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This Weekend’s Parties: Pre-BET Awards Dinner and More!

Jul 2, 2012 @ 2:50 pm

Before last night’s BET Awards in Los Angeles, the network’s CEO Debra Lee teamed up with Cedric the Entertainer to host the sixth annual “PRE” exclusive dinner on Saturday night. “Debra Lee throws a great party,” said Michelle Williams (in BCBG Max Azria), who hung out with R&B singer Kenny Lattimore at the event. Selita Ebanks (in Olcay Gulsen) stayed close to singer Estelle, while Ciara stopped by in a Willow dress and Louboutin shoes, which didn’t last long. “I will kick my shoes off in a heartbeat!” she told us—poor Loubs!—before hitting the dance floor with fellow guests Tatyana Ali, La La Vasquez-Anthony, and Eddie Murphy. See more photos from this weekend’s hottest events in the gallery.

— Leah Abrahams, with reporting by Lindzi Scharf and Kwala Mandel

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BET Awards 2012: Whitney Houston Remembered

Jul 2, 2012 @ 2:10 pm

Four months after her passing, Whitney Houston was honored again last night at the 2012 BET Awards—this time, by friends like Mariah Carey and her mother, Cissy, who sang “Bridge Over Troubled Water” in tribute to her daughter. Like stars Angela Bassett and Loretta Devine, who shared their best memories of Houston on stage, we too have compiled our favorite Whitney moments, from her Grammy red carpet looks to her unforgettable rendition of the Star-Spangled Banner. Click through to see all of Whitney’s most iconic moments.

WHITNEY'S BEST MOMENTS

MORE WHITNEY:
• Whitney’s Beauty Transformation
• BET Awards 2012: What They Wore
• See Beyonce’s Sexy BET Dress

— Rose Walano

BET Awards 2012 Photos: What Everyone Wore!

Jul 2, 2012 @ 11:25 am

BET Awards 2012, Angela Bassett, Selita Ebanks, Kerry Washington

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The red carpet looks at the 2012 BET Awards 2012 in Los Angeles offered eye-popping hues in bright, brighter, and brightest. Beyonce went for chartreuse in Stephane Rolland, Kim Kardashian chose a backless version of the summer-favorite little white dress, and Taraji P. Henson picked an aqua Zaeem Jamal design. Click though to see what everyone else wore, then tell us, what’s your favorite look of the night?

— Caitlin Petreycik

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BET Awards 2012: Beyoncé Wins in a Thigh-High Dress

Jul 2, 2012 @ 10:00 am

Beyoncé won big at the 2012 BET Awards last night! The singer, who was nominated six times, walked away with the Best Female R&B Artist and Video Director of the Year statues, the latter in conjunction with Alan Ferguson for their work on “Dance for You” and “Party.” For her big night out, which she shared with husband Jay-Z, his BFF Kanye West, and West’s date Kim Kardashian, Beyoncé chose a chartreuse couture gown by Stephane Rolland featuring the hottest red-carpet style of the moment, the up-to-there, thigh-high slit. She paired the look with Givenchy shoes and Lorraine Schwartz earrings. Do you like her dress? Let us know in the comments!

Plus, see more sexy thigh-high slit dresses.

Thigh-High Slits!

MORE:
• The 2012 BET Awards Red Carpet
• Try on Beyonce’s Hairstyles
• See Beyonce’s Transformation!

— Sharon Clott

The 2012 BET Awards Are Tonight: See Last Year’s Best Looks

Jul 1, 2012 @ 3:30 pm

Kelly Rowland, Alicia Keys, Justin Bieber, Kerry Washington

The BET Awards are airing tonight at 8 p.m. (EST) on BET! Beyonce is nominated for no less than six awards, while Rihanna and Mary J. Blige—both nominees—are expected to attend. While you wait for the stars to step out on this year’s red carpet, click through our gallery of last year’s best looks, from Kelly Rowland in fuchsia Notte by Marchesa to Kerry Washington in highlighter yellow Michael Kors. And tell us: Who are you rooting for tonight?

BET AWARDS 2011

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• Celeb Shoes We Love: Beyonce’s Prada Heels
• Mary J. Blige’s Kentucky Derby Hat
• Rihanna’s “Where Have You Been” Video Makeup

— Rose Walano

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Beyonce Nominated for for 6 BET Awards Tonight: See Her Transformation

Jul 1, 2012 @ 9:00 am

Tonight is the BET Awards, and Beyonce is nominated for a six statuettes. Help the powerhouse singer and new mom celebrate by taking a look back at her Hollywood transformation, from a talented teen to an A-list superstar! Click through to see Beyonce’s many looks through the years, and tune in to BET tonight at 8 p.m. EST to see what she wins.

SEE BEYONCE TRANSFORM

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• Nicholas Kirkwood on Seeing Beyonce in His Shoes
• Beyonce Wears “Blue” Around Her Neck
• Beyonce Loves Her Blue Nail Polish

— Rose Walano

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BET Awards 2012: Beyonce Earns 6 Nominations

May 23, 2012 @ 2:00 pm

Beyonce—new mom, People‘s most beautiful, and Tumblr extraordinaire—is nominated for six BET Awards this year! Best Female R&B Artist, Video of the Year for “Countdown” and “Love on Top,” and Video Director of the Year are among her list of nominations. The winners will be announced on July 1st. Until then, help the multi-hyphenate celebrate her nods by taking a look back at her Hollywood transformation, from a raven-haired high schooler to a solo artist with honey locks and beyond. Click through the gallery to see all of Beyonce’s best beauty looks!

SEE BEYONCE TRANSFORM

MORE:
• Nicholas Kirkwood on Seeing Beyonce in His Shoes
• Beyonce Wears “Blue” Around Her Neck
• Beyonce Loves Her Blue Nail Polish

— Rose Walano

Kelly Rowland, Kerry Washington, Michelle Williams

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2011 BET Awards Photos: What Everyone Wore!

Jun 27, 2011 @ 11:30 am

Summer brights were a popular style choice at the BET Awards in Los Angeles last night. Kerry Washington beamed in an acid green Michael Kors silk column gown with a sexy keyhole neckline. Meanwhile, two-thirds of the former Destiny’s Child group—Michelle Williams and Kelly Rowland—both chose vivid hues, Williams in an amethyst BCBG Max Azria dress and Rowland in a fuchsia Notte by Marchesa look with a ruffle detail. Click though to see what everyone else wore to the 2011 BET Awards! Tell us: What’s your favorite look of the night?