Secular Artist Wins Gospel Award: BET Awards Spark Debate

The 2025 BET Awards sparked debate within the gospel music community after GloRilla, a secular artist, won the prestigious Bobby Jones Gospel Award. The unexpected win prompted immediate reactions, including a public statement of disappointment from gospel artist Deitrick Haddon, who voiced his concerns on social media. Haddon's video, expressing his belief that the award should have gone to a gospel artist, quickly went viral. "The gospel music industry needs an overhaul," Haddon stated in his video. Funky Dineva, a popular commentator, echoed similar sentiments in a video discussing the controversy. The debate highlights a larger issue within the industry regarding recognition and representation of traditional gospel artists. The discussion continues online, with many fans weighing in on the fairness of the award.