Teyana Taylor will receive the Icon of the Year Award at the 2026 BET Awards, according to multiple outlets citing BET’s announcement. Taylor, a singer-actress and multi-hyphenate performer, is recognized with the special honor ahead of the ceremony. The BET Awards telecast is scheduled for Sunday, June 28, and will air live from the Peacock Theater in Los Angeles. The event will be hosted by Druski.
Several reports also note Taylor’s prior BET success, including that she has won BET Awards for Video Director of the Year on two occasions, reflecting her work in music and visual direction. Other sources describe her as an Oscar- and Grammy-nominated performer, while also referencing her broader industry credentials.
The awards show proceeds as planned on the announced date and location, with Taylor singled out for the Icon of the Year recognition during the live broadcast.
