@meghan.fatouThe BET Awards 2026 pulled in 2.6 million total viewers across television and was the most-discussed show on TV on the day it aired, racking up 9.3 million social interactions. The ceremony also achieved its highest rating among adults 18 to 49 since 2019.
View original postPhoto by @meghan.fatou· Jul 3, 2026· Photo 1 of 2· BET Awards
A collage of eight photos from the BET Awards 26 red carpet and stage. Top row shows four women in glamorous gowns holding star-shaped awards, including a yellow cut-out dress, a blue halter, a black lace gown, and a black cut-out suit. Bottom row features a woman in a 2Pac graphic tee and feathered hat, a man in a maroon suit, two women hugging on stage, and a woman in a brown sparkly gown. Visible text includes “BET AWARDS 26” logos, “2PAC” on a shirt, and partial “HYUNDAI” and “BET” backdrops.
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View original postPhoto by @meghan.fatou· Jul 3, 2026· Photo 1 of 2· BET Awards
A collage of eight photos from the BET Awards 26 red carpet and stage. Top row shows four women in glamorous gowns holding star-shaped awards, including a yellow cut-out dress, a blue halter, a black lace gown, and a black cut-out suit. Bottom row features a woman in a 2Pac graphic tee and feathered hat, a man in a maroon suit, two women hugging on stage, and a woman in a brown sparkly gown. Visible text includes “BET AWARDS 26” logos, “2PAC” on a shirt, and partial “HYUNDAI” and “BET” backdrops.
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