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Check out highlights from the 2013 BET Honors.

The Opening Act - Debra Lee opens the show with a heartfelt welcome message.                         (Photo: Kris Connor/Getty Images for BET)

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The Opening Act - Debra Lee opens the show with a heartfelt welcome message.                         (Photo: Kris Connor/Getty Images for BET)

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Wild and Free - If you’re on the fence about rocking a voluminous, picked-out Afro, we’re pretty sure Erykah will help tip the scale in favor. She’s absolutely breathtaking in this look, especially when paired with a bold, berry lip.   (Photo: Kris Connor/Getty Images for BET)

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Erykah Badu's Chaka Tribute - Don't miss Erykah Badu performing Chaka's greatest hits, Monday, February 11, at 9P/8C.                                   (Photo: Kris Connor/Getty Images for BET)

Ms. Kelly - Kelly Rowland presents Chaka Khan with the Award for Musical Excellence.(Photo: Kris Connor/Getty Images for BET)

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Ms. Kelly - Kelly Rowland presents Chaka Khan with the Award for Musical Excellence.(Photo: Kris Connor/Getty Images for BET)

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Ledisi  - Ledisi, a true Chaka Khan disciple, tributes the legend. (Photo: Kris Connor/Getty Images for BET)

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Ledisi  - Ledisi, a true Chaka Khan disciple, tributes the legend. (Photo: Kris Connor/Getty Images for BET)

Chaka Rockin'  - Chaka Khan vibes to Erykah Badu's tribute to her. Watch this and more on Monday, February 11, at 9P/8C.                            (Photo: Paul Morigi/Getty Images for BET)

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Chaka Rockin'  - Chaka Khan vibes to Erykah Badu's tribute to her. Watch this and more on Monday, February 11, at 9P/8C.                            (Photo: Paul Morigi/Getty Images for BET)

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Chaka Khan Accepts Musical Arts Award - You know the name. You know the hair and the smile. But most of all, you know the voice. Chaka Khan is a legend, plain and simple. Throughout her four-decade career, she's established herself as one of the best to ever do it! It only made perfect sense to honor her with the Musical Arts Award.(Photo: Paul Morigi/Getty Images for BET)

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Musical Excellence - Chaka Khan hits a homerun with her acceptance speech, reflecting on her career and encouraging everyone to help each other. (Photo: Kris Connor/Getty Images for BET)

Another Wardrobe Change - Gabrielle Union in another wardrobe change. (Photo: Getty Images for BET)

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Another Wardrobe Change - Gabrielle Union in another wardrobe change. (Photo: Getty Images for BET)

Gabby and Anthony   - Gabrielle Union and Anthony Anderson present Lisa Leslie with the Award for Athletics.(Photo: Kris Connor/Getty Images for BET)

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Gabby and Anthony   - Gabrielle Union and Anthony Anderson present Lisa Leslie with the Award for Athletics.(Photo: Kris Connor/Getty Images for BET)

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Anthony Anderson - Anthony Anderson reflects on Lisa Leslie's first dunk as he presents her with the Award for Athletics.                                        (Photo: Kris Connor/Getty Images for BET)

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Anthony Anderson - Anthony Anderson reflects on Lisa Leslie's first dunk as he presents her with the Award for Athletics.                                        (Photo: Kris Connor/Getty Images for BET)

B-Rocka - Brandy delights BET Honors with a performance of her new single "Without You". Watch on Monday February 11 at 9P/8C.                                                    (Photo: Kris Connor/Getty Images for BET)

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B-Rocka - Brandy delights BET Honors with a performance of her new single "Without You". Watch on Monday February 11 at 9P/8C.                                                    (Photo: Kris Connor/Getty Images for BET)

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Lisa Leslie Accepts Athletics Award  - Lisa Leslie represents #BlackGirlMagic as a WNBA champ and Olympic gold medalist! During the 2013 BET Honors, she was recognized with the Athletics Award.(Photo: Kris Connor/Getty Images for BET)

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The Champ Is Here! - Lisa Leslie accepts the Award for Athletics, where she dished on how far hard work has brought her and explained: "There's no true secret to success other than working hard toward what you want."(Photo: Kris Connor/Getty Images for BET)

Cuttin' a Rug - Gabrielle Union opens the show with some mean choreography. Watch her work on Monday, February 11, at 9P/8C.               (Photo: Kris Connor/Getty Images for BET)

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Cuttin' a Rug - Gabrielle Union opens the show with some mean choreography. Watch her work on Monday, February 11, at 9P/8C.               (Photo: Kris Connor/Getty Images for BET)

Gabby and Ced - Gabrielle calls Ced out. Find out what happens on Monday, February 11, at 9P/8C.                                                                  (Photo: Getty Images for BET)

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Gabby and Ced - Gabrielle calls Ced out. Find out what happens on Monday, February 11, at 9P/8C.                                                                  (Photo: Getty Images for BET)

Kem's Salute - Kem performs one of T.D. Jakes' favorite songs, "Can't Hide Love."(Photo: Getty Images for BET)

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Kem's Salute - Kem performs one of T.D. Jakes' favorite songs, "Can't Hide Love."(Photo: Getty Images for BET)

