The BET Awards, hosted by the Black Entertainment Television network, recognizes notable Black talent in the industry. Launched in 2001, the awards show has distributed wins across different genres, including entertainment and humanitarian acts. From Lil Kim, to Regina King, many celebrities have attended the BET Awards and usually deliver a standout outfit in the process. Here, WWD looks at some of the most remembered fashion moments from the BET Awards over the years.
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BET Awards Looks Throughout the Years, 2001
Image Credit: Getty Images Mary J. Blige at the first annual BET Awards on June 19 in Las Vegas. Blige won the award for “Best Female R&B” artist.
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BET Awards Looks Throughout the Years, 2001
Image Credit: Getty Images Regina King at the first annual BET Awards on June 19 in Las Vegas.
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BET Awards Looks Throughout the Years, 2001
Image Credit: Getty Images Shaquille O”Neal at the BET Awards on June 19, 2001 in Las Vegas.
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BET Awards Looks Throughout the Years, 2003
Image Credit: Getty Images La Toya Jackson at the BET Awards on June 24 in Los Angeles.
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BET Awards Looks Throughout the Years, 2003
Image Credit: Getty Images Kelly Rowland at the 2003 BET Awards on June 24 in Los Angeles.
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BET Awards Looks Throughout the Years, 2003
Image Credit: Getty Images Mya at the BET Awards on June 24 in Los Angeles.
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BET Awards Looks Throughout the Years, 2003
Image Credit: Getty Images Paris Hilton at the 2003 BET Awards on June 24 in Los Angeles.
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BET Awards Looks Throughout the Years, 2003
Image Credit: Getty Images Lil’ Kim at the BET Awards on June 24 in Los Angeles.
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BET Awards Looks Throughout the Years, 2005
Image Credit: Getty Images Halle Berry at the BET Awards on June 28 in Los Angeles.
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BET Awards Looks Throughout the Years, 2005
Image Credit: Getty Images Vivica A. Fox at the 2005 BET Awards on June 28 in Los Angeles.
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BET Awards Looks Throughout the Years, 2005
Image Credit: Getty Images (L-R) Beyoncé, Kelly Rowland and Michelle Williams at the 2005 BET Awards on June 28 in Los Angeles.
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BET Awards Looks Throughout the Years, 2005
Image Credit: Getty Images Alicia Keys at the BET Awards on June 28 in Los Angeles.
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BET Awards Looks Throughout the Years, 2015
Image Credit: Getty Images for BET Brandy at the 2015 BET Awards on June 28 in Los Angeles.
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BET Awards Looks Throughout the Years, 2015
Image Credit: Getty Images for BET Zendaya attends the 2015 BET Awards on June 28 in Los Angeles.
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BET Awards Looks Throughout the Years, 2015
Image Credit: Getty Images for BET Monica at the 2015 BET Awards on June 28 in Los Angeles.
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BET Awards Looks Throughout the Years, 2015
Image Credit: Getty Images for BET Karrueche at the 2015 BET Awards on June 28 in Los Angeles.
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BET Awards Looks Throughout the Years, 2015
Image Credit: Getty Images for BET (L-R) Russell Wilson, Ciara and Floyd Mayweather, Jr. at the 2015 BET Awards on June 28 in Los Angeles.
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BET Awards Looks Throughout the Years, 2019
Image Credit: Getty Images Mary J. Blige at the 2019 BET Awards on June 23 in Los Angeles.
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BET Awards Looks Throughout the Years, 2019
Image Credit: Getty Images for BET Doja Cat at the 2019 BET Awards on June 23 in Los Angeles.
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BET Awards Looks Throughout the Years, 2021
Image Credit: Getty Images,, Saweetie at the 2021 BET Awards on June 27 in Los Angeles.
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BET Awards Looks Throughout the Years, 2021
Image Credit: Getty Images,, Megan Thee Stallion in Jean Paul Gaultier at the 2021 BET Awards on June 27 in Los Angeles.
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BET Awards Looks Throughout the Years, 2021
Image Credit: Getty Images for BET Ciara wearing an Alexandre Vauthier catsuit the 2021 BET Awards on June 27 in Los Angeles.