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Billboard Women in Music 2026 Highlights HUNTR/X and Teyana Taylor's Standout Moment

The show signaled the breadth of women's influence across global pop through cross-genre honors and high-visibility performances.

Overview

  • The Billboard Women in Music Awards, held Wednesday at the Hollywood Palladium in Los Angeles, named HUNTR/X Women of the Year and recognized Teyana Taylor and Zara Larsson with the Visionary and Breakthrough honors.
  • After a teleprompter error cut her earlier remarks, Taylor returned at the end to deliver her planned speech and the line, “Never underestimate a woman with a vision.”
  • HUNTR/X performed their hit Golden during the program, reflecting the event’s embrace of the K-pop trio behind KPop Demon Hunters.
  • Additional honors noted in coverage included Laufey as Innovator, Kehlani with the Impact Award, and BINI with the Global Force Award, with Elizabeth Matthews and The Beaches also recognized.
  • Red-carpet fashion drew heavy attention, with standout looks by Monse, Versace, and Ashi Studio underscoring the event’s role as a style showcase as well as an industry celebration.