Thinking Lion Celebrates Another Successful BET Awards

Los Angeles, CA. | June 29, 2026

Last night, the entertainment industry came together for another unforgettable edition of the BET Awards 2026, a celebration of music, culture, and outstanding live performances.

Thinking Lion was proud to once again be part of this iconic production, with Marcelo Gama serving as Live Director and the show produced by Jesse Collins Entertainment.

The evening featured unforgettable performances, emotional tributes, and memorable moments, including Teyana Taylor receiving the Icon of the Year Award and Lauryn Hill being honored with the inaugural Living Legend Icon Award, celebrated with a star-studded tribute featuring SZA, Doechii, Nas, Queen Latifah, Doja Cat, Lizzo, and more.

Behind every live broadcast of this scale is a team dedicated to precision, collaboration, and flawless execution. CuePilot was also part of this celebration, providing the precision and real-time synchronization that helped bring the creative vision to life and supported seamless communication throughout the live production.

We are honored to continue contributing to productions that bring together extraordinary talent and connect millions of viewers through the power of live television.

A sincere thank you to Jesse Collins Entertainment, BET, and everyone who helped make another remarkable night possible. We look forward to continuing to create world-class live entertainment together.