From how to watch and who's performing to nominees and honorees — your complete guide to the 2026 BET Awards.
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This year's edition is hosted by Fat Joe and includes performances by Lil’ Kim, the Wu-Tang Clan, David Banner, Dead Prez, Remy Ma, and Three 6 Mafia.
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Jayda Cheaves took to Instagram to explain what really happened behind the viral awkward moment between her and LL Cool J at the BET Hip Hop Awards.
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Rapper BIA has issued a response to people who shared criticism online of her 2021 BET Hip Hop Awards performance that aired on Tuesday night.
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Druski Says There Was 'Truth' to His Megachurch Pastor Skit: 'I Got the Message Across'
“We’re blind to it,” the comedian said.
Trey Alston23 days ago
Kayla Nicole Has One Piece of Advice for Black Men
At the 2026 BET Awards, the media star moved beyond Travis Kelce headlines to call on Black men to protect and show up for Black women every day.
Bernadette Giacomazzo24 days ago
Chris Rock Calls Druski the ‘Best Host Ever’ After BET Awards in Text Message
Rock previously hosted the award ceremony in 2014.
Alex Ocho25 days ago
Lizzo Recalls Saving Jason Lee's Life After He Passed Out in the Club
The longtime friends recalled the frightening incident during an interview at 2026 BET Awards red carpet.
Alex Ocho25 days ago
Cardi B Keeps BIA Beef Alive With 2026 BET Awards Performance
Cardi B performed "Pretty and Petty" during her performance at the 2026 BET Awards.
Joe Price25 days ago
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TDE's Punch Calls Druski ‘Weird’ for Getting Saxophone to Play Off SZA and Doechii at BET Awards
At the start of the night, Druski announced that people would be played off by a saxophonist if their speeches ran too long.
Joe Price25 days ago
Druski Jokingly Calls Out Ray J at BET Awards: 'I Thought You Was Gon' Be Dead'
Earlier this year, Ray J told fans he "almost died" after he was hospitalized for pneumonia and heart pain.
Joe Price25 days ago
Watch Druski Give His Best Jay-Z Impression at 2026 BET Awards
Druski took inspiration from HOV's much-discussed Roots Picnic freestyle for the impression.
Trace William Cowen25 days ago