Photos: BET Awards 2015: Best red carpet looks and top show moments

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Nicki Minaj struck a fierce pose on the red carpet in a figure-hugging zippered black dress that showed off her famous curves. The singer was nominated for a whopping six awards, and took home the coveted Best Female Hip-Hop Artist Award and the Coca-Cola Viewers' Choice Award.
Frederick M. Brown/Getty Images Nicki Minaj struck a fierce pose on the red carpet in a figure-hugging zippered black dress that showed off her famous curves. The singer was nominated for a whopping six awards, and took home the coveted Best Female Hip-Hop Artist Award and the Coca-Cola Viewers' Choice Award.
Although she didn't walk the red carpet, Rihanna was spotted glittering in gold as she watching the show from the audience. The singing sensation later took to the stage to premiere a trailer for her new music video for "B---- Better Have my Money."
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Although she didn't walk the red carpet, Rihanna was spotted glittering in gold as she watching the show from the audience. The singing sensation later took to the stage to premiere a trailer for her new music video for "B---- Better Have my Money."
Besties Blac Chyna and Amber Rose went to the BET Awards as each other's dates to celebrate marriage equality! The models rocked matching all-white ensembles and even shared a smooch as they posed on the red carpet. Amber's new boyfriend Machine Gun Kelly arrived earlier in the evening and posed solo on the red carpet.
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Besties Blac Chyna and Amber Rose went to the BET Awards as each other's dates to celebrate marriage equality! The models rocked matching all-white ensembles and even shared a smooch as they posed on the red carpet. Amber's new boyfriend Machine Gun Kelly arrived earlier in the evening and posed solo on the red carpet
Zendaya sparkled on the red carpet, showing off her long legs in a short silver mini dress while posing for cameras at the 2015 BET Awards. The 18-year-old actress and singer presented during the show and was also nominated for the YoungStars Award, but lost out to Mo'ne Davis.
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Zendaya sparkled on the red carpet, showing off her long legs in a short silver mini dress while posing for cameras at the 2015 BET Awards. The 18-year-old actress and singer presented during the show and was also nominated for the YoungStars Award, but lost out to Mo'ne Davis.
When Christina Milian sang "Dip it Low" maybe she was talking about this jumpsuit! The brunette beauty rocked a sexy embellished white jumpsuit that left very little to the imagination as she posed for cameras at the 2015 BET Awards on June 28, 2015 in Los Angeles, California.
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When Christina Milian sang "Dip it Low" maybe she was talking about this jumpsuit! The brunette beauty rocked a sexy embellished white jumpsuit that left very little to the imagination as she posed for cameras at the 2015 BET Awards on June 28, 2015 in Los Angeles, California.
Even when she's covered in feathers Kelly Rowland still looks amazing! The singer donned a black dress embellished with feather as she posed on the red carpet at the 2015 BET Awards at the Microsoft Theater on June 28, 2015 in Los Angeles, California.
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Even when she's covered in feathers Kelly Rowland still looks amazing! The singer donned a black dress embellished with feather as she posed on the red carpet at the 2015 BET Awards at the Microsoft Theater on June 28, 2015 in Los Angeles, California.
They say not to mix business and pleasure, but Nicki Minaj and Meek Mill seem to have the balance down pat! The couple took to the stage at the BET Awards to perform their hit song "All Eyes on You," along with Chris Brown, from Mill's upcoming album "Dreams Worth More than Money."
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They say not to mix business and pleasure, but Nicki Minaj and Meek Mill seem to have the balance down pat! The couple took to the stage at the BET Awards to perform their hit song "All Eyes on You," along with Chris Brown, from Mill's upcoming album "Dreams Worth More than Money."
Laverne Cox stunned on the red carpet in a plunging navy jumpsuit as she posed for cameras at the 2015 BET Awards in Los Angeles, California June 28, 2015.
