All the Looks from the 2022 BET Awards
- 1/19
All the Looks from the 2022 BET Awards
The BET Awards took place this Sunday, June 26, in Los Angeles' Microsoft Theater.
The annual awards show—established in 2001 by the Black Entertainment Television network—celebrates African Americans in music, acting, and other fields of entertainment.
Lizzo kicked off the show, hosted by Taraji P. Henson—who had at least eight outfit changes—with a performance of her latest hit, "About Damn Time."
Among the winners of the night were Jazmine Sullivan (best female R&B/pop artist), The Weeknd (best male R&B/pop artist), Megan Thee Stallion (best female hip hop artist), Latto (best new artist), Zendaya (best actress), and Will Smith (best actor).
In their speeches, several stars commented on the highly controversial Supreme Court decision to overturn Roe v. Wade, which occurred Friday.
Look ahead for the best red-carpet and stage looks of the night.
Kevin Winter - Getty Images - 2/19
Lizzo
The singer walked the carpet in a dramatic navy feathered gown custom made by Gucci.
Aaron J. Thornton - Getty Images - 3/19
Lizzo
She changed into a gold sequined jumpsuit to perform.
Kevin Winter - Getty Images - 4/19
Janelle Monáe
The "Make Me Feel" singer wore a black sheer Roberto Cavalli harness gown.
Aaron J. Thornton - Getty Images - 5/19
Taraji P. Henson
The actress walked the carpet in a dazzling silver sequin Tom Ford gown with a one-shoulder strap that wrapped around her neck.
Paras Griffin - Getty Images - 6/19
Taraji P. Henson
Henson, who had about 15 outfit changes during the awards show, took the stage in a furry grey-and-red dress and strappy heels.
Leon Bennett - Getty Images - 7/19
Taraji P. Henson
Another of her best looks was this rose-patterned halter-top jumpsuit, which she paired with an ivory-colored cape and white pointed-toe heels.
Kevin Winter - Getty Images - 8/19
BIA
The rapper wore a tan trench-coat-like dress with a built-in corset bodysuit by Jean Paul Gaultier Haute Couture.
Aaron J. Thornton - Getty Images - 9/19
Marsai Martin
The Black-ish star shone in a glittering silver Dolce & Gabbana dress and sandal heels.
Paras Griffin - Getty Images - 10/19
Marsai Martin
In a full '90s-inspired look, Marsai Martin accepted the Young Stars Award at the Microsoft Theater.
Leon Bennett - Getty Images - 11/19
Saucy Santana
The rapper wore a green-and-yellow houndstooth coat dress by Area with matching neon furry boots.
Aaron J. Thornton - Getty Images - 12/19
Mouna Traoré
The Umbrella Academy star looked lovely in a bright pink feathered gown, black opera gloves, and matching heels.
Amy Sussman - Getty Images - 13/19
Coco Jones
The singer made an entrance in a bright red two-piece ensemble with silver embellishments and matching heels.
Jerritt Clark - Getty Images - 14/19
Billy Porter
Porter wore a baggy grey sweater with dramatic lifted shoulders from Rick Owens's fall 2022 ready-to-wear collection. He paired the look with a matching skirt and platform ankle boots.
Aaron J. Thornton - Getty Images - 15/19
Paula Patton
The Hitch star looked pretty in a pink minidress with dramatic sleeves and matching heels.
Amy Sussman - Getty Images - 16/19
Cynthia Erivo
The actress wore a colorful Louis Vuitton ensemble with a chunky black belt and golden platform heels.
Momodu Mansaray - Getty Images - 17/19
Muni Long
The singer wore a red-and-pink tulle gown by Carolina Herrera.
Amy Sussman - Getty Images - 18/19
Muni Long
For her performance, she changed into a silver and hot pink minidress and matching pink thigh-high boots. She accessorized with silver jewelry and a tiara.
Robin L Marshall - Getty Images - 19/19
Lakeyah
The rapper wore a sleek black dress with a feather trim by Andre Emery.
Aaron J. Thornton - Getty Images