BET Awards 2026: Druski hosts as Lauryn Hill to receive honor
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Key Points:
- Druski will make history as the youngest host of the BET Awards at age 31, surpassing Kevin Hart's previous record from 2011, hosting live from the Peacock Theater in Los Angeles.
- Cardi B leads the nominations with six, followed by Kendrick Lamar and Mariah the Scientist with five each; notable nominees include Doechii, Doja Cat, Clipse, Teyana Taylor, Olivia Dean, and Latto.
- Lauryn Hill will receive the Living Legend Icon Award for her enduring cultural impact, Teyana Taylor will be honored with the Icon of the Year Award, and music executive Sylvia Rhone will receive the Ultimate Icon Award for her groundbreaking industry leadership.
- The show’s performers include Cardi B, Common, Doechii, Don Toliver, French Montana, Jill Scott, Kehlani, Queen Latifah, Rick Ross, Tems, T.I., and The War And Treaty, with MC Lyte returning as announcer.
- The ceremony will feature diverse award categories such as the Pulse Award for creators and content series and the Fashion Vanguard Award recognizing cultural impact in fashion.
