Keke Palmer joined BET's board of advisors on Tuesday, adding her voice to a group that includes Bob Johnson, Queen Latifah and LL Cool J.
BET president Louis Carr announced the appointment, praising Palmer for her understanding of audiences and her commitment to opening doors for others. Palmer described the role as meaningful given her long history with the network, which includes hosting the talk show Just Keke in 2014.
The board was formed earlier this month to guide BET's strategic direction. Carr said the advisors bring influence and integrity to help the network serve its community while preparing for future growth.
The appointment comes ahead of the 2026 BET Awards, scheduled for Sunday in Los Angeles. Performances by Kehlani, Cardi B and Doechii are expected, with honors for Lauryn Hill, Teyana Taylor and Sylvia Rhone.
