BET Awards 2013 Honoree Charlie Wilson

Uncle Charlie is the honoree at BET Awards 2013!

Charlie, Last Name Wilson - In 2005, Uncle Charlie released his third solo LP, Charlie, Last Name Wilson. Pulling out all the stops and collaborating with younger artists like R. Kelly, Snoop Dogg, T-Pain, Justin Timberlake and others proved to be a power move for the legendary crooner as the album went on to reach gold-selling status.   (Photo: Jive Records)
Charlie Wilson - Many forget that Uncle Charlie was once the lead vocalist for the Gap Band. Here he accepts the ICON award in 2009.  (Photo: Rick Diamond/Getty Images)
Kanye West Catches Charlie Wilson Fever - Known for his acute attention to detail Kanye West recruited the former Gap Band lead singer for his 2010 masterpiece My Beautiful Dark Twisted Fantasy. The R&B crooner appeared on a handful of the album's tracks including "Lost InThe World" with Bon Iver, and "See Me Now" with Beyonce and Big Sean. (Photos from left: Andreas Rentz/Getty Images, Monica Morgan/WireImage)
Grammy Night - Well after dropping the bomb on us and branching off as a solo artist, Charlie Wilson has managed to rack up six Grammy nominations over the course of his illustrious career.  (Photo: Jason Merritt/Getty Images)2 Trainz - Recording artists Charlie Wilson (L) and 2 Chainz perform during the Soul Train Awards 2012 at PH Live at Planet Hollywood Resort & Casino on November 8, 2012, in Las Vegas. (Photo: Isaac Brekken/Getty Images for Centric)

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Soulful ICON - Even in 2009, Wilson was recognized for his awe-inspiring talents. The Soul Train Awards bestowed the ICON award to the singer, shining a much coveted light on the superstar. (Photo: Rick Diamond/Getty Images)

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