LOS ANGELES (AP) 鈥� will host the 2026 becoming the youngest emcee in the show鈥檚 history.
BET announced Thursday that the 31-year-old comedian and digital creator will lead the ceremony, which airs live June 28 from the Peacock Theater in Los Angeles.
Druski surpasses who previously held the distinction as the BET Award’s youngest host when he emceed in 2011.
鈥淚 grew up watching the BET Awards,鈥� Druski said in a statement. 鈥淭o know the comedic legends that hosted before me set the bar so high, I鈥檓 just grateful to be a part of the history. But I鈥檓 still bringing my brand of comedy to the stage.鈥�
Best known for his viral sketches and improvisational style, Druski has built a massive following across social media, translating that momentum into sold-out tours and high-profile collaborations with artists including and as well as appearances alongside figures like and
Druski has been named to Forbes鈥� Under 30 list and Rolling Stone鈥檚 Most Influential Creator list, and in 2025 became the first comedian to cover Billboard鈥檚 No. 1s issue.
Now in its 25th year, the BET Awards has long served as a major stage celebrating Black achievement across music, film, television and sports, and is known for its performances, tributes and culturally defining moments.
鈥淎s one of the most exciting comedic voices of his generation, Druski brings a unique ability to connect with audiences through humor that feels both fresh and deeply rooted in culture,鈥� said Connie Orlando, BET鈥檚 executive vice president of specials, music programming and music strategy.
The show will be produced by with and Jeannae Rouzan-Clay serving as executive producers.
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