Aretha Franklin was inducted into the Apollo Legends Hall of Fame at the 2010 Apollo Theater Spring Benefit Concert last night. After accepting her award, she broke out into an impromptu performance.
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Leslie Uggams performs at the 2010 Apollo Theater Spring Benefit Concert & Awards Ceremony.
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Spanish Harlem
Jamie Foxx presents the Ruby Dee & Ossie Davis Arts and Humanitarian Award to Jennifer Lopez and Marc Anthony.
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His & Her Award
Jennifer Lopez and Marc Anthony accept the Ruby Dee & Ossie Davis Arts and Humanitarian Award for their work with children in need.
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Black Keys
Marsha Ambrosius of Floetry took the legendary stage at the Apollo.
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Paying Tribute to the Queen
Danny Glover and Jamie Foxx introduce the Queen of Soul Aretha Franklin.
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Marc Anthony and Jamie Foxx onstage at the Apollo Theater.
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All Night Long
Estelle sung a few of Aretha Franklin’s greatest hits.
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In the Limelight
Showtime at the Apollo amateur night winner Clark King performs at the 2010 Apollo Theater Spring Benefit.
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Rock Steady
Sharon Jones tore up the stage singing Aretha Franklin classics.
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Jennifer Lopez and singer Marc Anthony accept the Ruby Dee & Ossie Davis Arts and Humanitarian Award during the 2010 Apollo Theater Spring Benefit Concert & Awards Ceremony at The Apollo Theater on June 14, 2010 in New York City.
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Evening of Legends
Chris Tucker and Ruby Dee pose for a picture at the event’s after-party.
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Fresh Look
Gayle King poses for a photo on the red carpet at the 2010 Apollo Theater Spring Benefit Concert & Awards Ceremony at The Apollo Theater on June 14, 2010 in New York City.
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Spring Flowers
Angela Bassett wears a lovely yellow floral dress on the red carpet of the Apollo’s 2010 Spring Benefit Concert.