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Host: Steve Harvey - Veteran comedian Steve Harvey returns for his 12th year to host BET's Celebration of Gospel, which airs Sunday, April 1 at 8P/7C. Check out this year's amazing lineup.(Photo: Phil McCarten/PictureGroup)

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Performer: Kirk Franklin - There's only one Kirk Franklin and he'll show us why in what is destined to be a special performance! (Photo: Goodloe/PictureGroup)

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Performer: Faith Evans - Faith Evans will go back to her gospel roots on what we know will be another memorable Celebration of Gospel performance!(Photo: fafotos/ep/PictureGroup)

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Performer: Yolanda Adams - The gospel star and newest Sunday Best judge will return to Celebration of Gospel in a very special performance.(Photo by Phil McCarten/PictureGroup)

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Performer: Ledisi - R&B powerhouse Ledisi returns to the Celebration of Gospel stage this year and she never disappoints!(Photo by Jemal Countess/Getty Images for VH1)

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Performer: Marvin Sapp - Currently one of the most recognized voices in gospel music, we can't wait for Marvin Sapp's much anticipated return to the Celebration of Gospel stage. (Photo: Rick Diamond/Getty Images for BMI)

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Performer: Kelly Price - No stranger to Celebration of Gospel or gospel music, the R&B powerhouse will no doubt bring her special gift to this year's show. (Photo: Kevin Winter/Getty Images)

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Performer: Mali Music - BET Music Matters' first gospel artist Mali Music will make his Celebration of Gospel debut by bringing his unique style and vibe to the stage! (Photo: John Ricard/BET)

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Performer: Ricky Dillard & New G - Ricky Dillard, also known as "The Choirmaster," and his world reknowned choir New G are sure to set the Celebration of Gospel stage on fire with their high energy and soaring vibrato and bravado!(Photo: Rick Diamond/Getty Images for Stellar Awards)

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Performer: Fred Hammond - A Celebration of Gospel vet, Fred Hammond's doing new things musically and we can't wait to see what he brings to this year's show.(Photo: Frank Micelotta/PictureGroup)

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Performer: James Fortune & FIYA - The chart-topping ensemble is quickly becoming a Celebration of Gospel mainstay and this year will bring a special performance like you've never heard! (Photo: Rick Diamond/Getty Images for Stellar Awards)

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Performer: Zacardi Cortez - With a distinctive voice and vocal style that always leaves audiences on their feet, Zacardi Cortez will definitely make his presence known on this year's Celebration of Gospel.(Photo: Rick Diamond/Getty Images for Stellar Awards)

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Performer: Isaac Carree - Having been a featured vocalist with John P. Kee, Kirk Franklin and a group member of Men of Standard, Isaac Carree is stepping out front as a solo artist in what will be his first solo Celebration of Gospel performance. (Photo: Rick Diamond/Getty Images Stellar Awards)

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Performer: The Rance Allen Group - A Celebration of Gospel favorite, the Rance Allen Group are sure to steal the show once again.(Photo: Moses Robinson/Getty Images for Stellar Awards)

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Performer: Le'Andria Johnson - Sunday Best Season 3 and Grammy winner Le'Andria Johnson will undoubtedly leave the Celebration of Gospel stage on fire! (Photo: Suzi Altman/BET)

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Performer: Jessica Reedy - Sunday Best Season 2 runner-up Jessica Reedy is still winning as she performs music from her debut CD From the Heart on Celebration of Gospel 2012.(Photo: Rick Diamond/Getty Images for Stellar Awards)

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Performer: Earnest Pugh - Fresh off of his first Celebration of Gospel performance on last year's show, Earnest Pugh is back to deliver a song like only he can. (Photo: Rick Diamond/Getty Images for BMI)

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Performer: Maurette Brown Clark - No stranger to the gospel music industry, Maurette Brown Clark makes her first ever Celebration of Gospel appearance with her unique brand of praise and worship-themed gospel. (Photo: Maurettebrownclark.com)

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Spoken Word: Wendy Raquel Robinson - We'll get to see The Game co-star in another way as she deliver's a moving spoken word piece on this year's Celebration of Gospel.(Photo: John Ricard/BET)

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Spoken Word: Dr. Bobby Jones - Celebration of Gospel wouldn't be complete without the ambassador of gospel music and host of Bobby Jones Gospel. (Photo: Rick Diamond/Getty Images)

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Performer: Jenniffer Holliday - The Tony Award-winning actress and performer is sure to bring a belting performance like only she can to this year's Celebration of Gospel.(Photo: Larry Busacca/Getty Images for Macy's)

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Performer: Johnny Gill - Known for his soulful and gospel-styled vocals, the New Edition front man will bring those chops to the Celebration of Gospel 2012 stage. (Photo: Rick Diamond/Getty Images)

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Performer: Amber Riley - After watching her show-stopping performances on the FOX hit series Glee, we're excited to see vocal powerhouse Amber Riley get to let loose on this year's Celebration Of Gospel.(Photo: Jason Merritt/Getty Images)

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Performer: Moses Tyson, Jr. - You can't have gospel music without strong chords from a church organ. Organ virtuoso Moses Tyson, Jr. is set to bring a unique sound to this year's show! (Photo: Ty-Mo Gospel Music)