Backstage at BET Awards 2012

We join celebs for some behind-the-scenes fun.

Make Em Say Ugh - Celebs were out in full force inside the radio remote room in the days leading up to the BET Awards, to be held in Los Angeles on July 1. Thirty-seven radio personalities and DJs gathered to interview the biggest stars in music and urban entertainment while broadcasting to their respective listeners.The big man Rick Ross hit day two of the radio room backstage at the BET Awards.(Photo: Alberto E. Rodriguez/Getty Images For BET)

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Make Em Say Ugh - Celebs were out in full force inside the radio remote room in the days leading up to the BET Awards, to be held in Los Angeles on July 1. Thirty-seven radio personalities and DJs gathered to interview the biggest stars in music and urban entertainment while broadcasting to their respective listeners.The big man Rick Ross hit day two of the radio room backstage at the BET Awards.(Photo: Alberto E. Rodriguez/Getty Images For BET)

Coolest Host on the Planet - Actor Samuel L. Jackson, host of BET Awards '12, spent time hanging out with the radio DJs and other fans backstage at the Shrine Auditorium.(Photo: Alexandra Wyman/Getty Images For BET)

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Coolest Host on the Planet - Actor Samuel L. Jackson, host of BET Awards '12, spent time hanging out with the radio DJs and other fans backstage at the Shrine Auditorium.(Photo: Alexandra Wyman/Getty Images For BET)

Brothers in Arms - Singer Tyrese Gibson and rapper Busta Rhymes bond on day two of the radio remote room backstage at the BET Awards, held at the Shrine Auditorium in Los Angeles.(Photo: Alberto E. Rodriguez/Getty Images For BET)

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Brothers in Arms - Singer Tyrese Gibson and rapper Busta Rhymes bond on day two of the radio remote room backstage at the BET Awards, held at the Shrine Auditorium in Los Angeles.(Photo: Alberto E. Rodriguez/Getty Images For BET)

In the Building - Rapper Meek Mill caused a frenzy inside the radio remote room on day two backstage at BET Awards '12. (Photo: Alberto E. Rodriguez/Getty Images For BET)

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In the Building - Rapper Meek Mill caused a frenzy inside the radio remote room on day two backstage at BET Awards '12. (Photo: Alberto E. Rodriguez/Getty Images For BET)

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Child of Destiny - Former Destiny's Child singer Michelle Williams was a glowing presence in the radio room.(Photo: Alexandra Wyman/Getty Images For BET)

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Child of Destiny - Former Destiny's Child singer Michelle Williams was a glowing presence in the radio room.(Photo: Alexandra Wyman/Getty Images For BET)

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Keeping It Smooth - Bobby V showed off his guns on day two of the radio remote room.  (Photo: Alexandra Wyman/Getty Images For BET)

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Keeping It Smooth - Bobby V showed off his guns on day two of the radio remote room. (Photo: Alexandra Wyman/Getty Images For BET)

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A$AP Rocky - This is a no-brainer. With his confident star power and high-fashion meets Harlem streets wardrobe, A$AP Rocky is pretty much Rita Ora’s male equivalent in terms of style and swagger.  (Photo: Alberto E. Rodriguez/Getty Images For BET)

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Pretty Boy - Harlem MC A$AP Rocky came to the radio remote room dressed as only he can. And everyone loved it, of course. (Photo: Alberto E. Rodriguez/Getty Images For BET)

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In Living Color - The cutest young stars in the room, the OMG Girlz and rapper Diggy, connected backstage at the BET Awards. (Photo: Alexandra Wyman/Getty Images For BET)

Diamond  - Diamond started her career with Crime Mob. The group first garnered national attention in 2004 with their single, "Knuck If You Buck,” which was eventually certified Platinum. (Photo: Alberto E. Rodriguez/Getty Images For BET)

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Sparkling Star - Rapper Diamond does interviews in the radio remote room backstage at the Shrine. (Photo: Alberto E. Rodriguez/Getty Images For BET)

Mighty Maybach Group - Rappers Wale and Lil Chuckee hit the Celebrity Gifting Suite backstage at the BET Awards, held at the Shrine Auditorium in Los Angeles.(Photo: Alexandra Wyman/Getty Images For BET)

