Behind the Promo Photo Shoot with Jamie

See what Jamie Foxx has in store for this year's awards.

Recognize the Host: Jamie Foxx - Jamie's Official 2009 BET Awards Promo Shoot!

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Recognize the Host: Jamie Foxx - Jamie's Official 2009 BET Awards Promo Shoot!

Family Friendly - Jamie Foxx says the “family friendly” BET Awards is a place where “every squirrel should get a nut.”

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Family Friendly - Jamie Foxx says the “family friendly” BET Awards is a place where “every squirrel should get a nut.”

Jamie’s Gift Baskets - Jamie extends gift baskets in advance to anyone he might offend while hosting the BET Awards; because “nothing is off limits.”

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Jamie’s Gift Baskets - Jamie extends gift baskets in advance to anyone he might offend while hosting the BET Awards; because “nothing is off limits.”

Jamie’s Lounge - Jamie acts as the “Black Hugh Hefner," entertaining gorgeous young ladies around the piano.

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Jamie’s Lounge - Jamie acts as the “Black Hugh Hefner," entertaining gorgeous young ladies around the piano.

Any Requests? - Not only is he here to ensure a good time, he’s also taking song requests from the ladies.

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Any Requests? - Not only is he here to ensure a good time, he’s also taking song requests from the ladies.

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In the Key of C, Please! - Panda takes over for Jamie and finishes playing a selection on the piano.

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In the Key of C, Please! - Panda takes over for Jamie and finishes playing a selection on the piano.

Jamie and 88 Keys - Jamie is serious when it comes to his music.

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Jamie and 88 Keys - Jamie is serious when it comes to his music.

Ladies’ Man - Jamie flexes all his muscles while showing off for his lovely co-stars.

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Ladies’ Man - Jamie flexes all his muscles while showing off for his lovely co-stars.

Showtime - “Entertainment Tonight’s” Kevin Frazier interviews Jamie Foxx about his new gig as host of this year’s BET Awards.

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Showtime - “Entertainment Tonight’s” Kevin Frazier interviews Jamie Foxx about his new gig as host of this year’s BET Awards.

Jamie Throws a Party… - …and everyone is invited!

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Jamie Throws a Party… - …and everyone is invited!

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Parched - Jamie had his throat cooled with a tall glass of water.

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Parched - Jamie had his throat cooled with a tall glass of water.

Jamie’s First Love, Music - Jamie plays the piano while creating a new tune to promote this year’s BET Awards. Take it away, Jamie!

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Jamie’s First Love, Music - Jamie plays the piano while creating a new tune to promote this year’s BET Awards. Take it away, Jamie!