See the Glamorous Photos from Inside the 2026 BET Awards Portrait Studio (Exclusive)
See the Glamorous Photos from Inside the 2026 BET Awards Portrait Studio (Exclusive)
Brendan LeMon, June 29, 2026 at 3:20 PM UTC
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Teyana TaylorCredit: Michael Rowe for BET Awards 2026
The 2026 BET Awards featured unforgettable moments and even more memorable looks.
During the June 28 ceremony in Los Angeles, hosted by comedian Druski, plenty of laughs were had, many tears were shed and the house was brought down over and over. In between the buzz, celebrities like Teyana Taylor and Kelly Rowland stopped by the show's bespoke portrait studio to pose for an eye-catching photo.
Ahead, take a look at the must-see pictures from the night, captured by photographer Michael Rowe.
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Teyana Taylor
Teyana TaylorCredit: Michael Rowe for BET Awards 2026
Teyana Taylor showed off her four trophies of the night, including her Icon of the Year honor.
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Doechii
DoechiiCredit: Michael Rowe for BET Awards 2026
Doechii was gorgeous in a lacy black number, accessorized with a statement necklace and choker.
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Kelly Rowland
Kelly RowlandCredit: Michael Rowe for BET Awards 2026
Kelly Rowland glittered in a gold cowl-neck dress after presenting the Ultimate Icon Award to Sylvia Rhone.
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Chase Infiniti
Chase InfinitiCredit: Michael Rowe for BET Awards 2026
As always, One Battle After Another's Chase Infiniti looked impeccable.
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Jodie Turner-Smith
Jodie Turner-SmithCredit: Michael Rowe for BET Awards 2026
Jodie Turner-Smith popped in a colorful dress in the portrait studio.
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Nia Long
Nia LongCredit: Michael Rowe for BET Awards 2026
Nia Long was more than ready for the spotlight in a simple but chic brown gown.
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Kehlani
KehlaniCredit: Michael Rowe for BET Awards 2026
Kehlani, who won Best Female R&B/Pop Artist and Video of the Year, was all smiles during her portrait studio session.
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Deon Cole
Deon ColeCredit: Michael Rowe for BET Awards 2026
Deon Cole caught the camera with his charismatic look.
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Muni Long
Muni LongCredit: Michael Rowe for BET Awards 2026
Muni Long dazzled in an electric blue ensemble and a slick side bang.
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Yung Miami
Yung MiamiCredit: Michael Rowe for BET Awards 2026
City Girls alum Yung Miami struck a pose in her seat inside the studio.
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Baby Keem
Baby KeemCredit: Michael Rowe for BET Awards 2026
Performer Baby Keem looked dapper in his suit and tie at the awards ceremony.
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Durand Bernarr
Durand BernarrCredit: Michael Rowe for BET Awards 2026
Best Male R&B/Pop Artist nominee Durand Bernarr crushed his all-red outfit.
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Jimmy Jam
Jimmy JamCredit: Michael Rowe for BET Awards 2026
Iconic songwriter Jimmy Jam folded his hands together for a snazzy shot.
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Luke James
Luke JamesCredit: Michael Rowe for BET Awards 2026
Luke James was a denim darling in his Canadian tuxedo.
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Diarra Kilpatrick
Diarra KilpatrickCredit: Michael Rowe for BET Awards 2026
Diarra Kilpatrick paired her form-fitting black-and-blue dress with opera gloves.
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Destin Conrad
Destin ConradCredit: Michael Rowe for BET Awards 2026
Destin Conrad was checkered out in a matching jacket and shorts set, topped off with a big beret.
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Adam Blackstone
Adam BlackstoneCredit: Michael Rowe for BET Awards 2026
Musician Adam Blackstone stood tall and statuesque in a well-tailored suit.
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DeRay Davis
DeRay DavisCredit: Michael Rowe for BET Awards 2026
DeRay Davis goofed around the set of the portrait studio.
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Terrence J and Mikalah Sultan
Terrence J and Mikalah SultanCredit: Michael Rowe for BET Awards 2026
Terrence J and his wife Mikalah Sultan had a date night at the ceremony.
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Sylvia Rhone
Sylvia RhoneCredit: Michael Rowe for BET Awards 2026
Epic Records chairwoman Sylvia Rhone displayed her Ultimate Icon trophy front and center.s
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Jacob Latimore
Jacob LatimoreCredit: Michael Rowe for BET Awards 2026
Jacob Latimore put on the Ritz in a pinstripe blazer and stylish dress shoes.
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