Jaafar Jackson and Nia Long present the first award at the 2026 BET Awards and received a resounding round of applause.
The Michael stars acknowledged the film’s success, sharing a few words with everyone who made it happen.
“We’re so grateful for the love you all showed to our movie,” Jackson said on stage at the Peacock Theater. “You guys have the theaters packed. We’re truly so humbled. Your support means the world to the Jackson family.”
Long was next and said, “Portraying Katherine Jackson reminded me that grace is quiet and still, and tonight we honor that. Jaafar, it
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