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Laverne Cox stunned on the red carpet in a plunging navy jumpsuit as she posed for cameras at the 2015 BET Awards in Los Angeles, California June 28, 2015.
Gabrielle Union knows how to make an entrance! The actress looked gorgeous in a black sequin cutout dress as she arrived to the BET Awards at the Microsoft Theater on Sunday, June 28, 2015, in Los Angeles.
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Gabrielle Union knows how to make an entrance! The actress looked gorgeous in a black sequin cutout dress as she arrived to the BET Awards at the Microsoft Theater on Sunday, June 28, 2015, in Los Angeles.
Janet Jackson made the crowd go wild when she appeared onstage to accept the Ultimate Icon Award during the 2015 BET Awards in Los Angeles, California, June 28, 2015.
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Janet Jackson made the crowd go wild when she appeared onstage to accept the Ultimate Icon Award during the 2015 BET Awards in Los Angeles, California, June 28, 2015.
Ciara rocked the red carpet in sexy beaded dress with lots of cleavage and a high slit while smiling for cameras at the BET Awards at the Microsoft Theater on Sunday, June 28, 2015, in Los Angeles.
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Ciara rocked the red carpet in sexy beaded dress with lots of cleavage and a high slit while smiling for cameras at the BET Awards at the Microsoft Theater on Sunday, June 28, 2015, in Los Angeles.
Green goddess! Michelle Williams showed off her stunning good looks in a figure-hugging green gown at the BET Awards at the Microsoft Theater on Sunday, June 28, 2015, in Los Angeles.
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Green goddess! Michelle Williams showed off her stunning good looks in a figure-hugging green gown at the BET Awards at the Microsoft Theater on Sunday, June 28, 2015, in Los Angeles.
Stylish as always, Janelle Monae donned a sleek black dress with a matching cape as she posed on the red carpet at the 2015 BET Awards on June 28, 2015.
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Stylish as always, Janelle Monae donned a sleek black dress with a matching cape as she posed on the red carpet at the 2015 BET Awards on June 28, 2015.
Dressed to impress? Chris Brown opted to beat the summer heat with a pair of casual shorts on the red carpet at the 2015 BET Awards. The rapper also rocked a floral-print jacket and fedora to the award ceremony on June 28, 2015.
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Dressed to impress? Chris Brown opted to beat the summer heat with a pair of casual shorts on the red carpet at the 2015 BET Awards. The rapper also rocked a floral-print jacket and fedora to the award ceremony on June 28, 2015.
Trying to show Chris Brown what he's missing? Karrueche Tran showed off her amazing abs in a tiny black bandeau top as she posed for cameras. Hopefully she won't have any awkward encounters with her ex!
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Trying to show Chris Brown what he's missing? Karrueche Tran showed off her amazing abs in a tiny black bandeau top as she posed for cameras. Hopefully she won't have any awkward encounters with her ex!
"Alright" was an understatement! Kendrick Lamar kicked off the award show with an awesome performance of his hit song at the 2015 BET Awards on June 28, 2015.
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"Alright" was an understatement! Kendrick Lamar kicked off the award show with an awesome performance of his hit song at the 2015 BET Awards on June 28, 2015.
Brandy Norwood smiled big as she posed on the red carpet in a two-toned mini dress at the 2015 BET Awards at the Microsoft Theater on June 28, 2015 in Los Angeles, California.
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Brandy Norwood smiled big as she posed on the red carpet in a two-toned mini dress at the 2015 BET Awards at the Microsoft Theater on June 28, 2015 in Los Angeles, California.
Fetty Wap brought the house down as he closed the show with his smash hit "Trap Queen" at the 2015 BET Awards.
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Fetty Wap brought the house down as he closed the show with his smash hit "Trap Queen" at the 2015 BET Awards.
Two of the evening's performers, Alicia Keys and Pharrell, posed backstage at the BET Awards on June 28, 2015.
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Two of the evening's performers, Alicia Keys and Pharrell, posed backstage at the BET Awards on June 28, 2015.
