Most Memorable Moments

2009 BET Awards had some memorable moments.

Celebrate MJ - Jamie Foxx honors Michael Jackson, but still manages to sneak in a few jokes. When Diddy tries to sit down, he tells him, "Don't sit down. I'll moonwalk all over your *ss."

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Celebrate MJ - Jamie Foxx honors Michael Jackson, but still manages to sneak in a few jokes. When Diddy tries to sit down, he tells him, "Don't sit down. I'll moonwalk all over your *ss."

Baby Boy - Taraji P. Henson, Tyrese Gibson and Ving Rhames re-enact scenes from the John Singleton movie "Baby Boy."

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Baby Boy - Taraji P. Henson, Tyrese Gibson and Ving Rhames re-enact scenes from the John Singleton movie "Baby Boy."

Songbird - The '09 BET Awards was dedicated to the legendary Michael Jackson. While presenting an award with Anthony Anderson and Bobb'e J. Thompson, Keke Palmer surprised the audience with an impromptu rendition of Michael's "Who's Lovin' You."

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Songbird - The '09 BET Awards was dedicated to the legendary Michael Jackson. While presenting an award with Anthony Anderson and Bobb'e J. Thompson, Keke Palmer surprised the audience with an impromptu rendition of Michael's "Who's Lovin' You."

Poison - Bell Biv Devoe made a surprise appearance and brought the audience to their feet.

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Poison - Bell Biv Devoe made a surprise appearance and brought the audience to their feet.

Simply The Best - While accepting her award for Best Female R&B Artist, Beyonce gave a heartfelt speech thanking Michael Jackson for his inspiration.

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Simply The Best - While accepting her award for Best Female R&B Artist, Beyonce gave a heartfelt speech thanking Michael Jackson for his inspiration.

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Wifey - Tiny Cottle accepts the Viewers' Choice award for her boo, T.I., who is currently incarcerated. T.I. won for his hit single, "Live Your Life" featuring Rihanna.

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Wifey - Tiny Cottle accepts the Viewers' Choice award for her boo, T.I., who is currently incarcerated. T.I. won for his hit single, "Live Your Life" featuring Rihanna.

Alicia's Acceptance - Alicia Keys received the Humanitarian Award and talked about Michael Jackson's contributions to the world.

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Alicia's Acceptance - Alicia Keys received the Humanitarian Award and talked about Michael Jackson's contributions to the world.

Haitian Humanitarian - During his acceptance speech for the Humanitarian Award, Wyclef shared a story of the first time he met Michael Jackson. Michael left him speechless.

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Haitian Humanitarian - During his acceptance speech for the Humanitarian Award, Wyclef shared a story of the first time he met Michael Jackson. Michael left him speechless.

Uhuras - Zoe Saldana and Nichelle Nichols, the new school and old school Uhura of "Star Trek" fame, came together to present an award.

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Uhuras - Zoe Saldana and Nichelle Nichols, the new school and old school Uhura of "Star Trek" fame, came together to present an award.

Every Girl's The Best - Rapper/singer Drake wants to love every girl in the world. The young phenom performed his hit "You Da Best," before being joined by Lil' Wayne and his Young Money crew.

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Every Girl's The Best - Rapper/singer Drake wants to love every girl in the world. The young phenom performed his hit "You Da Best," before being joined by Lil' Wayne and his Young Money crew.

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Janet! - Janet Jackson brought the audience to tears when she made a surprise appearance and spoke on behalf of her family.

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Janet! - Janet Jackson brought the audience to tears when she made a surprise appearance and spoke on behalf of her family.

Weezy - Lil' Wayne snatches the award for Best Male Hip-Hop Artist.

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Weezy - Lil' Wayne snatches the award for Best Male Hip-Hop Artist.

Auto-Tune Killer - Jay-Z took the stage to perform his new single, "D.O.A. (Death of Auto-Tune)"... with a fresh new haircut.

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Auto-Tune Killer - Jay-Z took the stage to perform his new single, "D.O.A. (Death of Auto-Tune)"... with a fresh new haircut.

I'll Be There - After Janet's tear-jerking speech, Jamie Foxx and Ne-Yo performed the Jackson 5 classic "I'll Be There."

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I'll Be There - After Janet's tear-jerking speech, Jamie Foxx and Ne-Yo performed the Jackson 5 classic "I'll Be There."

Beat It - Jamie Foxx opens the show with his unique rendition of "Beat It."

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Beat It - Jamie Foxx opens the show with his unique rendition of "Beat It."