The night's leading nominee, Chris Brown, collected four awards in all at the Black Entertainment Television Awards on Sunday in Los Angeles, California.

The 21-year-old singer won a pair of prizes early in the show and two fan-voted awards at the end of the ceremony.

The 21-year-old singer won a pair of prizes early in the show and two fan-voted awards at the end of the ceremony.

Brown was named best male R&B artist and won best collaboration for his song "Look At Me Now" with Lil Wayne and Busta Rhymes.

Brown accepted the collaboration award after performing a medley that included the winning track.

Amid awards for the top artists, actors and athletes, Steve Harvey was recognized for his humanitarian work.

Patti LaBelle also accepted a special honor at Sunday's ceremony; Gladys Knight presented her with the Lifetime Achievement Award.

The 21-year-old singer won a pair of prizes early in the show and two fan-voted awards at the end of the ceremony.

The 67-year-old singer sang two tracks, including the breakthrough hit "Lady Marmalade."

Harvey and LaBelle were among dozens of artists recognized at the B-E-T Awards, which were presented at the Shrine Auditorium.

Nicki Minaj accepted her award for best female hip-hop artist.

Other winners included Jaden Smith and Willow Smith, who tied as winners of the Young Stars award.

But the show was really about the performances, which were plentiful.

Mary J. Blige opened the ceremony, performing her hits "All Night Long" and "Real Love" before being joined by Anita Baker.

Alicia Keys unveiled a new song, before lapsing into "A Woman's Worth," for which she was joined by Bruno Mars.