He may not be dating Ariana Grande anymore, but Big Sean looked cool, calm and collected as he posed on the red carpet at the BET Awards on June 28, 2015.
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He may not be dating Ariana Grande anymore, but Big Sean looked cool, calm and collected as he posed on the red carpet at the BET Awards on June 28, 2015.
On-screen husband and wife Anthony Anderson and Tracee Ellis Ross teamed up to host the 2015 BET Awards. The "Blackish" stars rocked the red carpet, Tracee in a flattering white dress and Anthony in a dapper tux.
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On-screen husband and wife Anthony Anderson and Tracee Ellis Ross teamed up to host the 2015 BET Awards. The "Blackish" stars rocked the red carpet, Tracee in a flattering white dress and Anthony in a dapper tux.
Diddy and Lil' Kim gave us a '90s throwback as they performed together at the 2015 BET Awards at the Microsoft Theater on June 28, 2015 in Los Angeles, California.
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Diddy and Lil' Kim gave us a '90s throwback as they performed together at the 2015 BET Awards at the Microsoft Theater on June 28, 2015 in Los Angeles, California.
Pretty in pink! Faith Evans rocked a pink jumpsuit with a matching furry shawl as she posed in the press room after performing at the BET Awards on June 28, 2015.
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Pretty in pink! Faith Evans rocked a pink jumpsuit with a matching furry shawl as she posed in the press room after performing at the BET Awards on June 28, 2015.
Chris Brown and Tyga brought the house down as they performed their hit "Ayo" during the 2015 BET Awards in Los Angeles, California, June 28, 2015.
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Chris Brown and Tyga brought the house down as they performed their hit "Ayo" during the 2015 BET Awards in Los Angeles, California, June 28, 2015.
2 Chainz arrived to the award show wearing -- yep, you guessed it -- two chains! The rapper also rocked a camouflage jacket and bandana as he posed on the red carpet on June 28, 2015, in Los Angeles.
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2 Chainz arrived to the award show wearing -- yep, you guessed it -- two chains! The rapper also rocked a camouflage jacket and bandana as he posed on the red carpet on June 28, 2015, in Los Angeles.
Rihanna goofed off with boxing champ Floyd Mayweather while sitting front row at the star-studded event on June 28, 2015. We're not sure where she got the roll of duct tape, but RiRi pretended to tape her mouth closed while watching the awards.
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Rihanna goofed off with boxing champ Floyd Mayweather while sitting front row at the star-studded event on June 28, 2015. We're not sure where she got the roll of duct tape, but RiRi pretended to tape her mouth closed while watching the awards.
Tyrese Gibson may be the star, but it was his date who stole the show! His gorgeous date showed off her amazing figure in a totally sheer ensemble as she posed on the red carpet on June 28, 2015.
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Tyrese Gibson may be the star, but it was his date who stole the show! His gorgeous date showed off her amazing figure in a totally sheer ensemble as she posed on the red carpet on June 28, 2015.
She got it from her mama! Nicki Minaj brought her mother Carol on stage to accept her award for Best Female Hip Hop Artist at the 2015 BET Awards.
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She got it from her mama! Nicki Minaj brought her mother Carol on stage to accept her award for Best Female Hip Hop Artist at the 2015 BET Awards.
Kendrick Lamar looked hip in a casual ensemble as he arrived to the BET Awards on June 28, 2015, in Los Angeles. The rapper also performed during the award ceremony and took home the award for Best Male Hip-Hop Artist.
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Kendrick Lamar looked hip in a casual ensemble as he arrived to the BET Awards on June 28, 2015, in Los Angeles. The rapper also performed during the award ceremony and took home the award for Best Male Hip-Hop Artist.
Surprise guest Patti LaBelle stole the show as she sang her heart out onstage at the BET Awards during a tribute to same-sex marriage.
