Druski To Host The 2026 BET Awards
Comedian and online creator Druski will host the 2026 BET Awards, becoming the youngest host in the show's history. The event is set to air live on June 28, 2026, at 8 p.m. ET/PT across multiple networks. Druski expressed his honor at being part of the show's legacy while promising to bring his unique comedic style to the stage.
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Druski Erik Humphrey BET today revealed that comedian and online creator Druski will host this year’s BET Awards. The 2026 installment airs live on Sunday, June 28 at 8 p.m. ET/PT. With the selection, Druski becomes the event’s youngest-ever host, eclipsing Kevin Hart, who previously held the distinction. “It’s an honor to be the youngest host ever for the BET Awards,” said Druski in a statement. “I grew up watching the BET Awards and, to know the comedic legends that hosted before me set the bar so high, I’m just grateful to be a part of the history.
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