Legendary executive Sylvia Rhone — who was the first woman to lead a major music company — will receive the 'Ultimate Icon' award at the BET Awards.

"She championed artists and executives, shattered ceilings that had never been broken and redefined what leadership looks like for women and people of color in every boardroom…

Sylvia Rhone will receive the Ultimate Icon Award at the 2026 BET Awards. The show will broadcast live on Sunday, June 28, on BET.

Legendary executive Sylvia Rhone — who was the first woman to lead a major music company — will receive the 'Ultimate Icon' award at the BET Awards.