The full rundown of who won what at Sunday night's awards ceremony

Doechii, SZA, Doja Cat, Queen Latifah, Nas, Ice Cube, Wyclef & more paid tribute to the singer/rapper as she accepted the new award.

The BET Awards aired live on Sunday, June 28 in Los Angeles

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.

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, hosted by Druski, aired live from the Peacock Theater in Los Angeles on BET and several other networks. PEOPLE has a complete recap of the highlights from culture's biggest night.

NPR Music and Tiny Desk celebrate Black Music Month with a multi-generational month-long lineup that includes GENA, Kareem Riggins and Liv.e, Ayra Starr, Joe, The Paradox, Floetry, Fred Hammond, Eve,