Michael Jackson’s father Joe Jackson wasn’t invited but showed up anyways to the 2009 BET Awards. He was there to represent the Jackson family during the awards show who payed tribute to the late Michael Jackson.
Though ticketless, Joe Jackson was ushered through the red carpet to the front of the stage seating next to Jay-Z and Beyonce. The 2009 BET Awards payed special tribute to the life and music of Michael.
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Though he didn’t take home anything at the BET Awards he did manage to steal the spotlight during the ‘take you picture in front of some photographers before the show event.’ Him and girlfriend/model Amber Rose chose to be colour co-ordinated for the Awards show.

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As you all know the BET Awards were tonight and it was all a great tribute to the late Michael Jackson. Well right now I’m just going to list this years winners. Stay tuned for more posts on the Awards.

Male R&B Artist: Ne-Yo.
Female R&B Artist: Beyonce.
Group: Day 26.
Collaboration: "Blame It," Jamie Foxx featuring T-Pain.
Male Hip Hop Artist: Lil Wayne.
Female Hip Hop Artist: M.I.A.
New Artist: Keri Hilson.
Gospel Artist: Mary Mary.
Video of the Year: "Single Ladies (Put a Ring On It)," Beyonce.
Video Director of the Year: Benny Boom.
Actor: Will Smith.
Actress: Taraji P. …read more

Hey guys! The nominees for the 2009 BET Awards have finally been announced and we’ve got some great people up for awards this year. The usual suspects are doing pretty well. We’ve got Kanye West, T.I. and Lil Wayne getting a good amount of nominations.
New artist, Jazmine Sullivan, is also doing pretty well for herself, being nominated in three categories. Beyoncé’s got a good amount as well. Check out the list and let me know if you have any predictions. It’s a pretty tight competition for Best Male Hip Hop Artist. We’ll just have to wait and see what happens! …read more