From Taraji P. Henson's time in the sky to the audience's reactions to several surprise guests, check out the best non-televised moments from the 2026 BET Awards…
Common and Queen Latifah perform onstage at the BET Awards 2026 held at Peacock Theater on June 28, 2026 in Los Angeles, California.
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Hosted by Billboard cover star Druski and anchored by star-studded tributes to Ms. Lauryn Hill and the late D’Angelo, the 2026 BET Awards absolutely rocked Los Angeles’ Peacock Theatre on Sunday night (June 28).
A wide range of performers lit up the night, including R&B sensations (Kehlani, Tems, kwn), hip-hop superstars (Cardi B, Don Toliver, Baby Keem, T.I.), and British powerhouse RAYE.