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Mighty Maybach Group - Rappers Wale and Lil Chuckee hit the Celebrity Gifting Suite backstage at the BET Awards, held at the Shrine Auditorium in Los Angeles.(Photo: Alexandra Wyman/Getty Images For BET)

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On the Come Up - Singer Jacob Latimore brought his brand of cool backstage at the BET Awards.(Photo: Alberto E. Rodriguez/Getty Images For BET)

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On the Come Up - Singer Jacob Latimore brought his brand of cool backstage at the BET Awards.(Photo: Alberto E. Rodriguez/Getty Images For BET)

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All in Good Fun - Judge Greg Mathis had a great time in the radio room backstage at the BET Awards. (Photo: Alberto E. Rodriguez/Getty Images For BET)

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All in Good Fun - Judge Greg Mathis had a great time in the radio room backstage at the BET Awards. (Photo: Alberto E. Rodriguez/Getty Images For BET)

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MGK in the Gift Suite - Bad Boy MC MGK gets "Laced Up."

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Wild Boy for Real - Rapper Machine Gun Kelly was spotted backstage during the awards weekend. (Photo: Alexandra Wyman/Getty Images For BET)

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Man of the Moment - Rapper Big Sean was a huge hit inside the radio remote room. (Photo: Alberto E. Rodriguez/Getty Images For BET)

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Man of the Moment - Rapper Big Sean was a huge hit inside the radio remote room. (Photo: Alberto E. Rodriguez/Getty Images For BET)

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Lala Picks Up Hot New Gear - LaLa Anthony checks out the latest in hybrid mobile audio gear.

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Hello, Sunshine - La La Anthony was all smiles backstage.(Photo: Alexandra Wyman/Getty Images For BET)

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Early Music Lessons - At a young age, the star began studying several instruments, including the flute, piano and guitar. She would later add the drums to her talents and all of these skills would influence her love of music. (Photo: Alberto E. Rodriguez/Getty Images For BET)

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The Good Girl - Singer Elle Varner spread her good vibes around the radio remote room.(Photo: Alberto E. Rodriguez/Getty Images For BET)

Brandy Meets BB - Singer Brandy admires the fashion and design of Bowens Bergeron.

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B Major - Singer Brandy may be young, but she is legendary. The R&B star made the rounds backstage on day two.(Photo: Alexandra Wyman/Getty Images For BET)

Waka Flocka Flame, @WakaFlockabsm - Tweet: "My daughter just ask me why her school don't talk about Dr. King smh ‪#HomeSchoolNextYear"Who knew? MLK has a nationally celebrated holiday, yet parts of our education system still fail to honor his legacy. Once Waka Flocka got word that his little one is not studying the King's dream, he decided to take matters into his own hands. #knowledgeispower(Photo: Alexandra Wyman/Getty Images For BET)

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Just Dope - Rapper Waka Flocka Flame was a presence to behold backstage.(Photo: Alexandra Wyman/Getty Images For BET)

Bird's-Eye View - The crowd was bustling during day two of the 2012 BET Awards Radio Room, held at the Shrine Auditorium. (Photo: Alberto E. Rodriguez/Getty Images For BET)

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Bird's-Eye View - The crowd was bustling during day two of the 2012 BET Awards Radio Room, held at the Shrine Auditorium. (Photo: Alberto E. Rodriguez/Getty Images For BET)

Bringing Sexy Back - Singer Christina Milian looked stunning backstage at the awards.  (Photo: Alberto E. Rodriguez/Getty Images For BET)

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Bringing Sexy Back - Singer Christina Milian looked stunning backstage at the awards. (Photo: Alberto E. Rodriguez/Getty Images For BET)

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Forever Young - Prodigy, Princeton, Ray Ray and Roc Royal of  Mindless Behavior hang out backstage.(Photo: Alberto E. Rodriguez/Getty Images For BET)

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Forever Young - Prodigy, Princeton, Ray Ray and Roc Royal of  Mindless Behavior hang out backstage.(Photo: Alberto E. Rodriguez/Getty Images For BET)

Got Jokes? - Actor-comedian Kevin Hart kept foks laughing, of course, while hanging out backstage.(Photo: Alberto E. Rodriguez/Getty Images For BET)

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Got Jokes? - Actor-comedian Kevin Hart kept foks laughing, of course, while hanging out backstage.(Photo: Alberto E. Rodriguez/Getty Images For BET)

Big Tigger Watchin' - Big Tigger checks out the Silvano watches in the Gift Suite.

