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Tyrese, Taraji Henson join BET Awards 09

Fresh off Transformers 2: Revenge of the Fallen, Tyrese Gibson has become the latest addition to a growing list of acts slated to participate at the BET Awards.

Gibson, joined by recently added performers Trey Songz ("I Need A Girl"), Keyshia Cole ("Playa Cardz Right"), Monica  ("Trust") and Keri Hilson ("Knock You Down"), is due to take the stage for a special performance Sunday.

Also joining in on the fun, without singing a note, Taraji P. Henson, Tyra Banks, Sherri Shepherd ('The View'), Anthony Anderson, KeKe Palmer ('True Jackson VP'), Ving Rhames, Zoe Saldana and Marlon Wayans will present awards during the annual broadcast. (pictured: Taraji P. Henson and Tyrese Gibson at the premiere of 'The Taking of Pelham 123')

As reported earlier this month, Jamie Foxx ("Blame It") will both host and perform during the show. Former "No One" singer Alicia Keys will be honored, as will Wyclef Jean, with a 2009 BET Humanitarian Award.

Iconic R&B/Soul group The O'Jays will be honored with a Lifetime Achievement Award.

Again, the  BET Awards 09' air Sunday, June 28 only on BET!

 

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