The 2013 BET Awards were held in L.A. with Atlanta bred comedian Chris Tucker serving as host (June 30, 2013).

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Many of the music industry’s biggest names were on hand for the June 30th event, which honored achievements in rap, hip-hop, R&B and more.

Performances included: Chris Brown, Nicki Minaj, Robin Thicke ft. Pharrell & T.I., Kendrick Lamar, Erykah Badu, Mariah Carey, Young Jeezy, R. Kelly, India.Arie & More.

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Chris Brown & Nicki Minaj

Robin Thicke, Pharrell & T.I.

R. Kelly

Mariah Carey, Miguel & Young Jeezy

Kendrick Lamar & Erykah Badu

Miguel & Kendrick Lamar

J. Cole & Miguel

Ciara & Nicki Minaj

Reggae/Dancehall Medley

Janelle Monáe

2 Chainz & A$AP Rocky

Charlie Wilson Tribute

Tamela Mann

Who gets your vote for best BET Awards performance for 2013?

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