BET is gearing up to celebrate notable African-Americans for the 2013 edition of the BET Honors. Filming on January 12 at Washington D.C’s Warner Theater and hosted once again by Gabrielle Union, the ceremony will honor legendary music exec Clarence Avant (Entrepreneur Award), actress Halle Berry (Award for Service), T.D. Jakes (Award for Education), soul queen Chaka Khan (Award for Musical Arts), and basketball phenom Lisa Leslie (Award for Athletics).
Of course the event can’t be complete without musical interludes to serenade the honorees. Performers set to provide the evening’s banging soundtrack include, Erykah Badu, Brandy, Mint Condition, Jimmy Jam and Terry Lewis, Alicia Keys, Ledisi, the SOS Band, and Wayne Brady.
The 2013 BET Honors will air on Feb 11.
BET Honors is an annual event that celebrates the accomplishments of African-American individuals across a variety of fields. This year, some of today’s biggest stars will be among those honored. Erykah Badu, Alicia Keys and other popular entertainers have been confirmed as performers for BET Honors 2013. It promises to be an extraordinary show!
This year marks the fifth anniversary of BET Honors, which was established in 2008 by Debra Lee, Chairman and CEO of BET Networks. The awards recognize the achievements of leaders from multiple industries including entertainment, business, education, public service and literature. This year’s honorees include T.D Jakes (entertainment), Christopher “Play” Martin (business) Beverly Daniel Tatum (education) and Maya Angelou (literature).
These esteemed figures will be joined on stage by some of music’s hottest acts – Erykah Badu, Ne-Yo, India Arie and more – making this one event you won’t want to miss! Get ready for a night filled with inspiring stories and amazing performances when BET Honors 2013 airs live on February 11th at 9 pm ET/PT only on BET.
Other Honorees
The BET Honors 2013 was a star-studded event featuring performances from some of the world’s most iconic musicians, including Erykah Badu and Alicia Keys. Though these two were certainly highlights of the evening, they weren’t the only notable names on hand for this annual ceremony. In addition to performers, there were also a number of other honorees that made up the night’s lineup.
One of those honored at the BET Honors 2013 awards show was media mogul Oprah Winfrey. The Queen of Media was recognized with the Ultimate Icon award in recognition of her influence as an entertainer, philanthropist, and humanitarian. She expressed her gratitude by saying “I am so deeply moved by this honor”.
Also among the recipients of special honors during the ceremony were visual artist Carrie Mae Weems and gospel singer BeBe Winans who both received Lifetime Achievement Awards while Dr. Johnnetta Betsch Cole was awarded Humanitarian Award for her work advocating human rights and social justice around the world. It was clear from all their speeches that each person felt incredibly humbled to be receiving such prestigious awards alongside greats like Erykah Badu and Alicia Keys – proving once again why BET is one of music’s leading networks.
Show Highlights
The BET Honors 2013 awards show was certainly an event to remember. From the impressive list of honorees, to the one-of-a kind performances from Erykah Badu and Alicia Keys – it’s no wonder this ceremony has become so iconic over the years. Here are some of the biggest highlights from the evening that made it truly unforgettable.
One performance that stood out among all others was Erykah Badu’s rendition of ‘On & On’. The audience erupted with applause as she sang her classic hit, showing off her powerful vocals and passionate delivery. Similarly, Alicia Keys brought down the house with a medley of hits including ‘Girl on Fire’, ‘No One’, and ‘Empire State Of Mind’. Her soulful voice filled every corner of the room, making for an unforgettable night.
In addition to these incredible performances, there were also several heartfelt acceptance speeches from each of the award recipients that spoke volumes about their dedication and commitment to creating positive change in communities around the world. It was clear that everyone felt incredibly honored to be part of such a special evening celebrating black excellence in music, art, media, philanthropy, and more!
Conclusion
The BET Honors 2013 was a star-studded affair with an incredible lineup of performers, including Erykah Badu, Alicia Keys and others. It was truly an honor to be in the presence of these amazing women and all the other honorees that night.
It’s inspiring to see so many talented people come together for such an important event. The show highlights were spectacular, from electrifying performances to heartfelt speeches to touching tributes – it was one night I’ll never forget.
I’m grateful to have had the chance to experience this wonderful celebration of excellence in music, artistry and giving back. These special moments remind me why I love being part of such a vibrant community – and why I continue to celebrate the art and work of those who inspire us all!
