Inaugural Balls

Get photos from the Inaugural Balls.

Obamas Make Their Entrance - The Obamas let their hair down at a series of inaugural balls Tuesday night. When President Obama and First lady Michelle Obama walked into the Youth Ball at the Hilton Washington on Tuesday, Jan. 20, the crowd went bonkers. (Photo by Tracy Stokes)

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Obamas Make Their Entrance - The Obamas let their hair down at a series of inaugural balls Tuesday night. When President Obama and First lady Michelle Obama walked into the Youth Ball at the Hilton Washington on Tuesday, Jan. 20, the crowd went bonkers. (Photo by Tracy Stokes)

Obama Speaks to the Crowd - "I've been looking forward to this ball for quite some time because, when you look at the history of this campaign, what started out as an improbable journey when nobody gave us a chance was carried forward, was inspired by, was energized by young people all across America," he told the room, as supporters shouted, "Yes, we can!" (Photo by Tracy Stokes)

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Obama Speaks to the Crowd - "I've been looking forward to this ball for quite some time because, when you look at the history of this campaign, what started out as an improbable journey when nobody gave us a chance was carried forward, was inspired by, was energized by young people all across America," he told the room, as supporters shouted, "Yes, we can!" (Photo by Tracy Stokes)

'At Last' - The first couple then danced to an instrumental version of "At Last," while laughing and joking.  At the end, Obama kissed his wife on the cheek before proclaiming, "That's what's called 'old school.' Have a great night, guys. Love you." (Photo by Tracy Stokes)

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'At Last' - The first couple then danced to an instrumental version of "At Last," while laughing and joking. At the end, Obama kissed his wife on the cheek before proclaiming, "That's what's called 'old school.' Have a great night, guys. Love you." (Photo by Tracy Stokes)

Kanye Takes the Stage - When Kanye West took the stage, the crowd ran like someone had yelled "fire!" His performance was hott. West performed a medley of his biggest hits — including "Stronger," "Good Life" and "Touch the Sky" — a couple ballroom-danced throughout the entire set. (Photo by Tracy Stokes)

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Kanye Takes the Stage - When Kanye West took the stage, the crowd ran like someone had yelled "fire!" His performance was hott. West performed a medley of his biggest hits — including "Stronger," "Good Life" and "Touch the Sky" — a couple ballroom-danced throughout the entire set. (Photo by Tracy Stokes)

Bill Bellamy Arrives - Bill Bellamy and his wife, KM Bellamy, took a moment to pose for our camera.  (Photo by Tracy Stokes)

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Bill Bellamy Arrives - Bill Bellamy and his wife, KM Bellamy, took a moment to pose for our camera. (Photo by Tracy Stokes)

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Kanye Rehearsing - Our camera actually caught a glimpse of Kanye rehearsing before Tuesday night's ball. (Photo By Tracy Stokes)

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Kanye Rehearsing - Our camera actually caught a glimpse of Kanye rehearsing before Tuesday night's ball. (Photo By Tracy Stokes)

Usher Arrives - When Usher arrived, he took a moment to go into the dance archives and started cabbage-patching to Bell Biv DeVoe's "Poison." Our camera spotted him givin' a little swagger. (Photo by Tracy Stokes)

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Usher Arrives - When Usher arrived, he took a moment to go into the dance archives and started cabbage-patching to Bell Biv DeVoe's "Poison." Our camera spotted him givin' a little swagger. (Photo by Tracy Stokes)

Kid Rock Rocks - Kid Rock rocked the crowd with the song "Sweet Home Alabama." (Photo by Tracy Stokes)

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Kid Rock Rocks - Kid Rock rocked the crowd with the song "Sweet Home Alabama." (Photo by Tracy Stokes)

Fonzworth Bentley, Faune Chambers and Others - Fonzworth Bentley, actress Faune Chambers, Fozworth's brother, Dion Watkins, and David Howard took a moment to show off their high-style fashion at the Youth ball. (Photo by Tracy Stokes)

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Fonzworth Bentley, Faune Chambers and Others - Fonzworth Bentley, actress Faune Chambers, Fozworth's brother, Dion Watkins, and David Howard took a moment to show off their high-style fashion at the Youth ball. (Photo by Tracy Stokes)

Lil JJ - Actor/comedian Lil JJ took a moment to pose with a fan at the Youth ball. (Photo by Tracy Stokes)

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Lil JJ - Actor/comedian Lil JJ took a moment to pose with a fan at the Youth ball. (Photo by Tracy Stokes)

