Lizzo showed off her dramatic weight loss in an eye-catching look as she and Teyana Taylor led stars at the 2026 BET Awards in Los Angeles on Sunday.
The 38-year-old songstress, who has been flaunting her slimmer frame after reaching her weight loss goal, turned heads on the red carpet as she joined other celebrities such as Coco Jones and Jaafar Jackson.
The event took place at the Peacock Theater while Druski took on hosting duties for the first time.
Lizzo wowed wearing a shimmering brown dress that contained sheer material that fell down past her ankles.
The Truth Hurts singer slipped into a pair of closed-toed heels and allowed her voluminous locks to flow down past her shoulders.
The star accessorized the gown with a pair of earrings as well as flashy rings on each of her hands.
Lizzo, 36, showed off her dramatic weight loss in an eye-catching look as she and Teyana Taylor, 35, led stars at the 2026 BET Awards in Los Angeles on Sunday
The songstress turned heads on the red carpet as she joined other celebrities such as Coco Jones and Jaafar Jackson
Lizzo’s makeup was glammed up for the special evening and comprised of a smoky shadow around her eyes and a layer of mascara to her lashes.
A warm blush and highlighter was added to her cheekbones for a radiant glow, while a nude-colored tint was worn on her lips for a final touch.
The music artist showed off her ensemble for the big night as she paused for a brief photo session on the red carpet.
Lizzo was one of the performers during the awards ceremony which ‘honors the individuals who contribute to Black culture as writers, musicians, filmmakers, philanthropists and more,’ per the official website.
Lauryn Hill was honored with the Living Legend Icon Award while Teyana Taylor received the Icon of the Year Award.
And the Ultimate Icon Award went to record executive Sylvia Rhone.
Lizzo herself is no stranger to the awards show and won the BET Award for Best Female R&B/Pop Artist back in 2020.
The Good As Hell hitmaker has garnered five separate nominations over the years at the annual ceremony.
Lizzo wowed wearing a shimmering brown dress that contained sheer material that fell down past her ankles
The star accessorized the gown with a pair of earrings as well as flashy rings on each of her hands
Lizzo’s makeup was glammed up for the special evening and comprised of a smoky shadow around her eyes and a layer of mascara to her lashes
A warm blush and highlighter was added to her cheekbones for a radiant glow, while a nude-colored tint was worn on her lips for a final touch
Lizzo has been candid with her fans about her ‘weight release’ journey which began in 2023.
She previously opened up about the topic during an episode of the On Purpose With Jay Shetty podcast. The songstress explained that she did not want to ‘lose anything’ but instead wanted to ‘win.’
‘I want to be very intentional about the words that come out of my mouth because there’s young people who are watching me and they’re experiencing what I’m putting into the world.
The star added, ‘They’re applying it to their own experience and their own life just like I did when I was a kid.’
Lizzo also got candid about ‘how the media treated people who gained and lost weight’ had an effect on her ‘brain chemistry.’
‘Be careful with your words because it can affect somebody in ways you don’t even know.’
The performer added, ‘Even me releasing the weight has affected people and I take that seriously. I take that responsibility. And because of that I want to transmute it into something that makes people feel comfortable and less afraid of it.’
Other stars made a glamorous appearance at the festivities such as Teyana Taylor who wowed in a strapless burgundy gown.
Lizzo has been candid with her fans about her ‘weight release’ journey which began in 2023
Other stars made a glamorous appearance at the festivities such as Teyana Taylor who wowed in a strapless burgundy gown
The ensemble was made of a full skirt that contained layered fabric and a shimmering piece was added at the front of the bodice
The ensemble was made of a full skirt that contained layered fabric and a shimmering piece was added at the front of the bodice.
A matching headpiece was placed over her long locks and had additional material that flowed down behind her.
Kehlani made a statement in a fitted red dress that clung to her figure. The outfit contained ruched details around the neckline and lower waist for a unique flare.
The singer’s dark hair was parted in the middle and cascaded down her back in light waves.
Kehlani opted for minimal accessories to allow the dress to be the main focal point and added silver rings on each of her hands.
Latto strutted with confidence onto the red carpet in a sheer back gown that had a small train.
The Lottery rapper added a pair of black bottoms underneath while black feathery details draped around her neck.
The performer slipped into a pair of open-toed black heels and pulled back her locks into a sleek bun.
For a finishing touch, Latto added a dazzling silver necklace as well as matching earrings and a bracelet on her right wrist.
