2011 BET Awards

Eve sports a long braid and leather pants for the 2011 BET Awards held at the Shrine Auditorium in Los Angeles, California.

Singer/songwriter Keri Hilson arrives at the 2011 BET Awards held at the Shrine Auditorium in Los Angeles California.

Jayceon Terrell Taylor, better known as The Game -- or his former stage name The Game -- arrives at the 2011 BET Awards held at the Shrine Auditorium in Los Angeles, California.

Busta Rhymes arrives at the 2011 BET Awards held at the Shrine Auditorium in Los Angeles, California

Chris Brown, 

Brown made another interesting style statement when he took the stage to sing "She Ain't You" in this bizarre gray getup.

Kevin Hart arrives to host the 2011 BET Awards held at the Shrine Auditorium in Los Angeles, California.

Kerry Washington arrives at the 2011 BET Awards held at the Shrine Auditorium in Los Angeles, California.

Mary J. Blige kicked off the show with a performance of her hit "Mary's Joint." She also brought legendary songstress Anita Baker onstage to join her in a duet.

Lloyd dons an interesting ensemble at the 2011 BET Awards held at the Shrine Auditorium in Los Angeles, California.

Beyonce's one-time bandmate Kelly Rowland arrives at the 2011 BET Awards held at the Shrine Auditorium in Los Angeles, California.

Teen superstar Justin Bieber arrives at the 2011 BET awards held at the Shrine Auditorium in Los Angeles, California, wearing a dated denim vest.

Hip-hop star Drake arrives at the 2011 BET Awards held at the Shrine Auditorium in Los Angeles, California.

Best Female Hip-Hop Artist winner Nicki Minaj rocks a sleek bob upon arriving at the 2011 BET Awards held at the Shrine Auditorium in Los Angeles, California.

Ne-Yo pops a pose on the green carpet at the 2011 BET Awards held at the Shrine Auditorium in Los Angeles, California.

"America's Got Talent" host, and new dad Nick Cannon arrives at the 2011 BET Awards held at the Shrine Auditorium in Los Angeles, California.

Former Destiny's Child member Michelle Williams arrives at the 2011 BET Awards held at the Shrine Auditorium in Los Angeles, California.

Nelly arrives at the 2011 BET Awards held at the Shrine Auditorium in Los Angeles.

Chris Brown, 

While it was a hot and sunny day in Los Angeles, Chris Brown went a little too casual at the 2011 BET Awards. The singer sported a white T-shirt, bizarre silver neck wrap, and denim shorts to accept his trophy for Best Male R&B Artist. "My fans are everything to me," he said. "I do this only for them. I appreciate all the support. I know it's been a long road, so I appreciate every blessing in front of me."

 

Siblings Willow and Jaden Smith -- who tied to win the Young Stars Award -- arrive together at the 2011 BET Awards held at the Shrine Auditorium in Los Angeles.