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Wyclef on Stage - Our camera headed over to our own ball, after leaving the Youth ball.  When we arrived, Wyclef had the crowd jumpin'.  (Photo by Tracy Stokes)

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Wyclef on Stage - Our camera headed over to our own ball, after leaving the Youth ball. When we arrived, Wyclef had the crowd jumpin'. (Photo by Tracy Stokes)

Donnie Simpson and Family - Radio personality Donnie Simpson was in the house with his wife and daughter. (Photo by Tracy Stokes)

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Donnie Simpson and Family - Radio personality Donnie Simpson was in the house with his wife and daughter. (Photo by Tracy Stokes)

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BET's Sharon Carpenter - BET personality Sharon Carpenter was a straight-up diva in her evening gown. (Photo by Tracy Stokes)

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BET's Sharon Carpenter - BET personality Sharon Carpenter was a straight-up diva in her evening gown. (Photo by Tracy Stokes)

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Susan L. Taylor - Susan L. Taylor, the longtime editor and driving force behind "ESSENCE" magazine and author Terry McMillan pose for our camera.  (Photo by Tracy Stokes)

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Susan L. Taylor - Susan L. Taylor, the longtime editor and driving force behind "ESSENCE" magazine and author Terry McMillan pose for our camera. (Photo by Tracy Stokes)

Dr. Michael Eric Dyson - Author Dr. Michael Eric Dyson was also in the house.  (Photo by Tracy Stokes)

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Dr. Michael Eric Dyson - Author Dr. Michael Eric Dyson was also in the house. (Photo by Tracy Stokes)

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Jordin Sparks - Singer Jordan Sparks sees "Access Hollywood" co-anchor Shaun Robinson and speaks.  (Photo by Tracy Stokes)

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Jordin Sparks - Singer Jordan Sparks sees "Access Hollywood" co-anchor Shaun Robinson and speaks. (Photo by Tracy Stokes)

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Shaun Robinson of Access Hollywood - Robinson shows off her high-fashion style for our camera. You bedda work! (Photo by Tracy Stokes)

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Shaun Robinson of Access Hollywood - Robinson shows off her high-fashion style for our camera. You bedda work! (Photo by Tracy Stokes)

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Kirk Franklin With Wife Tammy - Gospel singer Kirk Franklin and his wife, Tammy, took part in BET's Inaugural celebration.  (Photo by Tracy Stokes)

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Kirk Franklin With Wife Tammy - Gospel singer Kirk Franklin and his wife, Tammy, took part in BET's Inaugural celebration. (Photo by Tracy Stokes)

More Arrivals - Celebrity fashion stylist Philip Bloch along with Sonja Sohn, who played Detective Shakima "Kima" Greggs on the HBO series "The Wire" and Rolonda Watts, actress and current announcer of the courtroom show "Judge Joe Brown."  (Photo by Tracy Stokes)

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More Arrivals - Celebrity fashion stylist Philip Bloch along with Sonja Sohn, who played Detective Shakima "Kima" Greggs on the HBO series "The Wire" and Rolonda Watts, actress and current announcer of the courtroom show "Judge Joe Brown." (Photo by Tracy Stokes)

Debra Lee and Kenneth Marks - BET chairman and CEO Debra Lee and Kenneth H. Marks, Jr. pose for our camera.  (Photo by Tracy Stokes)

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Debra Lee and Kenneth Marks - BET chairman and CEO Debra Lee and Kenneth H. Marks, Jr. pose for our camera. (Photo by Tracy Stokes)

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Sheryl Lee Ralph and Vincent J. Hughes - Actress and singer Sheryl Lee Ralph and husband, Pennsylvania State Sen. Vincent J. Hughes pose for our camera before leaving the party.  (Photo by Tracy Stokes)

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Sheryl Lee Ralph and Vincent J. Hughes - Actress and singer Sheryl Lee Ralph and husband, Pennsylvania State Sen. Vincent J. Hughes pose for our camera before leaving the party. (Photo by Tracy Stokes)

Kenya Moore - Someone or something catches the attention of actress, model, author and former Miss USA Kenya Moore.  (Photo by Tracy Stokes)

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Kenya Moore - Someone or something catches the attention of actress, model, author and former Miss USA Kenya Moore. (Photo by Tracy Stokes)

Eric Benet - We also spotted singer Eric Benet at the inauguration ball.  (Photo by Tracy Stokes)

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Eric Benet - We also spotted singer Eric Benet at the inauguration ball. (Photo by Tracy Stokes)

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