people that I want to thank, but before I get into any of it – by the way, I should caution you that I love to talk and I have a way with words.
What I will say, is I don’t have write anything because I wanted this moment to be exactly what it was: present. In this moment, how I am feeling and the appreciation that I have for each and every person that had anything to do with this moment tonight, as well as the 30+ year career that I celebrate.” Going on to acknowledge members of his team standing behind him, Usher said: “They say success has a million fathers.
Well, I start with these guys right here. This is the village, these are the men who motivated me, who have spoken to me, who have been s.
