Lil Nas X Sheds Light On His Ongoing Squabble With BET

Lil Nas X slammed BET for excluding him from their award ceremony.

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The sensational artist received zero nominations for 2022's show.

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However, Nas X’s feud with BET started in 2021 after his "Montero" music video.

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Critics accused Nas X of being a Satanist because of the controversial video.

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BET also inquired about the singer's religious beliefs before letting him perform at their 2021 show.

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Nas claimed BET was upset because he kissed a guy during his performance.

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Members of the "SCOOP" singer's team also shared similar sentiments.

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Nas X previously claimed that Black gays were being excluded in the entertainment industry.

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The Grammy winner also shut down claims that he didn't deserve a BET nomination.

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