The BET Lifetime Achievement Award honors influential artists for their indelible contributions to music and culture. Based on the provided records, the following individuals and groups have received the BET Lifetime Achievement Award:
BET Lifetime Achievement Award Honorees (2001-2008)
| Year | Recipient(s) |
|---|---|
| 2001 | Whitney Houston |
| 2002 | Earth Wind & Fire |
| 2003 | James Brown |
| 2004 | The Isley Brothers |
| 2005 | Gladys Knight |
| 2006 | Chaka Khan |
| 2007 | Diana Ross |
| 2008 | Al Green |
