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10. Gia Peppers – looking spicy and stunning in a fiery red two-piece outfit! Gia killed the carpet with this fun.

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9. Monica – the singer looked like royalty, serving in an all black jumpsuit. Waist where?

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8. Chanelle Graham – Chanelle slayed in an elegant, African print two-piece. Her flared pants were tailored to perfection and cropped top tied flawlessly in the back, leaving a floor length train that gave us our life!

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7. India Arie – looking regal as always, India strutted the carpet in gorgeous African garb. Her locs were pinned up to perfection!

6. Raheem Devaugn – Reppin the men who love black girls who rock, Raheem came through drippin in a sharp and sexy pinned stripped suit and a pair of fly ass, black boots!

5. Merle Dandridge – Merle shined in a fabulously sparkly jumpsuit / showing off her amazing figure!

4. LaLa Milan – Queening, LaLa’s gown turned head and showed us why she’s a black girl who rocks!

3. Ciara – “CiCi” was elegant and chic as she walked the yellow carpet, dropped in gems! Her sleek, straight hair framed her face perfectly – giving us all the Ciara we love!

2. Mumu Fresh – Giving us royalty vibes as only she can, Mumu graced the carpet dripped in gold. Her stunning red hair turned heads, accessorized with gold florals.

1. Angela Bassett – the Queen Mother blesses every heart as she wakes the carpet, ready to embrace her Icon Award. She was flawless and POWERFUL in a shimmering, silver jumpsuit. She commanded the room even more with a fierce fro, reminding us all of the treasure she truly is!