A matching headpiece was placed over her long locks and had additional material that flowed down behind her
Kehlani made a statement in a fitted red dress that clung to her figure
The outfit contained ruched details around the neckline and lower waist for a unique flare
Kehlani opted for minimal accessories to allow the dress to be the main focal point and added silver rings on each of her hands
Latto strutted with confidence onto the red carpet in a sheer back gown that had a small train
The Lottery rapper added a pair of black bottoms underneath while black feathery details draped around her neck
For a finishing touch, Latto added a dazzling silver necklace as well as matching earrings and a bracelet on her right wrist
Chloe Bailey dressed for the occasion in a figure-hugging dress that was made of black velvet and shimmering silver material
Chloe Bailey dressed for the occasion in a figure-hugging dress that was made of black velvet and shimmering silver material.
The gown contained a small train that fell behind her and pointed fabric around the neckline for a dramatic addition to the look.
Her hair was styled into elegant waves that nearly brushed the tips of her shoulders.
The Grown-ish actress added a sparkling silver necklace and matching rings to complete the outfit for the event.
Janet Jackson showed off her sense of style wearing a black shirt as well as a white blouse underneath.
The performer additionally opted for loose-fitting dark gray trousers as well as a black leather, corset piece and silver-studded belt.
The star completed the outfit with a black hat that had a netted veil and opted for flashy rings as well as chunky bracelets.
Coco Jones flashed a cheerful smile wearing a red, bandeau top as well as a matching, sheer maxi skirt.
The gown contained a small train that fell behind her and pointed fabric around the neckline for a dramatic addition to the look
Janet Jackson showed off her sense of style wearing a black shirt as well as a white blouse underneath
The performer additionally opted for loose-fitting dark gray trousers as well as a black leather, corset piece and silver-studded belt
Coco Jones flashed a cheerful smile wearing a red, bandeau top as well as a matching, sheer maxi skirt
She slipped into a pair of open-toed, red heels and allowed her brunette locks to cascade down past her shoulders in elegant curls.
The star accessorized the look with dangly gold earrings as well as flashy gold bracelets on her left wrist.
Jones paused for snaps upon arriving to the event and showed off the outfit.
Olandria Carthen turned heads wearing a vibrant yellow dress that had a deep plunging cutout on the front.
A thigh high slit on the left side offered an additional sultry flare and the model opted for gold strappy heels.
Her long dark hair was parted to the side and effortlessly flowed down past her shoulders.
Carthen added shiny gold bracelets to her right wrist while also opting for gold earrings and rings.
She slipped into a pair of open-toed, red heels and allowed her brunette locks to cascade down past her shoulders in elegant curls
Jones paused for snaps upon arriving to the event and showed off the outfit
Olandria Carthen turned heads wearing a vibrant yellow dress that had a deep plunging cutout on the front
A thigh high slit on the left side offered an additional sultry flare and the model opted for gold strappy heels
Carthen added shiny gold bracelets to her right wrist while also opting for gold earrings and rings
Jessica Divine wowed in a bold, red latex dress that had a corset bodice and a skirt that fell into a short train.
The star added a dramatic hat to the side of her head and slipped into black heels with a gold tip.
Tia Mowry put on a leggy display wearing a shimmering gold skirt as well as a matching top that contained silver embellishments around the neckline.
The actress additionally sported strappy heels and accessorized the outfit with flashy bracelets and small earrings.
Muni Long stepped onto the red carpet in an eye-catching, light blue dress that clung to her figure.
The star’s dark locks were styled into a chic updo while her bangs fell down the right side of her face.
Ari Lennox wowed in a sexy look that comprised of a silver, halter-styled dress that had numerous cutouts on the material.
She also slipped into a pair of closed-toed heels while her hair nearly brushed the tips of her shoulders in elegant waves.
Jessica Divine wowed in a bold, red latex dress that had a corset bodice and a skirt that fell into a short train
Tia Mowry put on a leggy display wearing a shimmering gold skirt as well as a matching top that contained silver embellishments around the neckline.
Ari Lennox wowed in a sexy look that comprised of a silver, halter-styled dress that had numerous cutouts on the material
Doechii set pulses racing in a semi-sheer, crochet dress that had large cutouts on the side
Doechii set pulses racing in a semi-sheer, crochet dress that had large cutouts on the side.
The singer also opted for a long necklace and beaded bracelet while her locks were styled into a chic updo.
Ajiona Alexus was fashionable in a strapless black dress that contained a white trim and a thigh-high slit on the front.
She added marching gloves and completed the outfit with a pair of open-toed, black heels.
