"Culture’s Biggest Night" returned to Los Angeles — and the 2026 BET Awards gave us everything.
From Druski making history as the youngest host ever, to Cardi B leading the nominations and taking over the stage, Jamie Foxx sharing a touching family moment with his daughter, and Teyana Taylor breaking down during her Icon of the Year honor — this year’s show was packed with unforgettable moments.
The night also brought emotional tributes to D’Angelo, a star-studded celebration of Lauryn Hill, powerful performances from Kehlani, RAYE, Cardi B and more, plus speeches that had the audience laughing, crying, and on their feet.
Here’s everything that happened at the 2026 BET Awards — the biggest wins, surprises, performances, tributes, and viral moments everyone is talking about.
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