Comedian and influencer Druski will host the 2026 BET Awards on June 28 at 8:00 p. m.
EST/PST.
The event takes place at the Peacock Theatre in Los Angeles, California.
At 31 years old, Druski becomes the youngest individual to host the ceremony.
His selection follows widespread media attention from a viral sketch impersonating Erika Kirk earlier this year.
Honorees and Performances
Grammy Award-winning singer Lauryn Hill will receive the Living Legend Icon Award.
Oscar-nominated actress Teyana Taylor will accept the Icon of the Year award.
The two-hour broadcast will feature a musical tribute to late '90s R&B legend D'Angelo.
Performers include Cardi B, T. I.
, Tems, Erica Campbell, and Le'Andria Johnson.
Viewers can watch live on BET, with simulcasts on MTV, MTV2, Logo, the Paramount Network, and Pop TV.
Digital streaming is available on Paramount+, where the ceremony will also be available for on-demand viewing after the broadcast.