Meagan Tandy made a statement in a strapless colorful gown with a slit on the left slide and a corset bodice.
Marsai Martin struck a pose wearing a brown dress that had a fitted bodice and semi-sheer ruched skirt.
Skai Jackson arrived to the event wearing a nude-colored blouse with a plunging neckline as well as a tasseled skirt.
Ajiona Alexus was fashionable in a strapless black dress that contained a white trim and a thigh-high slit on the front
Marsai Martin struck a pose wearing a brown dress that had a fitted bodice and semi-sheer ruched skirt
Skai Jackson arrived to the event wearing a nude-colored blouse with a plunging neckline as well as a tasseled skirt
She slipped into a pair of open-toed, gold heels and pulled back her hair into a sleek braid
She slipped into a pair of open-toed, gold heels and pulled back her hair into a sleek braid.
Jhonni Blaze held a big smile on her face in a strapless gold dress that had a semi-sheer corset bodice.
Marquita Goings dressed for the occasion in a nude-colored gown that had dramatic pieces of fabric around the neckline and lower waist.
Keke Palmer flaunted her figure in a sleeveless black dress that had silver-studded details.
The actress turned partially away from the camera to give a glimpse at the backless portion of the ensemble. She opted for black heels as well as flashy silver jewelry for a final touch.
Queen Latifah stunned on the red carpet in a black maxi skirt as well as a billowing black jacket with puffy sleeves.
Erica Campbell flashed a cheerful smile in a strapless dress that contained hues of light brown and black.
Her long locks were parted in the middle and cascaded down her back in natural waves.
Jhonni Blaze held a big smile on her face in a strapless gold dress that had a semi-sheer corset bodice
Keke Palmer flaunted her figure in a sleeveless black dress that had silver-studded details
Queen Latifah stunned on the red carpet in a black maxi skirt as well as a billowing black jacket with puffy sleeves
Erica Campbell flashed a cheerful smile in a strapless dress that contained hues of light brown and black
Angela Hunte donned a black dress with a deep plunging necklace as well as a semi-sheer skirt. The star showed off the tasseled details as she strutted on the red carpet.
Rapsody wore a pair of high-waisted, black trousers as well as a long-sleeved black shirt with white cuffs and stylish details on the front.
Mona Scott-Young turned heads wearing blush-colored, sequin pants as well as a matching top.
The star draped a light pink blazer over her shoulders and carried a shimmering purse in her hand.
Jodie Turner-Smith made a grand arrival to the festivities in a colorful dress as well as black fingerless gloves.
Tems flaunted her curves in a dark brown dress that clung to her figure and had feathery details on the bottom hem for a unique flare.
Karlie Redd was radiant in a hot pink dress that contained tasseled beaded details. The TV personality also slipped into a pair of open-toed, silver heels.
Flau’jae wowed in a halter-styled blue gown that had daring cutouts and a plunging neckline on the front.
Angela Hunte donned a black dress with a deep plunging necklace as well as a semi-sheer skirt. The star showed off the tasseled details as she strutted on the red carpet
Rapsody wore a pair of high-waisted, black trousers as well as a long-sleeved black shirt with white cuffs and stylish details on the front
Jodie Turner-Smith made a grand arrival to the festivities in a colorful dress as well as black fingerless gloves
Tems flaunted her curves in a dark brown dress that clung to her figure and had feathery details on the bottom hem for a unique flare
Karlie Redd was radiant in a hot pink dress that contained tasseled beaded details. The TV personality also slipped into a pair of open-toed, silver heels
Flau’jae wowed in a halter-styled blue gown that had daring cutouts and a plunging neckline on the front
Porsha Williams donned a vibrant green dress with a plunging neckline and material that fell down from her shoulders in a dramatic flare.
Claire Sulmers stunned in a mermaid-inspired dress that was made of colorful scale-like material.
Nia Long was chic in a dark brown, satin dress that was held up with thin straps and decked out the ensemble with gold jewelry.
She hit the red carpet with her Michael co-star Jaafar Jackson as they both attended the event.
Jackson also put on a stylish display in a dark navy blazer with belted details as well as a blue shirt underneath. The actor also sported a pair of dark navy trousers and sleek black loafers.
