Entertainment

The Best Acceptance Speeches From the 2026 BET Awards

From Lauryn Hill's call for community to Doechii calling out a saxophonist mid-speech, Culture's Biggest Night delivered no shortage of unforgettable drop-the-mic moments.
06/29/2026

Daddy Dearest: T.I. and Jamie Foxx Brought Their Kids Onstage for Emotional BET Awards 2026 Moments

The rapper performed alongside son King Harris, while Foxx and daughter Anelise Bishop teamed up to introduce Kehlani.
06/29/2026

5 Moments That Made the 2026 BET Awards One for the Books

From career-defining honors to unforgettable tributes, Culture's Biggest Night reminded us why the BET Awards remains Black entertainment's most powerful stage.
06/29/2026

BET Awards 2026: The Hosts Who Did the Most

From Steve Harvey and Cedric the Entertainer to Mo’Nique, Queen Latifah, Kevin Hart and now Druski, BET Awards hosts have helped turn the show into its own kind of Black comedy stage.
06/26/2026

BET Awards 2026: How to Watch the Show Sunday Night

Your full guide to broadcast, streaming, and social coverage for Culture's Biggest Night.
06/26/2026

BET Awards 2026: How the Show Became Black Culture's Living Archive

Twenty-five years in, the BET Awards has never just been about winning trophies — it's the night Black culture writes itself into the history books.
06/25/2026

BET Awards 2026: The Stars to Watch On The Red Carpet

With the new Fashion Vanguard Award adding even more style stakes, these are the stars most likely to own the carpet before the show even starts.
06/25/2026

BET Awards 2026: The Stylists and Fashion Brands We’re Watching on Sunday’s Red Carpet

From Cardi B’s glam camp to longtime Black fashion power players, these are the names most likely to shape the best looks on awards night.
06/24/2026

BET Awards 2026: The Biggest Records Set to Be Broken at the Show

From Beyoncé’s all-time crown to Kendrick Lamar’s winning streak, here are the five most exciting wins that could shift history on Culture’s Biggest Night.
06/24/2026

BET Awards 2026 Unveils Second Wave of Performers and Presenters

The star-studded lineup includes: Alexia Jayy, Ari Lennox, Baby Keem, BJ the Chicago Kid, Durand Bernarr, Erica Campbell, George Clinton, Kenny Iko, Le’Andria Johnson, Nas, Rapsody, and Raye.
06/23/2026

BET Names Keke Palmer To Its Board of Advisors

A new era of leadership and cultural stewardship has begun! The acclaimed artist, host, and entrepreneur joins the network’s recently established board of advisors.
06/23/2026