BET Awards 2003
The 3rd BET Awards took place at the Kodak Theater in Los Angeles, California on June 24, 2003. The awards recognized Americans in music, acting, sports, and other fields of entertainment over the past year. Comedian Mo'Nique hosted the event for the first time.Accolade and Nomination
;Best Female R&B Artist
;Best Male R&B Artist
;Best Female Hip-Hop Artist
;Best Male Hip-Hop Artist
;Best New Artist
;Best Group
;Best Gospel Artist
;Best Actress
;Best Actor
;Best Female Athlete of the Year
;Best Male Athlete of the Year
;Video of the Year
- Erykah Badu for "Love of My Life " featuring Common
- B2K for "Girlfriend"
- Missy Elliott for "Work It"
- Eminem for "Lose Yourself"
- Nelly for "Hot in Herre"
;Viewer's Choice
- B2K for "Bump, Bump, Bump featuring P. Diddy
- 50 Cent for "In da Club"
- R. Kelly for "Ignition "
- Missy Elliott for "Work It"
- Erykah Badu for "Love of My Life " featuring Common
;Best Collaboration
;Lifetime Achievement Award
;Humanitarian Award