Porsha Williams donned a vibrant green dress with a plunging neckline and material that fell down from her shoulders in a dramatic flare
Claire Sulmers stunned in a mermaid-inspired dress that was made of colorful scale-like material
Nia Long was chic in a dark brown, satin dress that was held up with thin straps and decked out the ensemble with gold jewelry
She hit the red carpet with her Michael co-star Jaafar Jackson as they both attended the event
Jackson also put on a stylish display in a dark navy blazer with belted details as well as a blue shirt underneath
The actor also sported a pair of dark navy trousers and sleek black loafers
Jackson and Long paused for photos as they reunited on the red carpet at the ceremony over the weekend
Taylor and Turner-Smith were later seen crossing paths and stopped to take a memorable photo together.
Terrell Carter and Le’Andria Johnson showed off their stylish looks as they had a blast on the red carpet.
Palmer and Queen Latifah were seen pausing for a picture alongside Tierra Whack who opted for an oversized coat.
Too Short donned a pair of black jeans as well as a plain black shirt and black velvet blazer.
French Montana was dapper in a classic black suit as well as a black button up and a colorful tie. Jamie Foxx was stylish in a double-breasted, patterned blazer as well as matching trousers.
T.I. was dressed for the occasion in an off-white, plaid suit as well as a matching dress shirt and tie. Both he and Foxx also paused for a lighthearted snap together.
Taylor and Turner-Smith were later seen crossing paths and stopped to take a memorable photo together
Terrell Carter and Le’Andria Johnson showed off their stylish looks as they had a blast on the red carpet
Palmer and Queen Latifah were seen pausing for a picture alongside Tierra Whack who opted for an oversized coat
Sauce Gardner and Brooklyn both opted for fashionable black ensembles as they walked the red carpet
Too Short donned a pair of black jeans as well as a plain black shirt and black velvet blazer
French Montana was dapper in a classic black suit as well as a black button up and a colorful tie
T.I. was dressed for the occasion in an off-white, plaid suit as well as a matching dress shirt and tie
Both he and Foxx also paused for a lighthearted snap together
Luke James opted for a denim that comprised of a jacket and matching jeans. He wore a white shirt underneath and added a black bowtie for a final touch
Eric Benet donned a light pink suit which was paired with a matching waistcoat and blue shirt
Kem was stylish in a vibrant red suit as well as a black shirt and leopard-print loafers
Master P wore a pair of checkered trousers as well as a black shirt and velvet suit jacket
Kevin Gates was dapper in a black tuxedo and also opted for a black waistcoat and white shirt. The star added a black bowtie and stylish shades for a final touch
Luke James opted for a denim that comprised of a jacket and matching jeans. He wore a white shirt underneath and added a black bowtie for a final touch.
Eric Benet donned a light pink suit which was paired with a matching waistcoat and blue shirt.
Kem was stylish in a vibrant red suit as well as a black shirt and leopard-print loafers. Master P wore a pair of checkered trousers as well as a black shirt and velvet suit jacket.
Kevin Gates was dapper in a black tuxedo and also opted for a black waistcoat and white shirt. The star added a black bowtie and stylish shades for a final touch.
Omarion held a big smile as he stepped onto the red carpet in a studded black suit and black bowtie.
Mercy Miller, Master P and Hercy Miller were later seen pausing for a photo together on the red carpet.
KING donned a pair of black leather pants as well as a matching jacket and sported a white tank top underneath.
Trevor Jackson wore a pale blue suit as well as a white shirt and flashed peace signs towards the camera.
Omarion held a big smile as he stepped onto the red carpet in a studded black suit and black bowtie
Mercy Miller, Master P and Hercy Miller were later seen pausing for a photo together on the red carpet
KING donned a pair of black leather pants as well as a matching jacket and sported a white tank top underneath
Trevor Jackson wore a pale blue suit as well as a white shirt and flashed peace signs towards the camera
Jim Jones showed off his edgy side in a belted jacket as well as a white shirt and black trousers
Miles Caton donned a pair of high-waisted black pants as well as a printed white shirt and black tie. A black outer piece wrapped around his shoulders for a final touch
Common wore a black jacket as well as matching pants that had colorful patterns on the material
Baby Keem donned a black suit as well as a white shirt and mustard yellow tie
Swae Lee opted for a pair of dark gray, flared jeans as well as a black shirt as he walked the red carpet
Jim Jones showed off his edgy side in a belted jacket as well as a white shirt and black trousers.
Miles Caton donned a pair of high-waisted black pants as well as a printed white shirt and black tie. A black outer piece wrapped around his shoulders for a final touch.
Common wore a black jacket as well as matching pants that had colorful patterns on the material. Baby Keem donned a black suit as well as a white shirt and mustard yellow tie.
Swae Lee opted for a pair of dark gray, flared jeans as well as a black shirt as he walked the red carpet.
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