Sheila E., the Roots, D'Angelo Will Perform Prince Tribute at BET Awards

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June 7, 2016

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After the travesty that was Madonna’s performance at the Billboard Awards, BET announced its lineup for this year’s BET Awards.

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— BET (@BET) June 7, 2016

The award show, which airs June 26, will feature performances by Sheila E., the Roots, D’Angelo, Janelle Monáe and others.

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— BET (@BET) June 7, 2016

Others set to perform that night include Alicia Keys and Maxwell.

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