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Home · Red Carpet

2010 BET Honors

2010 BET Honors
By · January 16, 2010October 29, 2020
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Soul Brother

After his heartfelt performance of “Fistful of Tears,” Maxwell returns to the stage for an encore.

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“I Didn’t Know My Own Strength”

Honoree, Whitney Houston, was brought to tears after being serenaded by both Kim Burrell and Jennifer Hudson. Ne-Yo presented Houston with her award.

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“So Emotional”

Whitney Houston tears-up as Ne-Yo presents her with a double-platinum plaque for her latest album, “I Look to You.”

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04
Sparkle

Jennifer Hudson performs “I Will Always Love You” in honor of Whitney Houston.

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05
Reach Out And Touch

Whitney Houston reaches up to Jennifer Hudson after her performance of Houston’s classic hit, “I Will Always Love You.”

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06
This is for You

Whitney Houston stands in praise as Kim Burrell serenades her with “I Believe in You and Me.”

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Higher Learning

Brown University President, Dr. Ruth Simmons, accepts her award for her achievements in the field of education.

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Gorgeous

Back for a second time as host, actress Gabrielle Union addresses the audience at BET Honors.

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Distinguished Gentleman

Sean “P. Diddy” Combs addresses the audience as he graciously accepts his award.

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Crowd Pleaser

Take 6 joined Stevie Wonder for a serenade in honor of Dr. Keith Black, who was recognized for his commitment to public service and his work in the field of medicine.

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Coming Together

Stevie Wonder was joined by India.Arie and Trey Songz for a moving performance of “Wake Up, Everybody,” to honor the late Teddy Pendergrass.

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12
Living Legacy

As usual, Patti Labelle brought the crowd to their feet as she sang in honor of Queen Latifah.

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13
Musical Performance

India.Arie played the guitar alongside Eric Lewis, on piano, to celebrate Dr. Ruth Simmons.

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14
Music Man

Stevie Wonder does his magic on the harmonica during his performance at BET Honors.

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15
Friend-to-Friend

Chris Tucker presents an award to his friend, Dr. Keith Black.

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Sisterly Embrace

Queen Latifah is all smiles as Taraji P. Henson presents her with her award.

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17
Change Clothes

Host Gabrielle Union addresses the crowd in one of the nine dresses she chose for the evening.

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18
Hip-Hop Soul Sister

Mary J. Blige had the crowd dancing in the aisles during her performance of “Be Happy,” in honor of Sean “P. Diddy” Combs.

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Beautiful Beverly

Beverly Bond walks the red carpet at BET Honors.

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A Dash of Detail

Actress and author, Victoria Rowell, poses on the red carpet at BET Honors.

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It’s All About the Suit

Ryan Leslie makes his way down the carpet at BET Honors.

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22
Silky Sensation

Taraji P. Henson arrives at BET Honors.

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Sportsman

Washington Redskins wide receiver, Devin Thomas, walks the red carpet at BET Honors.

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Pure Elegance

Honoree, Dr. Ruth Simmons, walks the red carpet at BET Honors.

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25
R & B Prince

Trey Songz arrives at BET Honors.

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Shimmer

Actress Gabrielle Union arrives at BET Honors.

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Arm-in-Arm

Terry Crews and his wife, Rebecca, pose for the cameras at BET Honors.

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Reality Diva

Omarosa arrives at the BET Honors.

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All Together Now

Take 6 arrive at BET Honors.

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Subtle Glamour

India.Arie arrives at BET Honors.

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Political Ties

D.C. Mayor, Adrian Fenty, arrives at BET Honors.

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32
Family Night

Mary J. Blige poses with her family at BET Honors.

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33
Night on the Town

Honoree Dr. Keith Black poses with his wife, Carol Bennett, at BET Honors.

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34
Lovely Ladies

Mary J. Blige poses alongside BET’s Chairman and CEO, Debra Lee, at BET Honors.

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35
Music to My Ears

Steve Johnson poses, with his sax, on the red carpet at BET Honors.

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36
Simple Elegance

Actress Tichina Arnold poses at BET Honors.

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37
Queen of the Night

Honoree, Queen Latifah, was acknowledged for spearheading the Lancelot H. Owens Scholarship Foundation, which was named for her late brother and is dedicated to providing opportunities for students with limited resources to further their education.

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38
Perfect Portrait

As a member of the Board of Directors for the Hip-Hop Summit Action Network, Sean “Diddy” Combs was recognized for his dedication to utilizing hip-hop as a tool to promote education and empowerment among our youth.

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Bight Lights

Andre Harrell walks the red carpet at BET Honors.

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40
Lady in Blue

CeCe Penniston walks the red carpet at BET Honors.

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Mother & Son

Janice Combs walks the red carpet with her son, Sean “Diddy” Combs who was among the night’s honorees.

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42
Suited Up

R&B balladeer, Joe, stops to pose on the red carpet at BET Honors.

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Fire!

Singer/dancer Mya is a vision, in red, at BET Honors.

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Signature Style

Singer/songwriter extraordinaire, Ne-Yo, arrives in style at BET Honors.

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