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    From Ye to Monáe, the 5 moments that stole the 2022 BET Awards show

    by Nardine Saad, Los Angeles Times Jun 27, 2022 4 minutes
    Jussie Smollett attends the 2022 BET Awards at Microsoft Theater on June 26, 2022, in Los Angeles, California.

    The 2022 BET Awards ceremony on Sunday saw plenty of young artists pay their respects to veteran performers, as well as nationwide hot topics like Roe vs. Wade and gun safety.

    Returning to the Microsoft Theater in Los Angeles, the star-powered show was hosted by “Empire” star Taraji P. Henson, who said the evening was meant to celebrate “Black excellence.” The ceremony kicked off with Lizzo’s electric performance of her summer hit “It’s About Damn Time,” which included the singer’s viral, TikTok-famous choreography.

    Here’s a look at some of the night’s other key moments:

    -- Janelle Monáe flips off the U.S. Supreme Court

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