2026 BET Awards: Queen Latifah brings the heat on runway
Key takeaways
- Add ARY News on Google AAResize Queen Latifah made a bold appearance for the 2026 BET Awards runway.
- On June 28, Latifah wore a head-to-toe black ensemble, a gown with a statement coat featuring a textured pattern, massive sleeve cuffs, and a dramatic collar.
- The BET Awards, hosted this year by comedian Druski, have honored the work of Black artists, athletes, and philanthropists since their start in 2001.
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Add ARY News on Google AAResize Queen Latifah made a bold appearance for the 2026 BET Awards runway. She brought the heat with her head-turning look when she stepped onto the red carpet outside the Peacock Theater in Los Angeles ahead of the show.
On June 28, Latifah wore a head-to-toe black ensemble, a gown with a statement coat featuring a textured pattern, massive sleeve cuffs, and a dramatic collar. She wore an elegant, braided bun atop her head, which she paired with a smoky eye and red lips. She accessorized the look with dangling gold earrings and a few pinky rings.
The BET Awards, hosted this year by comedian Druski, have honored the work of Black artists, athletes, and philanthropists since their start in 2001. Latifah has previously been honored by BET with two accolades: Best Actress in 2003 for her role as Matron “Mama” Morton in the 2002 musical film Chicago, as well as the BET Lifetime Achievement Award in 2021.