Cardi B will be hitting the stage at the 2026 BET Awards.
With six nominations, Cardi B has the most nominations.
Along with Cardi, Doechii, Queen Latifah, Common, Don Toliver, French Montana, and Max B. will perform. Also, Jill Scott, Kehlani, Rick Ross, Tems, T.I., and the War and Treaty.
MC Lyte will make her return as announcer for “culture’s biggest night.
Kendrick Lamar and Mariah the Scientist, who both secured five nominations each. Doechii, Doja Cat, Clipse, and Teyana Taylor also made strong showings with four nominations apiece. Denzel Washington, Michael B. Jordan, and Angela Bassett anchor the film categories.
Adding a fresh dynamic to this year’s lineup, BET introduced two brand-new categories. The Fashion Vanguard Award—honoring style trendsetters like A$AP Rocky, Beyoncé, and Zendaya. The Pulse Award, which recognizes creators driving impactful conversations in digital spaces.
Connie Orlando, EVP, Specials, Music Programming, and Music Strategy at BET, shared a statement about the show.
”BET Awards has always been a celebration of the artists, visionaries, and cultural moments that shape our community and move culture forward,” said Orlando.
“This year’s show brings together an extraordinary mix of legends, superstars, and emerging talent whose influence continues to resonate across generations,” added Orlando. “From powerful performances to historic tributes, we’re creating the kind of unforgettable moments that define the BET Awards. And we’re only getting started.”
Hosted by Druski, the show will air live from the Peacock Theater in Los Angeles.
“It’s an honor to be the youngest host EVER for the BET Awards,” Druski told Billboard. “I grew up watching the BET Awards and — to know the comedic legends that hosted before me set the bar so high. I’m just grateful to be a part of history. But I’m still bringing my brand of comedy to the stage. So expect a little chaos, a lot of laughs, and some of your favorite Druski characters to pop out along the way.”
The 2026 BET Awards will air live on Sunday, June 28 at 8 p.m. ET on BET.