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The most daring looks celebrities have worn at the BET Awards over the years

Amanda Krause,Celia FernandezJun 30, 2022, 21:45 IST

Destiny's Child at the BET Awards on June 19, 2001.Jim Smeal/Getty Images

  • Since the BET Awards started in 2001, celebrities have embraced daring looks on the red carpet.
  • The stars have worn dresses with sheer panels and two-piece sets with thigh-high slits.
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Destiny's Child attended the inaugural BET Awards in 2001 wearing see-through gowns.

Destiny's Child at the 2001 BET Awards.Jim Smeal/Getty Images

Taraji P. Henson took an edgier approach the following year in a butterfly-shaped top made from leather and lace-up pants.

Taraji P. Henson at the 2002 BET Awards.Steve Granitz/Getty Images
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3LW's coordinated outfits were each bold in their own way.

3LW at the 2002 BET Awards.Gregg DeGuire/Getty Images

At the 2003 BET Awards, LoToya Jackson wore a two-piece set that was as daring as it was whimsical.

LaToya Jackson at the 2003 BET Awards.Gregg DeGuire/Getty Images
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Similarly, Lil' Kim wore a bikini on the red carpet that year.

Lil' Kim at the 2003 BET Awards.Gregg DeGuire/Getty Images

Da Brat took a more quirky approach to her bold red-carpet look.

Da Brat at the 2003 BET Awards.Gregg DeGuire/Getty Images
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Malinda Williams stood out at the 2004 event in a backless, blue minidress.

Malinda Williams at the 2004 BET Awards.Jean-Paul Aussenard/Getty Images

It was hard to look away from Bootsy Collins, who arrived in a purple, snakeskin suit and top hat.

Bootsy Collins at the 2004 BET Awards.Steve Granitz/Getty Images
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Mayra Veronica's red-carpet look in 2006 included multiple daring trends.

Mayra Veronica at the 2008 BET Awards.Jon Kopaloff/Getty Images

In 2007, Beyoncé shined in a sequin-covered dress and metal corset.

Beyoncé at the 2007 BET Awards.Lester Cohen/Getty Images
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Cassie's little black dress in 2009 had a bodice covered in small tears.

Cassie at the 2009 BET Awards.Jason LaVeris/Getty Images

For the 2011 BET Awards, Nicki Minaj wore a mismatched outfit.

Nicki Minaj at the 2011 BET Awards.Maury Phillips/Getty Images
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At the 2013 BET Awards, Dawn Richards walked the red carpet in a white dress with sheer details.

Dawn Richards at the 2012 BET Awards.Jason LaVeris/FilmMagic

Meagan Good looked fabulous in a royal-blue dress at the 2013 BET Awards.

Meagan Good at the 2013 BET Awards.Jason LaVeris/FilmMagic
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Zendaya arrived at the 2014 BET Awards in a coordinated blue-and-black outfit.

Zendaya at the 2014 BET Awards.Kevin Mazur/BET/Getty Images for BET

Ashanti went for a revealing look at the 2014 awards show in a white lace dress.

Ashanti at the 2014 BET Awards.Earl Gibson III/Getty Images for BET
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Paris Hilton stood out at the 2014 awards show in this white dress.

Paris Hilton at the 2014 BET Awards.Earl Gibson III/Getty Images for BET

Keke Palmer went for a futuristic look in this white-and-gold minidress at the 2014 BET Awards.

Keke Palmer at the 2014 BET Awards.Michael Buckner/Getty Images for BET
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Lala Anthony looked striking in this sheer, bronze-colored dress at the 2017 awards show.

Lala Anthony at the 2017 BET Awards.C Flanigan/Getty Images

Janelle Monae stood out on the 2018 red carpet in this floor-length gown with a ruffled, rainbow skirt.

Janelle Monae at the 2018 BET Awards.Prince Williams/Getty Images
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Tyra Banks struck a pose in a gold jumpsuit at the 2018 BET Awards.

Tyra Banks at the 2018 BET Awards.Michael Tran/FilmMagic

Doja Cat attended the 2019 BET Awards in a bold pink ensemble.

Doja Cat the 2019 BET Awards.Leon Bennett/FilmMagic
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Megan Thee Stallion wore a belly-dancer-inspired ensemble at the 2019 BET Awards.

Megan Thee Stallion at the 2019 BET Awards.Rodin Eckenroth/WireImage

Lala Anthony also turned heads at the 2019 BET Awards in a black-and-gold dress.

Lala Anthony at the 2019 BET Awards.Rodin Eckenroth/WireImage
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Megan Thee Stallion attended the virtual 2020 BET Awards in a revealing black dress.

Megan Thee Stallion at the 2020 BET Awards.BET Awards 2020/Getty Images via Getty Images

Saweetie went for a pop of color at the 2019 awards show.

Saweetie at the 2019 BET Awards.Rodin Eckenroth/WireImage
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Lil Nas X looked incredible in a light-blue Pier Moss suit at the 2019 awards show.

Lil Nas X at the 2019 BET Awards.Rodin Eckenroth/WireImage

Saweetie turned heads in a purple Dolce & Gabbana gown at the 2021 BET Awards.

Saweetie at the 2021 BET Awards.Amy Sussman/FilmMagic
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Chloe Bailey looked striking in a fishnet dress at the 2021 BET Awards.

Chloe Bailey at the 2021 BET Awards.Aaron J. Thornton/Getty Images

Lil Nas X embraced the no-shirt trend in this blue-and-white, three-piece suit at the 2021 awards show.

Lil Nas X at the 2021 BET Awards.Aaron J. Thornton/Getty Images
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Taraji P. Henson arrived at the 2021 BET Awards in an Atelier Versace gown.

Taraji P. Henson at the 2021 BET Awards.Paras Griffin/Getty Images for BET

Megan Thee Stallion put a daring spin on a classic look in a white Jean Paul Gaultier dress.

Megan Thee Stallion at the 2021 BET Awards.Paras Griffin/Getty Images for BET
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Tyler the Creator stood out in a leopard-print vest at the 2021 awards show.

Tyler the Creator at the 2021 BET Awards.Amy Sussman/FilmMagic

Lizzo went for a dramatic look at the 2022 awards show in a navy gown.

Lizzo at the 2022 BET Awards.Momodu Mansaray/WireImage
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Blac Chyna arrived at the 2022 awards show wearing a head-to-toe gold look.

Blac Chyna at the 2022 BET Awards.Rodin Eckenroth/FilmMagic

Summer Walker turned heads in a black-and-gold look inspired by traditional Hmong jewelry.

Summer Walker at the 2022 BET Awards.Aaron J. Thornton/Getty Images for BET
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Saucy Santana wore a monochromatic look made up of a blazer and furry green boots.

Saucy Santana at the 2022 BET Awards.Paras Griffin/Getty Images for BET

Janelle Monae looked stunning in a black bralette and sheer skirt.

Janelle Monáe at the 2022 BET Awards.Paras Griffin/Getty Images for BET
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Coi Leray wore a double-denim outfit with a bra top and shorts at the 2022 awards show.

Coi Leray at the 2022 BET Awards.Paras Griffin/Getty Images for BET

Lena Waithe went for a bold look in this unique pastel suit.

Lena Waithe at the 2022 BET Awards.Amy Sussman/Getty Images
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Shaun Ross wore an all-black look at the 2022 BET Awards.

Shaun Ross attends the 2022 BET Awards in Los Angeles, California.Aaron J. Thornton/Getty Images for BET
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