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http://www.eurweb.com/story/eur40243.cfm BET's "Celebration of Gospel," featuring performances by Kirk Franklin, Yolanda Adams and many others, premieres Jan. 27 at 8 p.m. ET/PT. The event was hosted by Steve Harvey and taped at the historic Orpheum Theatre in Los Angeles.
“This show has made me a better person, it really has," said Harvey. I’ve grown a lot. Trying to be a better Christian….I’m still short, but I’m trying hard.”
Themed “Spirit in Song,” the evening also included performances by
Patti LaBelle, John Legend, Pastor Shirley Caesar, Dr. Bobby Jones, Fred Hammond, J. Moss, Marvin Sapp, Mighty Clouds of Joy, KiKi Sheard, Crystal Aiken, Israel and The New Breed, and T-Bone.
The telecast also includes special appearances by Rev. Jesse Jackson and Henry Simmons. Viewers can catch their favorite moments during encore airings on Saturday, Feb. 3 at 9 a.m. ET/PT, Saturday, Feb. 9 at 9 p.m. ET/PT, and Sunday, Feb. 17 at 10 a.m. ET/PT.
