Clarence Avant: Entrepreneur Award - With a career that spans over five decades, BET celebrates the Godfather of Black Music as an entrepreneur, music industry pioneer and mentor. (Photo: Charley Gallay/Getty Images for NAACP)
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Halle Berry: Service Award - BET celebrates Hollywood's leading lady for her service and humanitarian efforts to over 10 non-profit organizations, including Diabetes Aware. (Photo: REUTERS/Maxim Shemetov/LANDOV)
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T.D. Jakes: Education Award - Jakes' mega ministry is rooted in servicing, enlightening and advancing the communities it serves. BET celebrates Jakes as an visionary making a difference through education. (Photo: Courtesy T.D. Jakes)
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Lisa Leslie: Athletics Award - Her 12-year WNBA career saw the 6-foot-5 force break records and barriers and wrack up accolades. Now BET celebrates her career and pioneer status in women's basketball. (Photo: Jason Kempin/Getty Images for The Buoniconti Fund To Cure Paralysis)
Photo: Jason Kempin/Getty Images for The Buoniconti Fund To Cure Paralysis
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Chaka Khan: Musical Excellence Award - Ten Grammys, countless No. 1 hits and often referenced as an idol to today's R&B divas, BET celebrates the Queen of Funk-Soul for her musical excellence. (Photo: Michael Buckner/Getty Images For BET)
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