The BET Awards was filled with with some huge moments, performances, and BIG winners. Fans have been clapping it up and reacting in real time as some of their faves took home some major awards at culture’s biggest night. From Kehlani, Leon Thomas, Teyana Taylor, and more, here’s a full breakdown of the biggest winners at the BET Awards.
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Kehlani Continues To Dominate The Year With ‘Folded’
Even though ‘Folded’ stays on replay, Kehlani still couldn’t believe she took home the award for Best Female R&B Pop/Artist. She kept it 100 with fans, telling them “she was too mind blown for words.” Kehlani snagged the award right after she performed her hit record on stage alongside Jamie Foxx, who played the piano, and his daughter Annalise Bishop, who held it down on the guitar.
Best Female R&B/Pop Artist Kehlani #BETAwards pic.twitter.com/lxZcNRkzCz
— BET (@BET) June 29, 2026
Leon Thomas Continues To Hold The R&B Crown
At this point, it’s Leon Thomas’ world and we’re just living in it. Leon took home the BET Award for Best Male R&B/Pop Artist. He went up against a stacked lineup of nominees including Chris Brown, Bryson Tiller, Usher, October London, Bruno Mars, Brent Faiyaz, Durand Bernarr, and Givẽon. Leon keeps racking up wins this year, previously securing two Grammys for Best R&B Album and Best Traditional R&B Performance back in February.
Leon Thomas deserve that award 💯 #BETAwards pic.twitter.com/E1FYlamWDE
— Dabking_Antonio (@KingPowell1997) June 29, 2026
Doechii & SZA Served Up Black Girl Magic
Doechii and SZA served duo goals as they stepped up to accept to the 2026 BET Her Award for their joint single ‘Girl, Get Up.’ They surprised fans with the track when they dropped it at the end of 2025. The record served as a finale for Doechii’s ‘Swamp Sessions.’
