Teyana Taylor was in tears as she accepted the ‘Icon Of The Yr’ honor on the 2026 BET Awards from Janet Jackson. Teyana, a proud Janet fan, couldn’t consider her idol was presenting her with the achievement. Wearing a backless cobalt blue gown, she ran to the stage to embrace Janet, who appeared fab in a silky du-ray below her fedora and a t-shirt that stated 2pac. “Oh my God. B*tch, I’m gagging,” Teyana stated in disbelief.
Throughout Janet’s introduction, she praised Teyana for being an innovator and trendsetter. And when Teyana received the chance she gave her the love proper again. “Everyone who is aware of me understand how I really feel about you, the truth that you even took up the time to be right here to have a good time with me, that is loopy. I really like you a lot. Like, you don’t even perceive,” she stated.
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Throughout her acceptance speech, Teyana additionally thanks God, her momager, and her daughters. She inspired girls to pay it ahead whereas additionally saluting herself for the numerous hats she wears.
“I’m not accepting what I’ve earned with vanity; I’m accepting what I’ve earned with gratitude. And this 12 months alone, I proceed to present the world the artist, actress, director, choreographer, artistic director, stylist, designer, author, producer and chef!” shares the Golden Globe winner.
Carrying the joke over from award season, she addressed her daughters, Junie and Rue. “Mommy loves you so, a lot. I really like you, and also you higher be watching me and off them goddamn telephones, per typical.”
Congrats to Teyana Taylor for all her success this 12 months.
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