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Surprise guest Patti LaBelle stole the show as she sang her heart out onstage at the BET Awards during a tribute to same-sex marriage.
Andra Day smiled for the cameras backstage after performing her hit song "Rise Up," from the upcoming album "Cheers to the Fall," during the show.
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Andra Day smiled for the cameras backstage after performing her hit song "Rise Up," from the upcoming album "Cheers to the Fall," during the show.
Blond beauty Tori Kelly rocked an edgy leather dress with zippers on the red carpet at the BET Awards in Los Angeles. Tori also performed during the show on June 28, 2015.
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Blond beauty Tori Kelly rocked an edgy leather dress with zippers on the red carpet at the BET Awards in Los Angeles. Tori also performed during the show on June 28, 2015.
After having a baby just one year ago, Ciara showed off her amazing abs as she performed onstage at the 2015 BET Awards.
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After having a baby just one year ago, Ciara showed off her amazing abs as she performed onstage at the 2015 BET Awards.
Lifetime Achievement honoree Smokey Robinson posed with his wife Frances Robinson in the audience at the 2015 BET Awards at the Microsoft Theater on June 28, 2015 in Los Angeles, California.
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Lifetime Achievement honoree Smokey Robinson posed with his wife Frances Robinson in the audience at the 2015 BET Awards at the Microsoft Theater on June 28, 2015 in Los Angeles, California.
All blue everything! Keyshia Cole rocked a blue crop and matching pants as she posed in the press room at the BET Awards on June 28, 2015, in Los Angeles.
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All blue everything! Keyshia Cole rocked a blue crop and matching pants as she posed in the press room at the BET Awards on June 28, 2015, in Los Angeles.
La La Anthony, the stunning television host and wife of Carmelo Anthony, stepped out on the red carpet in style in a figure-hugging mini dress that showed off her curves at the 2015 BET Awards on June 28, 2015 in Los Angeles.
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La La Anthony, the stunning television host and wife of Carmelo Anthony, stepped out on the red carpet in style in a figure-hugging mini dress that showed off her curves at the 2015 BET Awards on June 28, 2015 in Los Angeles.
You may recognize LeToya Luckett as one of the original member of Destiny's Child! The singer looked white hot in a plunging dress while posing for cameras at the 2015 BET Awards at the Microsoft Theater on June 28, 2015 in Los Angeles, California.
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You may recognize LeToya Luckett as one of the original member of Destiny's Child! The singer looked white hot in a plunging dress while posing for cameras at the 2015 BET Awards at the Microsoft Theater on June 28, 2015 in Los Angeles, California.
Now we know her workout secret! Janelle Monae showed off her amazing abs as she performed her hit song "Yoga" along with and Jidenna at the 2015 BET Awards.
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Now we know her workout secret! Janelle Monae showed off her amazing abs as she performed her hit song "Yoga" along with and Jidenna at the 2015 BET Awards.
Lil Mama took the plunge in a sexy black pantsuit at the 2015 BET Awards in Los Angeles, California, June 28, 2015.
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Lil Mama took the plunge in a sexy black pantsuit at the 2015 BET Awards in Los Angeles, California, June 28, 2015.
Tori Kelly and Robin Thicke honored Lifetime Achievement recipient Smokey Robinson by joining him onstage to perform a medley of some of his greatest hits at the BET Awards on June 28, 2015.
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Tori Kelly and Robin Thicke honored Lifetime Achievement recipient Smokey Robinson by joining him onstage to perform a medley of some of his greatest hits at the BET Awards on June 28, 2015.
"Fantastic Four" star Michael B. Jordan looked dapped in a blue suit as he flashed his adorable smile for the cameras at the 2015 BET Awards.
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"Fantastic Four" star Michael B. Jordan looked dapped in a blue suit as he flashed his adorable smile for the cameras at the 2015 BET Awards.
Tori Kelly showed off her impressive pipes and guitar skills as she performed at the BET Awards on June 28, 2015.
