Bravo to Bet - Setting a New Trend

The much anticipated 2nd Annual BET Awards was certainly something to remember. If you missed it, it will be shown again on July 9th. Awards shows recently have been simply too silly, too long or just filled with speeches no one really wants to hear. The BET crew hit long on this one with Steve Harvey being the ever funny man and Cedric The Entertainer being simply the funniest dude on this planet. The musical performances were crisp and when Earth, Wind & Fire grabbed the mic, no one could stay in their seats. You know how we do. Did you see the show? Tell us what you think. Send comments to info@blackfilm.com.

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