Taraji P. Henson’s BET Awards Hosting Gig Goes Hilariously Wrong

Taraji P. Henson’s hosting stint at the 2024 BET Awards turned into a series of cringe-worthy blunders, leaving viewers in second-hand embarrassment.

The Oscar-nominated actress mispronounced Halle Bailey’s name, calling her “Hailey,” and awkwardly congratulated her for “making another baby out of black love,” while Bailey remained silent and politely smiled.

In another embarrassing moment, she confused food critic and mixed martial artist Keith Lee with YouTuber Jordan Howlett. Taraji flirted with Lee, openly grabbing his hand and joking she was a “10.9 out of 10,” only to be corrected by Lee in front of his wife.

Fans took to social media, expressing their dismay and hoping this would be her last year hosting. One user wrote, “Taraji gworl did you really not know who Keith Lee is?” Despite the blunders, Taraji’s energy and enthusiasm were undeniable.