Ms. Lauryn Hill Receives The ‘Living Legend Icon Award’

The BET Awards celebrated three extraordinary women whose influence has shaped music, entertainment, and culture, honoring Ms. Lauryn Hill, Teyana Taylor, and Sylvia Rhone with the evening’s prestigious Icon Awards.

One of the night’s most unforgettable moments belonged to Ms. Lauryn Hill, who received the Living Legend Icon Award, sponsored by Sprite, in recognition of her groundbreaking artistry, enduring influence, and timeless contributions to music. Presented by Ice Cube, the award honored Hill’s unmatched storytelling, musical brilliance, and lasting cultural impact.

Before accepting the honor, an all-star lineup paid tribute to the legendary performer with a powerful celebration of her career. The star-studded tribute featured performances and appearances from Alexia Jayy, Common, Doechii, Doja Cat, Lizzo, Nas, Queen Latifah, Rapsody, Selah Marley, SZA, Tems, Tierra Whack, The War and Treaty, Zion Marley, and YG Marley.

Closing out the celebration, Ms. Lauryn Hill captivated the audience with electrifying performances of her timeless classics “Ex-Factor” and “Everything Is Everything,” reminding everyone why her music continues to inspire generations and remains one of the most influential catalogs in modern music.