Teyana Taylor Named BET Awards 2026 Icon of the Year

Teyana Taylor, an Oscar- and Grammy-nominated singer-actress, will be honored as the Icon of the Year at the BET Awards 2026. The ceremony, hosted by Druski, takes place later this month. Taylor has previously secured the BET Awards for Video Director of the Year on two separate occasions. This latest recognition highlights her continued influence and achievements across multiple creative disciplines within the entertainment industry as she receives this prestigious honor during the upcoming event.