Today, BET revealed the second wave of performers and the star-studded slate of presenters set to take the stage at the "BET Awards" 2026, airing live Sunday, June 28 at 8 PM ET/PT on BET from the Peacock Theater in Los Angeles, hosted by Druski.

Culture's Biggest Night just got bigger! Alexia Jayy, Ari Lennox, Baby Keem, BJ the Chicago Kid, Durand Bernarr, Erica Campbell, George Clinton, Le'Andria Johnson, Nas, Rapsody, and Raye join the performance lineup, along with BET Amplified artist Kenny Iko.

Throughout the evening, a star-studded roster of presenters and participants will take the stage, including Carl Anthony Payne II, Chlöe Bailey, Chris "Comedian CP" Powell, Deon Cole, DeRay Davis, Diarra Kilpatrick, Gail Bean, Isaiah John, Jaafar Jackson, Jacob Latimore, Keke Palmer, Kelly Rowland, Latto, Luke James, and Nia Long.

These additions join the previously announced first wave of performers – Cardi B, Common, Doechii, Don Toliver, French Montana, Kehlani, KWN, Max B, Queen Latifah, Rick Ross, Tems, T.I., and The War and Treaty. 

The "BET Awards" 2026 will also celebrate Teyana Taylor as Icon of the Year, sponsored by Hyundai; Sylvia Rhone with the Ultimate Icon Award, sponsored by Unstoppables; and Ms. Lauryn Hill with the Living Legend Icon Award, sponsored by Sprite.

The "BET Awards" 2026 airs live Sunday, June 28 at 8 PM ET/PT on BET. For the latest news and updates, follow @BET and join the conversation using #BETAwards.