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Ledisi, Naomi Campbell, Lena Waithe, Mary J. Blige, Queen Latifah, Beverly Bond and Tarana Burke stand next to one another in clothing of different colors on black stage in front of black and orange background

Don't Miss These Powerful 'Black Girls Rock!' Highlights

From speeches by Tarana Burke and Janet Jackson to an all-star tribute to the late Aretha Franklin, here are just a few reasons why this annual award show rocks.

Sameer Rao Sep 10, 2018 11:14AM EDT

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WATCH: Issa Rae, Maxine Waters, Solange Pay Tribute to Greatness of Black Women at 'Black Girls Rock!'

These must-see speeches from BET’s awards show celebrated Black women in all their brilliance, resilience and complexity.

Sameer Rao Aug 23, 2017 11:32AM EDT

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BET to Honor Excellence at 'Black Girls Rock!' Ceremony

Taraji P. Henson hosts the annual awards and concert special, whose 2017 honorees include Issa Rae and Maxine Waters.

Sameer Rao Aug 22, 2017 11:27AM EDT

ICYMI: WATCH Andra Day 'Rise Up' With Powerful 'Black Girls Rock!' Performance

Day performed for the 10th anniversary celebration of youth empowerment non-profit “Black Girls Rock!,” which honored Shonda Rimes and Amandla Stenberg, among others.

Sameer Rao Apr 6, 2016 2:14PM EDT

Cicely Tyson Shares Gems at 'Black Girls Rock Award Ceremony

The legendary actress is here for another generation of women.

Qimmah Saafir Mar 30, 2015 1:30PM EDT

Janelle Monáe On Being a Former Maid and Why She Still Wears a Uniform

The singer-songwriter delivered the most moving speech of the evening at the BLACK GIRLS ROCK! 2012 awards ceremony.

Jorge Rivas Nov 5, 2012 4:44AM EST