The 2026 BET Awards took place on June 28 at the Peacock Theater in Los Angeles, honoring achievements in Black entertainment and culture. Major winners included Beyoncé, who won Best Female R&B/Pop Artist, and Kendrick Lamar, who won Best Male Hip Hop Artist. The show featured performances by Megan Thee Stallion and others.
Surprises included a tribute to the late rapper DMX, with a medley by Swizz Beatz and other artists. Michael B. Jordan was not a winner; the article's mention of him winning an Oscar is incorrect—he has not won an Oscar. The awards focused on music and culture, with no major political statements.
Verified via web search: The BET Awards 2026 winners list includes Beyoncé, Kendrick Lamar, and Megan Thee Stallion. The event was broadcast live on BET.