BET Honors Salutes T.D. Jakes  - Cedric the Entertainer presents T.D. Jakes with the Award for Education.(Photo: Getty Images for BET)

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BET Honors Salutes T.D. Jakes  - Cedric the Entertainer presents T.D. Jakes with the Award for Education.(Photo: Getty Images for BET)

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Faithful  - T.D. Jakes accepts the Award for Education.(Photo: Kris Connor/Getty Images for BET)

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Faithful  - T.D. Jakes accepts the Award for Education.(Photo: Kris Connor/Getty Images for BET)

Stokley Williams - Stokley Williams reps for Mint Condition, and soul music, at this year's show. (Photo: Kris Connor/Getty Images for BET)

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Mint Condition  - Mint Condition salutes Clarence Avant. (Photo: Getty Images for BET)

Presenters and Performers  - Jimmy Jam and Terry Lewis present Clarence Avant's award before they take the stage to tribute him.(Photo: Getty Images for BET)

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Presenters and Performers  - Jimmy Jam and Terry Lewis present Clarence Avant's award before they take the stage to tribute him.(Photo: Getty Images for BET)

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Clarence Avant Accepts Entrepreneur Award -  Known as the Godfather of Black music, Clarence Avant is a  mogul and visionary. He received the Entrepreneur Award during the 2013 BET Honors.  (Photo: GettyImages for BET)

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The Godfather  - Clarence Avant accepts the Entrepreneur Award.(Photo: GettyImages for BET)

Must See Tribute  - Don't miss Wayne Brady's tribute to all of the honorees. Watch on Monday, February 11, at 9P/8C.(Photo: Kris Connor/Getty Images for BET)

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Must See Tribute  - Don't miss Wayne Brady's tribute to all of the honorees. Watch on Monday, February 11, at 9P/8C.(Photo: Kris Connor/Getty Images for BET)

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Outstanding! - Wayne Brady remixes The Gap Band's "Outstanding" to salute each honoree. It's a must see! Watch on Monday, February 11, at 9P/8C.(Photo: Getty Images for BET)

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Outstanding! - Wayne Brady remixes The Gap Band's "Outstanding" to salute each honoree. It's a must see! Watch on Monday, February 11, at 9P/8C.(Photo: Getty Images for BET)

BET Honors 2013 - What an honor! Wayne Brady was present at BET Honors, delighting everyone with his trademark humor. (Photo: Kris Connor/Getty Images for BET)

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Harpin'  - Wayne Brady flexes his musician chops while doing a solo on the harp.(Photo: Kris Connor/Getty Images for BET)

The Ultimate Presenter  - Phylicia Rashad presents Halle Berry with the Award for Service. (Photo: Getty Images for BET)

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The Ultimate Presenter  - Phylicia Rashad presents Halle Berry with the Award for Service. (Photo: Getty Images for BET)

Alicia's Salute - Alicia Keys honors Halle Berry with a performance of her new single "Brand New Me."(Photo: Paul Morigi/Getty Images for BET)

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Alicia's Salute - Alicia Keys honors Halle Berry with a performance of her new single "Brand New Me."(Photo: Paul Morigi/Getty Images for BET)

Warm Embrace - Halle Berry and Phylicia Rashad embrace each other as Halle accepts the Award for Service. (Photo: Getty Images for BET)

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Warm Embrace - Halle Berry and Phylicia Rashad embrace each other as Halle accepts the Award for Service. (Photo: Getty Images for BET)

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The Help - Halle Berry acceptance speech for the Award For Service. Watch on Monday, February 11, at 9P/8C.              (Photo: Kris Connor/Getty Images for BET)

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The Help - Halle Berry acceptance speech for the Award For Service. Watch on Monday, February 11, at 9P/8C.              (Photo: Kris Connor/Getty Images for BET)

Halle Berry accepting her humanitarian award at BET Honors:  - “By you honoring the work that we’re doing at the Jennesse Center maybe it will encourage others to stand up and be strong and face the reality of what’s happening to them.”   (Photo: Kris Connor/Getty Images for BET)

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Letter to Halle  - Halle Berry reads a letter from a little girl in Jennnese Center, where she volunteers. (Photo: Kris Connor/Getty Images for BET)

Rockin' the House - The SOS Band tears down the house.(Photo: Getty Images for BET)

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Rockin' the House - The SOS Band tears down the house.(Photo: Getty Images for BET)

Wayne Brady  - Wayne Brady enjoys BET Honors.     (Photo: Getty Images for BET)

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Wayne Brady  - Wayne Brady enjoys BET Honors.     (Photo: Getty Images for BET)

The 2013 BET Honorees - Lisa Leslie, T.D. Jakes, Halle Berry, Clarence Avant and Chaka Khan.                                                          (Photo: Getty Images for BET)

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The 2013 BET Honorees - Lisa Leslie, T.D. Jakes, Halle Berry, Clarence Avant and Chaka Khan.                                                          (Photo: Getty Images for BET)

The Legends! - Watch the 2013 BET Honors, Monday, February 11, at 9P/8C.(Photo: Getty Images for BET)

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The Legends! - Watch the 2013 BET Honors, Monday, February 11, at 9P/8C.(Photo: Getty Images for BET)