Halle Berry, Chaka Khan among 2013 BET Honorees
Updated: 2012-12-21 10:54
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Cast member Halle Berry poses on the red carpet for the premiere of "Cloud Atlas" in Berlin November 5, 2012. [Photo/Agencies] |
Actress Halle Berry and musician Chaka Khan will be honored at the 2013 BET Honors.
The network announced Thursday that basketball star Lisa Leslie, music executive Clarence Avant and religious leader T.D. Jakes will also be celebrated at the Jan 12 event in Washington at the Warner Theatre. The special airs Feb 11.
BET Honors highlights African Americans performing at top levels in the areas of music, literature, entertainment, education and more.
Maya Angelou was among the honorees at this year's BET Honors. First Lady Michelle Obama presented her award.
Actress Gabrielle Union will host the special. Performers will be announced at a later date.
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