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Shady Business - Darian "Big Tigger" Morgan will host the BET Awards '12 post-show along with actress Wendy Raquel Robinson. (Photo: Alexandra Wyman/Getty Images For BET)

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Debra Lee Visits the Gift Suite - BET Networks CEO and Chairperson Debra Lee brings the California sunshine into the Gift Suite.

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Boss Lady - Debra Lee, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of BET Networks, made an appearance at the radio remote room.(Photo: Alexandra Wyman/Getty Images For BET)

Atlanta's Brightest Star - R&B superstar Usher dropped by a booth on day one to spread his special brand of sexy.  (Photo: Alberto E. Rodriguez/Getty Images For BET)

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Atlanta's Brightest Star - R&B superstar Usher dropped by a booth on day one to spread his special brand of sexy. (Photo: Alberto E. Rodriguez/Getty Images For BET)

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Jersey Girl - Singer Faith Evans is excited about the tribute to Frankie Beverly and Maze at the BET Awards this weekend. "They are the pinnacle to me," she told BET.com. "I'm looking forward to seeing them perform."   (Photo: Alexandra Wyman/Getty Images For BET)

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Jersey Girl - Singer Faith Evans is excited about the tribute to Frankie Beverly and Maze at the BET Awards this weekend. "They are the pinnacle to me," she told BET.com. "I'm looking forward to seeing them perform." (Photo: Alexandra Wyman/Getty Images For BET)

Ladies' Man - Singer Trey Songz made the rounds in the radio room, laughing and chatting it up with DJs backstage at L.A.'s Shrine Auditorium.    (Photo: Alberto E. Rodriguez/Getty Images For BET)

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Ladies' Man - Singer Trey Songz made the rounds in the radio room, laughing and chatting it up with DJs backstage at L.A.'s Shrine Auditorium. (Photo: Alberto E. Rodriguez/Getty Images For BET)

YouTube Sensation - In late 2007 Labelle set up a YouTube page and began posting videos of her singing covers of popular songs. (Photo:  Alberto E. Rodriguez/Getty Images For BET)

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Rising Star - "Sexify" singer and Music Matters artist Leah LaBelle impressed the radio room with her bubbly, friendly personality. (Photo: Alberto E. Rodriguez/Getty Images For BET)

In Style - Singer Estelle owned the radio room with her bold style, bright smile and playful personality. Gotta love her!    (Photo: Alberto E. Rodriguez/Getty Images For BET)

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In Style - Singer Estelle owned the radio room with her bold style, bright smile and playful personality. Gotta love her!  (Photo: Alberto E. Rodriguez/Getty Images For BET)

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Music Heads - Rapper Shawn Chrystopher and Timbaland were all business on day one of the radio remote room, held backstage at the Shrine Auditorium. (Photo: Alberto E. Rodriguez/Getty Images For BET)

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Pretty Girl Rap - MC Brianna Perry charmed the room as she chatted with various radio personalities.(Photo: Alberto E. Rodriguez/Getty Images For BET)

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Pretty Girl Rap - MC Brianna Perry charmed the room as she chatted with various radio personalities.(Photo: Alberto E. Rodriguez/Getty Images For BET)

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Let Her Rock You - The red-headed legend showed off her slim figure and a huge smile on day one of the radio remote room. DJs clamored for her attention as soon as she entered the space.    (Photo: Alberto E. Rodriguez/Getty Images For BET)

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Let Her Rock You - The red-headed legend showed off her slim figure and a huge smile on day one of the radio remote room. DJs clamored for her attention as soon as she entered the space. (Photo: Alberto E. Rodriguez/Getty Images For BET)

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Oh, Joy! - Let's Stay Together actress Joyful Drake discusses her career inside the radio remote room.    (Photo: Alberto E. Rodriguez/Getty Images For BET)

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Oh, Joy! - Let's Stay Together actress Joyful Drake discusses her career inside the radio remote room. (Photo: Alberto E. Rodriguez/Getty Images For BET)

The Next Big Thing - Best Male R&B Artist nominee Miguel showed love to the radio community backstage at the Shrine.    (Photo: Alberto E. Rodriguez/Getty Images For BET)

