Beverly Bond and BET's "Black Girls Rock! (2010)"

"Black Girls Rock!"



After witnessing last night's event, yes they do!

Here are some photos and performances from Beverly Bond's "Black Girls Rock!" event that broadcasted last night on BET. Sunday night marked the fifth, but first ever televised "Black Girls Rock!".



Hosted by actress Nia Long, the event highlighted the positive achievements of women of color. In an effort to highlight the diverse spectrum that comprises women of color, "Black Girls Rock!" celebrates and honors the brilliance of black women around the country for their achievements.



“This historic partnership with BET marks the beginning of an empowerment movement for women of color across the globe because 'Black Girls Rock' all over the world. Our girls are not being told how amazing they really are or how amazing they really can be. It is time that we start telling them. It is time that we start shouting out to the entire world that 'We Black Girls Rock!'" - Beverly Bond, founder/chief executive officer/executive producer of "Black Girls Rock!"

Here is a list of recipients of "Black Girls Rock!" awards from last night:


Actress/singer/producer, Raven Symone received the "Young, Gifted & Black" award.


Hip-Hop/R&B artist, Missy Elliott received the "Visionary" award.


Actress/singer Keke Palmer was the recipient of the "Who Got Next?" award.


Iconic actress Ruby Dee was named a "Living Legend".


Teresa Clarke, founder of Africa.com, received the "Shot Caller" award.


Major General Marcelite J. Harris, who was the highest ranking woman officer in the Air Force and the the country's highest ranking African-American woman in the Department of Defense, was the recipient of the "Trailblazer" award.


Rev. Dr. Iyanla Vanzant received the "Motivator" award.



A few of the performers included Monica, Shontelle, Fantasia, Kelly Price, Keyshia Cole, Keri Hilson, Marsha Ambrosius, Jill Scott, Ledisi, and VV Brown.





In one of the most memorable moments of the night, Kelly Price, Marsha Ambrosius, Jill Scott, and Ledisi sing a rendition of Nina Simone's "Four Women".

Here are some more performances below:

Jill Scott - "Golden"


Keri Hilson - "Breaking Point"


Monica - "Still Standing"


Shontelle - "Impossible"


Keyshia Cole - "I Remember"


Fantasia, Marsha Ambrosius, Ledisi, & Kelly Price - "Brand New Day"/"I'm Every Woman"

To learn more about the "Black Girls Rock!" foundation, you can visit their website here.

I must admit, I applaud BET's recent efforts in improving it's programming. With "Black Girls Rock", The View-esque "My Black Is Beautiful", the comeback of BET News in the form of "Conversations with Ed Gordon", and the re-launch of "The Game" in January 2011, BET has taking considerable action against the numerous complaints they have received about their programming. I just hope they keep the ball rolling.