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Tori Kelly showed off her impressive pipes and guitar skills as she performed at the BET Awards on June 28, 2015.
Nicki Minaj was all smiles as she posed with her boyfriend Meek Mill at the 2015 BET Awards at the Microsoft Theater on June 28, 2015 in Los Angeles, California.
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Nicki Minaj was all smiles as she posed with her boyfriend Meek Mill at the 2015 BET Awards at the Microsoft Theater on June 28, 2015 in Los Angeles, California.
Husband and wife duo Nicole Ari Parker and Boris Kodjoe looked stunning as they posed together on the red carpet at the 2015 BET Awards.
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Husband and wife duo Nicole Ari Parker and Boris Kodjoe looked stunning as they posed together on the red carpet at the 2015 BET Awards.
Alicia Keys teamed up with The Weeknd to perform a duet of the hit song "Earned It" at the BET Awards at the Microsoft Theater on Sunday, June 28, 2015, in Los Angeles.
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Alicia Keys teamed up with The Weeknd to perform a duet of the hit song "Earned It" at the BET Awards at the Microsoft Theater on Sunday, June 28, 2015, in Los Angeles.
TV personality B. Scott opted for a pink fringed dress at the 2015 BET Awards at the Microsoft Theater on June 28, 2015 in Los Angeles, California.
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TV personality B. Scott opted for a pink fringed dress at the 2015 BET Awards at the Microsoft Theater on June 28, 2015 in Los Angeles, California.
Dutch recording artist Natalie La Rose stunned in a sexy black dress with a high slit at the 2015 BET Awards at the Microsoft Theater on June 28, 2015 in Los Angeles, California. The rising star performed during the pre-show earlier in the evening.
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Dutch recording artist Natalie La Rose stunned in a sexy black dress with a high slit at the 2015 BET Awards at the Microsoft Theater on June 28, 2015 in Los Angeles, California. The rising star performed during the pre-show earlier in the evening.
Rising singer Justine Skye rocked the red carpet in a cute LBD and gold statement necklace at the 2015 BET Awards at the Microsoft Theater on June 28, 2015 in Los Angeles, California.
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Rising singer Justine Skye rocked the red carpet in a cute LBD and gold statement necklace at the 2015 BET Awards at the Microsoft Theater on June 28, 2015 in Los Angeles, California.
Anthony Hamilton and Gary Clark Jr. gave a heartfelt performance onstage as they horned the artists who have died this past year during the "In Memoriam" segment of the award show on June 28, 2015.
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Anthony Hamilton and Gary Clark Jr. gave a heartfelt performance onstage as they horned the artists who have died this past year during the "In Memoriam" segment of the award show on June 28, 2015.
Twinning! Laverne Cox and Gabrielle Union rocked the same sexy ensemble as they presented the award for Best Actor during the 2015 BET Awards in Los Angeles, California June 28, 2015.
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Twinning! Laverne Cox and Gabrielle Union rocked the same sexy ensemble as they presented the award for Best Actor during the 2015 BET Awards in Los Angeles, California June 28, 2015.
"The Game" star Brittany Daniel posed on the red carpet in a multicolored splatted paint dress at the 2015 BET Awards on June 28, 2015 in Los Angeles, California.
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"The Game" star Brittany Daniel posed on the red carpet in a multicolored splatted paint dress at the 2015 BET Awards on June 28, 2015 in Los Angeles, California.
Machine Gun Kelly matched his bright red jacket to the carpet at the 2015 BET Awards on June 28, 2015. The 25-year-old rapper recently began dating Wiz Khalifa's ex-wife Amber Rose, but he arrived stag for the awards.
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Machine Gun Kelly matched his bright red jacket to the carpet at the 2015 BET Awards on June 28, 2015. The 25-year-old rapper recently began dating Wiz Khalifa's ex-wife Amber Rose, but he arrived stag for the awards.