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The Next Big Thing - Best Male R&B Artist nominee Miguel showed love to the radio community backstage at the Shrine. (Photo: Alberto E. Rodriguez/Getty Images For BET)

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All Praises Due - Gospel Singer Y'Anna Crawley is a confirmed performer at this weekend's show. We can't wait to hear her lovely voice. (Photo: Alexandra Wyman/Getty Images For BET)

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All Praises Due - Gospel Singer Y'Anna Crawley is a confirmed performer at this weekend's show. We can't wait to hear her lovely voice. (Photo: Alexandra Wyman/Getty Images For BET)

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Lyte’s Voiceover Makeover - In 1996, Lyte began her very successful foray into voiceover work. She is now the voice behind such corporate giants as Coca-Cola, McDonald’s and Nike. Lyte also lent her pipes to Mattel Diva Stars “Chat Doll” Tia and she is the official voice for the annual VH1 Hip Hop Honors broadcast.  (Photo: Alberto E. Rodriguez/Getty Images For BET)

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Act Like You Know - Hip hop legend MC Lyte schooled folks on day one of the radio room. (Photo: Alberto E. Rodriguez/Getty Images For BET)

True Gentlemen  - Chicago music-store owner George Daniels and Farnsworth Bentley add a touch of class to the radio room.     (Photo: Alberto E. Rodriguez/Getty Images For BET)

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True Gentlemen - Chicago music-store owner George Daniels and Farnsworth Bentley add a touch of class to the radio room.  (Photo: Alberto E. Rodriguez/Getty Images For BET)

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Say What? - Singer Pleasure P enjoyed a spirited conversation inside the radio room.    (Photo: Alberto E. Rodriguez/Getty Images For BET)

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Say What? - Singer Pleasure P enjoyed a spirited conversation inside the radio room. (Photo: Alberto E. Rodriguez/Getty Images For BET)

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Soul Man - "My Girl's Gotta Girl" singer Ray Lavender represented in the radio room.(Photo: Alberto E. Rodriguez/Getty Images For BET)

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Soul Man - "My Girl's Gotta Girl" singer Ray Lavender represented in the radio room.(Photo: Alberto E. Rodriguez/Getty Images For BET)

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Still Got It - Singer Kenny Lattimore looked great when he visited the radio remote room backstage at the Shrine.   (Photo: Alberto E. Rodriguez/Getty Images For BET)

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Still Got It - Singer Kenny Lattimore looked great when he visited the radio remote room backstage at the Shrine. (Photo: Alberto E. Rodriguez/Getty Images For BET)

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Musical Royalty - Michael Jackson's nephew Austin Brown, youngest son of Rebbie Jackson, promoted his music and made his family proud. (Photo: Alberto E. Rodriguez/Getty Images For BET)

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Musical Royalty - Michael Jackson's nephew Austin Brown, youngest son of Rebbie Jackson, promoted his music and made his family proud. (Photo: Alberto E. Rodriguez/Getty Images For BET)

LOS ANGELES, CA - JUNE 29: Singer Tamia attends day 1 of the 2012 BET Awards Radio Room held at The Shrine Auditorium on June 29, 2012 in Los Angeles, California. (Photo: Alberto E. Rodriguez/Getty Images For BET)

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Tamia - Singer Tamia attends day one of the 2012 BET Awards Radio Room held at the Shrine Auditorium on June 29, 2012, in Los Angeles.(Photo: Alberto E. Rodriguez/Getty Images For BET)

Jessica Reedy - Singer Jessica Reedy attends day one of the 2012 BET Awards Radio Room held at the Shrine Auditorium on June 29, 2012, in Los Angeles.(Photo: Alberto E. Rodriguez/Getty Images For BET)

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Jessica Reedy - Singer Jessica Reedy attends day one of the 2012 BET Awards Radio Room held at the Shrine Auditorium on June 29, 2012, in Los Angeles.(Photo: Alberto E. Rodriguez/Getty Images For BET)

Charles Perry - Charles Perry attends day one of the 2012 BET Awards Radio Room held at the Shrine Auditorium on June 29, 2012, in Los Angeles.(Photo: Alberto E. Rodriguez/Getty Images For BET)

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Charles Perry - Charles Perry attends day one of the 2012 BET Awards Radio Room held at the Shrine Auditorium on June 29, 2012, in Los Angeles.(Photo: Alberto E. Rodriguez/Getty Images For BET)