11 Memorable Moments at the 2011 BET Awards
Another year, another unforgettable show.
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Kelly Rowland’s "Motivation" Performance - Kelly Rowland has been the talk of the town since her 2011 BET Awards performance of “Motivation.” Dressed in all black, the former Destiny’s Child member bumped and grinded to one of the hottest tracks in R&B. Showing off her vocal prowess, Kelly took her performance to another level when she was joined by Trey Songz. The two singers had an obvious chemistry.(Photo by Phil McCarten/PictureGroup)
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DJ Khaled, Rick Ross, Drake, Lil Wayne - One of the evening’s most visible performers, DJ Khaled, brought together some of hip hop’s finest for one of the evening’s most memorable collaborations. Rick Ross, Drake and Lil Wayne all dropped verses from the soon-to-be hip hop anthem “I’m On One.”(Photo by Phil McCarten/PictureGroup)
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Look At Chris Brown Now - As always, Chris Brown’s high-energy stage presence showed the audience why he was this year’s Best Male R&B artist. Performing “Look At Me Now,” CB worked the stage with his usual dance acrobatics. And with a little help from Busta Rhymes and his usual tongue twisting flow, Chris Brown once again gave BET one of its most memorable moments.(Photo by Vince Bucci/PictureGroup)
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Wiz Khalifa and Chocolate Droppa - Introduced by Wiz Khalifa, Chocolate Droppa, Kevin Hart’s alter ego, delivered six bars of hilarity. While Khalifa towered over Chocolate Droppa, the vertically challenged “rapper” kicked a few ridiculous lines, clowning some of the not-so-talented artists in hip hop.(Photo by Kevin Winter/Getty Images)
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In this hilarious skit, 2011 BET Awards host Kevin Hart teamed up with past and present “Hollywood Husbands,” which included Jermaine Dupri, Nelly, Nick Cannon and Bobby Brown. Mocking the “Real Housewives Of…” reality TV series, the guys had the audience bursting out into laughter. Wouldn't we all like to see this show become a reality?
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Alicia Keys, Bruno Mars, Rick Ross - The incredible Alicia Keys brought out both Bruno Mars and Rick Ross for her set. Beginning on top of her piano, Alicia played conductor, backed by an orchestra. She proceeded to deliver a medley of songs to help celebrate the Awards and the 10th anniversary of her debut album, Songs In A Minor.(Photo by Phil McCarten/PictureGroup)
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A Lifetime of Achievement - The honoree of the 2011 Lifetime Achievement Award Patti LaBelle gracefully thanked all of the performers who were part of her tribute during her acceptance speech. The living legend thanked her fans and her very close team, which includes her son, as well as Gladys Knight, who presented her with the Award.(Photo by Vince Bucci/PictureGroup)
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Beyoncé Live From The U.K. - Only Beyoncé can turn up the 2011 BET Awards stage all the way from overseas. As the first African-American female to headline the Glastonbury festival, Beyoncé appeared via satellite to perform two songs from her new album, “Best I Never Had” and “The End Of Time.” With her groundbreaking choreography, Beyoncé delivered yet another show-stopping performance.(Photo by Phil McCarten/PictureGroup)
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Never Forget Cee Lo - Leave it to Cee Lo Green to take a tribute to Patti LaBelle to a whole other level. Mr. Green appeared on stage dressed in full Patti LaBelle attire, hair and all. Singing “Somebody Loves You Baby,” Cee Lo didn’t miss a note, even when he had to touch up his wig with hair spray.(Photo by Phil McCarten/PictureGroup)
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And The Winner Is … What A Surprise! - Winning the 2011 BET Award for Best Female Hip Hop Artist, Nicki took the stage with her Young Money crew, including Lil Wayne and Drake and proceeded to deliver her acceptance speech. “I can’t believe I won” were her first words, which were immediately interpreted by the audience to be sarcastic. Nicki later corrected herself saying that wasn’t how she meant it.(Photo by Phil McCarten/PictureGroup)
