Red Carpet Rundown: 'Best Looks' BET Awards 2026

“BET Awards” 2026 recognized Black culture across music, television and film hosted by comedian Druski. Airing live from Los Angeles’ Peacock Theater, Teyona Taylor took home top honors with four award wins. Paired with unforgettable performances, Culture’s Biggest Night celebrated the very best in entertainment and culture.

Icon Awards were presented to Ms. Lauryn Hill, Teyana Taylor, and Sylvia Rhone, with tributes highlighting their illustrious careers:

This year, the BET Awards introduced two new categories: the Fashion Vanguard Award presented to Teyana Taylor, recognizing her contribution in shaping culture through fashion, style, and creative expression; and the Pulse Award presented to Druski, recognizing his contribution in shaping conversation and cultural influence across digital media, podcasts and emerging content platforms.

The memorable evening featured a heartfelt tribute highlighting the life and legacy of the late D’Angelo, with powerful performances from Ari Lennox, BJ the Chicago Kid, Durand Bernarr, George Clinton, and Raye, culminating in a deeply personal onstage moment alongside D’Angelo’s children. Additionally, the In Memoriam segment was anchored by the timeless music of the late gospel pioneer Richard Smallwood and brought to life through moving vocal performances by Erica Campbell and Le’Andria Johnson, honoring those lost over the past year.

Ahead of the live show, The 2026 BET Awards “Red Carpet Live!” Presented by Hyundai and McDonald’s returned with hosts Bow Wow & Rocsi Diaz on the Main Stage, Loren Lorosa on the Style Stage presented by Mielle, Jason Lee on the Digital Stage, and Tierra Marsh and Brian McIntosh hosting the Social Stage where winners of Sportswoman of the Year, Sportsman of the Year, The Pulse Award and the Young Stars Award were revealed.

See some of my favorite looks from the red carpet arrivals inside, do you have any favorites?