Cardi B, Doechii, and More to Perform at 2026 BET Awards

The 2026 BET Awards have announced a lineup of performers for the event, which will be hosted by Druski. The show is scheduled to air live on Sunday, June 28, at 8 p.m. ET/PT on BET, originating from the Peacock Theater in Los Angeles.

Cardi B, who leads the 2026 BET Awards nominations with six nods, is among the artists slated to perform. Other performers include Doechii, Don Toliver, French Montana & Max B, Jill Scott, Kehlani, Tems, T.I., and Kwn. Queen Latifah, a past host, will also perform. Hip-hop pioneer MC Lyte is set to return as announcer.

The lineup also features The War and Treaty, who have received three nominations for vocal duo of the year at both the Country Music Awards and the Academy of Country Music Awards. Rapper Rick Ross and actor-rapper Common, an Oscar winner for co-writing “Glory” from *Selma*, are also scheduled to perform.

Three women will receive special awards during the ceremony. Ms. Lauryn Hill will be the inaugural recipient of the Living Legend Icon Award. Singer, songwriter, and actress Teyana Taylor, a 2026 Grammy and Oscar nominee, is set to receive the inaugural Icon of the Year Award. Legendary music executive Sylvia Rhone will be honored with the Ultimate Icon Award.

Connie Orlando, EVP of specials, music programming & music strategy at BET, stated that the BET Awards celebrate artists, visionaries, and cultural moments. She added that this year’s show will bring together legends, superstars, and emerging talent through powerful performances and historic tributes.

(Source: Billboard)