Sunday's BET Awards To Be Dedicated To Michael Jackson

Access Hollywood - June 26, 2009 8:51 AM PDT

LOS ANGELES, Calif. -- This year's BET Awards will be dedicated to Michael Jackson, the network's chairman and CEO told Access Hollywood in a statement on Friday.

The news comes in response to Michael's surprising death at 50 years old on Thursday. The BET Awards are scheduled for this Sunday.

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"Words cannot capture the impact Michael Jackson has had on pop culture around the world. He changed the way we hear and feel and move to music; he epitomized what true musical talent and star power really mean. He is and always will be the King of Pop," Debra L. Lee, chairman and CEO of the network said in a statement. "Michael's influence is felt every day in so many ways at BET Networks, and it's been that way throughout our network's entire 29-year history. We watched him grow up, and he truly feels like he is a member of our family. He will be missed more than we can say... but his legend and memory live on in the artists, musicians, producers, dancers, fans, and everyone else who looks to him for inspiration."

"Our annual BET Awards show, scheduled for this Sunday in Los Angeles, is dedicated to Michael Jackson and will pay tribute to his legacy," she sadded. "All of us at BET Networks send our thoughts and prayers to the Jackson family."

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Jamie Foxx is set to host the awards show, with artists including Beyonce, Ne-Yo and Keyshia Cole set to perform.

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MORE ACCESS ON THESE TOPICS: Michael Jackson - Deaths - Awards Season - TV One - Music

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  • Kamal
    you are the one who i dont care
    report abuseposted June 28, 2009 8:59 PM PDT
  • Kamal
    you are the one who i dont care
    report abuseposted June 28, 2009 8:58 PM PDT
  • neshia21
    R.I.P MICHEAL JACKSON
    report abuseposted June 27, 2009 7:09 PM PDT
  • Angel
    MJ FOREVER!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
    report abuseposted June 26, 2009 11:02 AM PDT
  • Angel
    MJ FOREVER!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
    report abuseposted June 26, 2009 11:02 AM PDT
  • Tooter R
    Why! We will never forget the jaw dropping performances,the awe inspiring music,or the truely gentle soul of Michael Jackson.He will be remembered by the world.I hope the family,and the children of Michael can mourn in peace.May God bless you all and ease your pain.WE will love and miss you dearly.You have been a true inspiration to the world.Shame on all who slandered him!Goodby sweet Prince!
    report abuseposted June 26, 2009 10:58 AM PDT
  • C G
    no he was NOT a Muslim. He was a Jehovahs Witness
    report abuseposted June 26, 2009 10:45 AM PDT
  • Asana
    was mike a muslim?
    report abuseposted June 26, 2009 10:27 AM PDT
  • Asana
    Can some out there anser me this question....was mj a muslim?
    report abuseposted June 26, 2009 10:26 AM PDT
  • Asana
    am touched by the sudden death of mike.the world will miss you.love you.RIP MJ
    report abuseposted June 26, 2009 10:24 AM PDT
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