Cardi B, Kendrick Lamar, Mariah the Scientist Lead 2026 BET Awards Nominations

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Coverage among the outlets shows a lean towards highlighting Cardi B's achievements. The Hollywood Reporter, Variety, and Deadline all emphasize her leading position in nominations, framing the announcement primarily around her. Billboard,…

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Cardi B, Kendrick Lamar, Mariah the Scientist Lead 2026 BET Awards Nominations

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The 2026 BET Awards nominations have been announced, with Cardi B leading the pack with six nominations. Kendrick Lamar and Mariah the Scientist follow closely behind with five nominations each. The awards ceremony will take place on June 28, 2026, and will feature new categories including the Fashion Vanguard Award and the Pulse Award.

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▪Cardi B has received six nominations for the 2026 BET Awards.
▪Kendrick Lamar and Mariah the Scientist are tied for second place with five nominations each.
▪New categories have been introduced, including the Fashion Vanguard Award and the Pulse Award.

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▪ BET Awards Nominations Revealed: Cardi B Leads With Six — The Hollywood Reporter
▪ Cardi B Leads All Nominees At 2026 BET Awards — Deadline
▪ Cardi B Leads 2026 BET Awards Nominations: Full List — Billboard

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Home Music News May 19, 2026 7:00am PT Cardi B, Kendrick Lamar, Mariah the Scientist Lead 2026 BET Awards Nominations By Jem Aswad Plus Icon Jem Aswad Executive Editor, Music jemaswad Latest Music Industry Moves: Red Light Founder Coran Capshaw to Be Honored at T.J. Martell Foundation Gala; Japanese Trio Number_i Signs With Atlantic 16 hours ago Hipgnosis, the Company Behind Iconic Pink Floyd, Led Zeppelin and Black Sabbath Album Covers, Acquired by Primary Wave 23 hours ago Harry Styles Electrifies Amsterdam on Opening Night of ‘Together Together’ Tour: Concert Review 3 days ago See All (Photo by Kevin Winter/Getty Images) The 2026 BET Awards nominations have landed: Cardi B leads the nominations with six, Kendrick Lamar and Mariah the Scientist tie for second five nominations, and…

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