Cardi B leads the nominations for the 2026 BET Awards with six nods, followed by Kendrick Lamar and Mariah the Scientist with five each. The event will take place on April 29, with Mariah the Scientist winning the Rising Star award and Kehlani receiving the Impact award. Lamar, who won five Grammys earlier this year, is nominated for video of the year. The awards show will feature new categories this year, including the Fashion Vanguard Award and the Pulse Award, honoring influential figures in fashion and digital spaces. The 2026 BET Awards will air live on June 28 on various networks.
Cardi B, Kendrick Lamar, And Mariah The Scientist Lead The 2026 BET Awards Nominations
