4TH ANNUAL BLACK GIRLS ROCK! AWARDS

Red Carpet fashion from the 2009 Black Girls Rock Awards

Black Girls Rock! - Hollywood's finest came out to the 2009 Black Girls Rock! Awards. Check out our exclusive photos!<BR><BR><BR>Photos by: Jaecyne Howell (MoonRisingNYC.com)

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Black Girls Rock! - Hollywood's finest came out to the 2009 Black Girls Rock! Awards. Check out our exclusive photos!<BR><BR><BR>Photos by: Jaecyne Howell (MoonRisingNYC.com)

DJ Beverly Bond - Founder of Black Girls Rock!, DJ Beverly Bond graced the red carpet in all black, accented with a vintage necklace.&lt;BR&gt;&lt;BR&gt;&lt;BR&gt;Photos by: Jaecyne Howell (MoonRisingNYC.com)

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DJ Beverly Bond - Founder of Black Girls Rock!, DJ Beverly Bond graced the red carpet in all black, accented with a vintage necklace.<BR><BR><BR>Photos by: Jaecyne Howell (MoonRisingNYC.com)

Tracee Ellis Ross - Tracee Ellis Ross, a host of the show, dazzled in a dark gray dress with jeweled shoulders.&lt;BR&gt;&lt;BR&gt;&lt;BR&gt;Photos by: Jaecyne Howell (MoonRisingNYC.com)

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Tracee Ellis Ross - Tracee Ellis Ross, a host of the show, dazzled in a dark gray dress with jeweled shoulders.<BR><BR><BR>Photos by: Jaecyne Howell (MoonRisingNYC.com)

Jacque Reid - Jacque Reid posed for the camera in a black leather jacket over a blue dress and black tights.&lt;BR&gt;&lt;BR&gt;&lt;BR&gt;Photos by: Jaecyne Howell (MoonRisingNYC.com)

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Jacque Reid - Jacque Reid posed for the camera in a black leather jacket over a blue dress and black tights.<BR><BR><BR>Photos by: Jaecyne Howell (MoonRisingNYC.com)

Karina Pasian - Young R&B singer Karina Pasian wore a purple asymmetrical wrap dress, tied in a bow at the shoulder.&lt;BR&gt;&lt;BR&gt;&lt;BR&gt;Photos by: Jaecyne Howell (MoonRisingNYC.com)

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Karina Pasian - Young R&B singer Karina Pasian wore a purple asymmetrical wrap dress, tied in a bow at the shoulder.<BR><BR><BR>Photos by: Jaecyne Howell (MoonRisingNYC.com)

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Anthony Hamilton - Receiving the &quot;Soul Brother #1&quot; award, Anthony Hamilton, joined by his son, showed love for his Black girls, wearing black slacks and a black leather jacket.&lt;BR&gt;&lt;BR&gt;&lt;BR&gt;Photos by: Jaecyne Howell (MoonRisingNYC.com)

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Anthony Hamilton - Receiving the "Soul Brother #1" award, Anthony Hamilton, joined by his son, showed love for his Black girls, wearing black slacks and a black leather jacket.<BR><BR><BR>Photos by: Jaecyne Howell (MoonRisingNYC.com)

Mary J. Blige - Mary J. Blige, escorted by her husband rocked the red carpet wearing all black, with a studded black top, before receiving the “Icon” award.&lt;BR&gt;&lt;BR&gt;&lt;BR&gt;Photos by: Jaecyne Howell (MoonRisingNYC.com)

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Mary J. Blige - Mary J. Blige, escorted by her husband rocked the red carpet wearing all black, with a studded black top, before receiving the “Icon” award.<BR><BR><BR>Photos by: Jaecyne Howell (MoonRisingNYC.com)

Raven-Symone - Raven-Symone showed off those curves in a sleek black dress with cut-out shoulders and a draped front. She won the “Young, Gifted & Black” award.&lt;BR&gt;&lt;BR&gt;&lt;BR&gt;Photos by: Jaecyne Howell (MoonRisingNYC.com)

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Raven-Symone - Raven-Symone showed off those curves in a sleek black dress with cut-out shoulders and a draped front. She won the “Young, Gifted & Black” award.<BR><BR><BR>Photos by: Jaecyne Howell (MoonRisingNYC.com)

Dr. Sonia Sanchez - Dr. Sonia Sanchez made a red carpet appearance before receiving the &quot;Living Legend&quot; award.&lt;BR&gt;&lt;BR&gt;&lt;BR&gt;Photos by: Jaecyne Howell (MoonRisingNYC.com)

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Dr. Sonia Sanchez - Dr. Sonia Sanchez made a red carpet appearance before receiving the "Living Legend" award.<BR><BR><BR>Photos by: Jaecyne Howell (MoonRisingNYC.com)

Naomi Campbell - The sexy supermodel and “Fashionista” award recipient wore a black and burgundy Alexander Wang dress with a brown fur shoulder wrap.&lt;BR&gt;&lt;BR&gt;&lt;BR&gt;Photos by: Jaecyne Howell (MoonRisingNYC.com)

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Naomi Campbell - The sexy supermodel and “Fashionista” award recipient wore a black and burgundy Alexander Wang dress with a brown fur shoulder wrap.<BR><BR><BR>Photos by: Jaecyne Howell (MoonRisingNYC.com)

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Columbus Short - Columbus Short also represented for the guys in a gray and plaid vest with a white button-down shirt and denim jeans.&lt;BR&gt;&lt;BR&gt;&lt;BR&gt;Photos by: Jaecyne Howell (MoonRisingNYC.com)

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Columbus Short - Columbus Short also represented for the guys in a gray and plaid vest with a white button-down shirt and denim jeans.<BR><BR><BR>Photos by: Jaecyne Howell (MoonRisingNYC.com)

