Comedian and social superstar Druski will make history when he takes the stage as host of the 2026 BET Awards. At 31, Druski will become the youngest ever host of the BET Awards, narrowly eclipsing Kevin Hart, who was also 31 (but closer to 32 than Druski is now) when he first hosted in 2011.
The 2026 BET Awards will air live on BET from the Peacock Theater in Los Angeles on Sunday, June 28, at 8 p.m. ET/PT.
“It’s an honor to be the youngest host EVER for the BET Awards,” Druski said 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. BUT I’m still bringing my brand of comedy to the stage, so expect a little chaos, a lot of laughs and some of your favorite Druski characters to pop out along the way.”
Druski has redefined comedy for the digital era, building a massive following through viral sketches, sold-out tours and collaborations with such wide-ranging performers as Hart, Drake, Snoop Dogg, Tom Brady and Timothée Chalamet. Last year, Druski assumed the role of Justin Bieber’s therapist on three sketches on the pop star’s Swag, which reached No. 2 on the Billboard 200 and received Grammy nods for album of the year and best pop vocal album.
Druski made history in December 2025 as the first comedian to cover Billboard‘s No. 1’s issue. In the cover story, Billboard staff writer Kyle Denis observed: “That crossover moment on the now Grammy-nominated album cemented Druski as the defining comedian of his generation, someone who transcends mediums as easily as he does demographics … From Dunkin’ Super Bowl commercials to Bieber album cameos, Druski defined 2025 like no other star — and pop culture’s biggest names are taking notice.”
One of pop culture’s biggest names who did just that was Hart, who said in the cover story, “When will teachers and professors start to use creators like Druski as case studies in media, communication and film classes? He is paving the way for so many future stars, and he’s captured the voice of his generation. Druski has learned how to use data and metrics to keep his audience engaged and entertained the same way comedians before him learned how to move on from a joke that may not hit.”
Druski hosted Billboard’s 2025 No. 1s Livestream on Dec. 9, where he welcomed special guests to help reveal the biggest chart-toppers of 2025.
In a Billboard News video last year, Carl Lamarre, Billboard‘s senior director R&B, R&B/hip-hop, noted: “I think with Druski, he’s been able to tap into different areas pretty seamlessly, especially in the new era where you don’t see a lot of comedians going on tour and integrating music acts. But it’s not even just hip-hop. He can touch any genre with ease, like he just teamed up with Fuerza [Regida] to do some merch for Coulda Been Records. So he’s been able to tap into every genre, every market, seamlessly and that’s what makes him the star that he is.”
Since 2020, Druski has appeared in several music videos, including Lil Yachty and DaBaby “Oprah’s Bank Account” (featuring Drake); Drake’s “Laugh Now Cry Later” (featuring Lil Durk); Jack Harlow’s “Tyler Herro” and “Churchill Downs” (the latter featuring Drake); Chlöe and Latto’s “For the Night”; Rod Wave’s “Passport Junkie”; and Fuerza Regida’s “GodFather.”
Druski was also named to Forbes‘ Under 30 List, Rolling Stone‘s Most Influential Creator List and The Hollywood Reporter’s Creator A-List.
“As one of the most exciting and influential 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,” said Connie Orlando, EVP, specials, music programming & music strategy at BET, in a statement. “As we prepare for this year’s BET Awards, we’re thrilled to have him bring his signature energy and perspective to the stage, helping set the tone for a night that celebrates the achievements and cultural impact of our community.”
Orlando serves as executive producer for the 2026 BET Awards. Jesse Collins Entertainment is the production company for the show, with Collins, Dionne Harmon and Jeannae Rouzan-Clay also serving as executive producers.
The 2026 BET Awards will air live on Sunday, June 28, at 8 p.m. ET/PT on BET and will be simulcast on BET HER, CMT, LOGO, MTV, MTV2, Nickelodeon, Paramount, POP, VH1, Comedy Central and TV Land.
Culture’s Biggest Week returns with BET Experience 2026 (BETX), three days of immersive, fan-focused events, June 25-27, ahead of the 2026 BET Awards.
