BET Awards Celebrate Legends and Icons | Vancouver News

Lauryn Hill stunned the BET Awards with a Living Legend Icon Award, delivering surprise performances of “Ex-Factor” and “Everything Is Everything” while her kids joined the tribute. Teyana Taylor, honored with Icon of the Year, was moved to tears by Janet Jackson’s surprise presentation — calling her a vital influence. The night also paid tribute to lost icons like Richard Smallwood and Clive Davis, and celebrated D’Angelo’s legacy with a heartfelt musical homage. Sylvia Rhone, the first Black woman to lead a major record label, accepted the Ultimate Icon Award, urging protection of artists in the AI era. And to kick things off? Comedian Druski made history as the youngest BET host, keeping the energy electric with hilarious bits — even freestyling a Jay-Z spoof. Support the show:Get a discount at https://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/7529f7237c5d4a74