The 2024 BET Awards aired live from the Peacock Theater in Los Angeles on Sunday, toasting this year’s standout actors, comedians and singers across the culture. It was hosted by Taraji P. Henson for the third time, as the actress balanced trendy outfit changes, sketches in between performances and speeches that touched on the importance of voting in the upcoming election.
Still, there were a few other moments inside the room that viewers didn’t have a chance to see. With The Hollywood Reporter on the ground at the event, here’s a look inside all of the behind-the-scenes moments from the ceremony and carpet that the cameras missed.
Passion for Fashion
Fashion is always a big part of any award show, particularly one that encapsulates Black culture across the African diaspora like the BET Awards. While usually women’s dresses are the talk of the town, this year men gave a refreshing take on their suits.