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Kanye West claims two BET Awards
Rapper/producer Kanye West walked away with a pair of BET Awards on Tuesday (6/28) night, and was the only artist with multiple wins at the cable network's annual ceremony.
West took the statuettes for top male hip-hop artist, and won top video for "Jesus Walks."
Ciara , who was nominated in a field-leading four categories, took just one award, for best collaboration ("1, 2 Step," featuring Missy Elliott).
The BET Awards have a tradition of surprise openings, and this year was no exception, with The Fugees ' Lauryn Hill, Wyclef Jean and Pras Michael making their first televised performance together in many years. The trio played a 10-minute-plus medley of its hits.
Gladys Knight was presented with a special Lifetime Achievement Award, and also performed. Other performers included Stevie Wonder (with John Legend), Mariah Carey, Destiny's Child, T.I., Mike Jones and Ciara.
The show took place at the Kodak Theatre in Los Angeles. A complete list of winners follows:
Best Female Hip Hop
Remy Ma
Best Male Hip Hop
Kanye West
Best Collaboration
Ciara f/ Missy Elliott, "1, 2 Step"
Best Female R&B
Alicia Keys
Best Male R&B
Usher
Best Group
Destiny's Child
Best New Artist
John Legend
Best Gospel Artist
Donnie McClurkin
Video of the Year
Kanye West, "Jesus Walks"
Best Actress
Regina King
Best Actor
Jamie Foxx
Female Athlete of the Year
Serena Williams (tennis)
Male Athlete of the Year
Shaquille O'Neal (basketball)
BET.com Viewers' Choice Award
Omarion, "O"