Flo Rida stood out on the red carpet in a pink suit at the 2015 BET Awards at the on June 28, 2015 in Los Angeles, California.
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Flo Rida stood out on the red carpet in a pink suit at the 2015 BET Awards at the on June 28, 2015 in Los Angeles, California.
Co-host Tracee Ellis Ross and Anthony Anderson proved that they are just as funny together onstage as they are in their hit television show "Blackish!"
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Co-host Tracee Ellis Ross and Anthony Anderson proved that they are just as funny together onstage as they are in their hit television show "Blackish!"
Rapper Wale posed on the red carpet at the 2015 BET Awards at the Microsoft Theater on June 28, 2015 in Los Angeles, California.
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Rapper Wale posed on the red carpet at the 2015 BET Awards at the Microsoft Theater on June 28, 2015 in Los Angeles, California.
Monica donned a flowing white gown with a high slit as she posed for cameras at the 2015 BET Awards at the Microsoft Theater on June 28, 2015 in Los Angeles, California.
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Monica donned a flowing white gown with a high slit as she posed for cameras at the 2015 BET Awards at the Microsoft Theater on June 28, 2015 in Los Angeles, California.
Margaret Avery looked elegant in yellow at the BET Awards at the Microsoft Theater on Sunday, June 28, 2015, in Los Angeles.
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Margaret Avery looked elegant in yellow at the BET Awards at the Microsoft Theater on Sunday, June 28, 2015, in Los Angeles.
Jacob Latimore rocked a white jacket and black pants at the 2015 BET Awards at the Microsoft Theater on June 28, 2015 in Los Angeles, California. The 18-year-old singer was nominated for the YoungStars Award.
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Jacob Latimore rocked a white jacket and black pants at the 2015 BET Awards at the Microsoft Theater on June 28, 2015 in Los Angeles, California. The 18-year-old singer was nominated for the YoungStars Award.
Rapper Big Tigger looked dapped in a fitted tux as he arrived to the 2015 BET Awards in Los Angeles.
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Rapper Big Tigger looked dapped in a fitted tux as he arrived to the 2015 BET Awards in Los Angeles.
Adorable "Blackish" star Miles Brown flashed a bright smile in a red suit as he arrived to the BET Awards on June 28, 2015.
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Adorable "Blackish" star Miles Brown flashed a bright smile in a red suit as he arrived to the BET Awards on June 28, 2015.
"The Game" stars Hosea Chanchez and Jay Ellis attend the 2015 BET Awards at the Microsoft Theater on June 28, 2015 in Los Angeles, California.
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"The Game" stars Hosea Chanchez and Jay Ellis attend the 2015 BET Awards at the Microsoft Theater on June 28, 2015 in Los Angeles, California.
Gospel singer Deitrick Haddon posed with his pregnant wife Dominique Haddon at the 2015 BET Awards at the Microsoft Theater on June 28, 2015 in Los Angeles, California.
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Gospel singer Deitrick Haddon posed with his pregnant wife Dominique Haddon at the 2015 BET Awards at the Microsoft Theater on June 28, 2015 in Los Angeles, California.
Naturi Naughton stood out in a bright orange dress at the BET Awards at the Microsoft Theater on Sunday, June 28, 2015, in Los Angeles.
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Naturi Naughton stood out in a bright orange dress at the BET Awards at the Microsoft Theater on Sunday, June 28, 2015, in Los Angeles.
Charlie Wilson donned a paisley suit at the 2015 BET Awards on June 28, 2015, in Los Angeles.
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Charlie Wilson donned a paisley suit at the 2015 BET Awards on June 28, 2015, in Los Angeles.
"Run's House" star Angela Simmons rocked a sheer mini dress on the red carpet at the BET Awards on June 28, 2015, in Los Angeles.
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"Run's House" star Angela Simmons rocked a sheer mini dress on the red carpet at the BET Awards on June 28, 2015, in Los Angeles.

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