Lindsay Cannon - The adorable young beauty was super-cute in a black dress with silver embellishments and a cluster of necklaces and bracelets.&lt;BR&gt;&lt;BR&gt;&lt;BR&gt;Photos by: Jaecyne Howell (MoonRisingNYC.com)

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Lindsay Cannon - The adorable young beauty was super-cute in a black dress with silver embellishments and a cluster of necklaces and bracelets.<BR><BR><BR>Photos by: Jaecyne Howell (MoonRisingNYC.com)

Melanie Fiona - Performer Melanie Fiona dressed-up in a black off-the-shoulder Herve Leger dress with sequin accents.&lt;BR&gt;&lt;BR&gt;&lt;BR&gt;Photos by: Jaecyne Howell (MoonRisingNYC.com)

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Melanie Fiona - Performer Melanie Fiona dressed-up in a black off-the-shoulder Herve Leger dress with sequin accents.<BR><BR><BR>Photos by: Jaecyne Howell (MoonRisingNYC.com)

Queen Latifah - The multi-talented beauty and “Rock Star” award winner showed her queen status in black animal print leggings, a black top and black cut-out heels.&lt;BR&gt;&lt;BR&gt;&lt;BR&gt;Photos by: Jaecyne Howell (MoonRisingNYC.com)

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Queen Latifah - The multi-talented beauty and “Rock Star” award winner showed her queen status in black animal print leggings, a black top and black cut-out heels.<BR><BR><BR>Photos by: Jaecyne Howell (MoonRisingNYC.com)

Regina King - Actress Regina King, who hosted alongside Tracee Ellis Ross, hit the awards show in a sleeveless mock-neck dress with gold accessories.&lt;BR&gt;&lt;BR&gt;&lt;BR&gt;Photos by: Jaecyne Howell (MoonRisingNYC.com)

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Regina King - Actress Regina King, who hosted alongside Tracee Ellis Ross, hit the awards show in a sleeveless mock-neck dress with gold accessories.<BR><BR><BR>Photos by: Jaecyne Howell (MoonRisingNYC.com)

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Ryan Leslie - Ryan Leslie was also in attendance wearing dark denim jeans and tan hi-top lace-ups.&lt;BR&gt;&lt;BR&gt;&lt;BR&gt;Photos by: Jaecyne Howell (MoonRisingNYC.com)

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Ryan Leslie - Ryan Leslie was also in attendance wearing dark denim jeans and tan hi-top lace-ups.<BR><BR><BR>Photos by: Jaecyne Howell (MoonRisingNYC.com)

June Ambrose - Celebrity stylist, June Ambrose, wore a black sleeveless top with a black diamond cut-out skirt.&lt;BR&gt;&lt;BR&gt;&lt;BR&gt;Photos by: Jaecyne Howell (MoonRisingNYC.com)

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June Ambrose - Celebrity stylist, June Ambrose, wore a black sleeveless top with a black diamond cut-out skirt.<BR><BR><BR>Photos by: Jaecyne Howell (MoonRisingNYC.com)

DJ Cassidy - DJ Cassidy also showed love to his Black girls in a brown tweed suit and white sneakers.&lt;BR&gt;&lt;BR&gt;&lt;BR&gt;Photos by: Jaecyne Howell (MoonRisingNYC.com)

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DJ Cassidy - DJ Cassidy also showed love to his Black girls in a brown tweed suit and white sneakers.<BR><BR><BR>Photos by: Jaecyne Howell (MoonRisingNYC.com)

Iyanla Vanzant - “Shot Caller,” award winner and inspirational teacher, Iyanla Vanzant, was elegantly dressed in an off-white skirt and top, beautifully accented with lace and ruffles.&lt;BR&gt;&lt;BR&gt;&lt;BR&gt;Photos by: Jaecyne Howell (MoonRisingNYC.com)

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Iyanla Vanzant - “Shot Caller,” award winner and inspirational teacher, Iyanla Vanzant, was elegantly dressed in an off-white skirt and top, beautifully accented with lace and ruffles.<BR><BR><BR>Photos by: Jaecyne Howell (MoonRisingNYC.com)

Janelle Monae - Janelle Monae brought her good vibes in her signature black and white tuxedo-style look. The R&B singer was the recipient of the “Who Got Next?” award.&lt;BR&gt;&lt;BR&gt;&lt;BR&gt;Photos by: Jaecyne Howell (MoonRisingNYC.com)

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Janelle Monae - Janelle Monae brought her good vibes in her signature black and white tuxedo-style look. The R&B singer was the recipient of the “Who Got Next?” award.<BR><BR><BR>Photos by: Jaecyne Howell (MoonRisingNYC.com)

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Andre Harrell - Media exec and founder of Uptown Records, Andre Harrell hit the red carpet in a suave black and white suit.&lt;BR&gt;&lt;BR&gt;&lt;BR&gt;Photos by: Jaecyne Howell (MoonRisingNYC.com)

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Andre Harrell - Media exec and founder of Uptown Records, Andre Harrell hit the red carpet in a suave black and white suit.<BR><BR><BR>Photos by: Jaecyne Howell (MoonRisingNYC.com)

Queen Latifah & Beverly Bond - The Queen stops and shares a candid moment with DJ Beverly Bond.&lt;BR&gt;&lt;BR&gt;&lt;BR&gt;Photos by: Jaecyne Howell (MoonRisingNYC.com)

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Queen Latifah & Beverly Bond - The Queen stops and shares a candid moment with DJ Beverly Bond.<BR><BR><BR>Photos by: Jaecyne Howell (MoonRisingNYC.com)