Mariah Carey, Nicki Minaj, others will perform at BET awards

theGRIO REPORT - The 2013 BET Awards are quickly approaching and stars are lining up for a night of unforgettable performances...

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The 2013 BET Awards are quickly approaching and stars are lining up for a night of unforgettable performances.

“Just announced: Mariah Carey, Ciara, India.Arie and Nicki Minaj will perform on the !! June 30 ,” tweeted Stephen Hill, the president of the TV network.

The women will join R. Kelly, Chris Brown and Kendrick Lamar, who have already been confirmed to perform.

Twenty awards will be given that night, ranging from “Video of the Year” to “Best New Artist” and “Best Collaboration,” to name a few.

Drake leads the pack with a total of 12 nominations while newcomers Azealia Banks, Kendrick Lamar and A$AP Rocky are in the running as well.

Chris Tucker is hosting this year’s show, which will take place on June 30 at the Nokia Theater in L.A. It will be broadcast live at 8 p.m. on BET.

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