Sylvia Rhone was recognized as the Ultimate Icon at the 2026 BET Awards and delivered a powerful message about protecting creativity as tech disrupts the industry.

The 2026 BET Awards were held on Sunday (June 28), at the Peacock Theater in Los Angeles. Hosted by Druski, the show also included performances by Cardi B, Doechii, Kehlani, Tems, Queen Latifah, Jill Scott, Don Toliver, and more.

The 2026 BET Awards saw Kehlani win the coveted award for Best Female R&B/Pop Artist--but the moment was overshadowed by an awkward ending to her acceptance speech.

Rapper Cardi B debuted a fiery red hair transformation during her electrifying performance at the 2026 BET Awards on Sunday,.

Teyana Taylor was honored with the Icon of the Year Award at the 2026 BET Awards, which was presented by Janet Jackson. The Oscar-nominated star was emotional from the start, surprised that Jackson took the time to present the award to her at the Peacock Theater.

Clive Davis was honored at the 2026 BET Awards, as Erica Campbell took the stage to perform a medley of “I Love the Lord” set over the ceremony’s In Memoriam segment. The “Shackles” singer noted that the song was one of Davis’ favorites,

Chlöe chatted with Billboard’s Kyle Denis on the red carpet at the BET Awards 2026. A daily briefing on what matters in the music industry Send us a tip using our anonymous form. A daily briefing on what matters in the music industry Send us a tip using our anonymous form.