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Kanye West is all smiles as he accepts the award for Best Group during the 2012 BET Awards held at The Shrine Auditorium on Sunday (July 1) in Los Angeles.

The 35-year-old recording artist accepted the award with friend and collaborator Jay-Z for their work as The Throne.

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Over the weekend, Kanye was spotted out enjoying the sunshine with girlfriend Kim Kardashian. The cute couple chatted and kept close on their romantic stroll.

The 2012 BET Awards are hosted by Samuel L. Jackson and include performances by Nicki Minaj and Usher. Watch the ceremony live, starting at 8/7c.

Willow Smith flashes a peace sign as she and big brother Jaden pose for a picture on the red carpet at the 2012 BET Awards held at The Shrine Auditorium on Sunday (July 1) in Los Angeles.

Willow, 11, is premiering her latest song, “I Am Me” tonight. She tweeted about it: “Thanks for the #IAMME Luv! This is for you guys!!!” along with a link to her song – listen below!

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This year’s BET Awards are hosted by Samuel L. Jackson and will include performances by Nicki Minaj and Chris Brown. The awards show airs live starting at 8/7c!