BET Awards 2026: Kehlani, Teyana Taylor Among Early Winners (UPDATING LIVE)

The BET Awards took place Sunday evening in Los Angeles, with early winners including Kehlani for best female R and B pop artist and Leon Thomas for best male R and B pop artist. Janet Jackson presented Teyana Taylor with the Icon Award, honoring Taylor's significant impact on music and culture. According to Variety, the ceremony continued throughout the night with more winners to come.

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