3 Epic Moments from the 2026 iHeartRadio Music Awards We Can’t Stop Watching
By The DivaGals | March 27, 2026 | Celebrity & Culture
The iHeartRadio Music Awards always bring the heat, and this year, the women truly took over the stage. We Divas are still reeling from the sheer vocal power, iconic choreography, and undeniable presence these artists delivered. From legendary hip-hop and R&B trailblazers proving their crowns don’t slip, to the current class of vocal powerhouses commanding the room, it was a night of unforgettable performances.
Here are the three moments that absolutely stole the show.
Legends Only! Salt-N-Pepa, TLC & En Vogue Shut It All the Way Down
This wasn’t just a performance—it was a full-on moment powered by Black girl magic. En Vogue opened this iconic triple-threat pairing with Salt-N-Pepa and TLC to give an unforgettable performance of hits from their catalogues. From “Push It” to “No Scrubs” to “Free Your Mind,” every beat felt like a reminder: the blueprint still stands. Vocals, choreography, attitude—it was legacy in motion —decked out in black and gold. Yeah, the crowd knew they were witnessing greatness.
Raye Proved She’s That Girl—Period
Singing “Where Is My Husband,” Raye commanded with a voice that swings effortlessly between raw vulnerability and powerhouse control. There’s a lived-in honesty to her delivery that cuts through the noise, and in a night full of spectacle, she stood out by simply being undeniable. If there were any lingering questions about her star power, consider them answered: She turned out that iHeart stage with something intimate and cinematic.
Kehlani Gave Us Soul and Sensuality
There’s always an intimacy to Kehlani’s performances, like she’s letting you in on something personal—and this was no exception. With “Folded”, she brought her Tsunami Mob fans the kind of performance that lingers. Vocally rich and emotionally grounded, she blended fluid choreography with that signature softness-meets-strength energy she’s known for. Effortless, expressive, and deeply felt, Kehlani reminded everyone why she remains one of R&B’s most compelling performers.
Photo credit: Skyler Barberi0 for iHeartRadio
