December 13, 2011

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Mariah Carey and Stevie Wonder are to receive awards at the 2012 BET Honors.

The ceremony annually hands out trophies to people who have contributed to African-American culture during their careers.

Carey has been named Best Entertainer, while Wonder has been recognized in the musical arts category. Director Spike Lee and poet Maya Angelou are also among the names to be awarded during the event.

The BET Honors will be hosted by actress Gabrielle Union at the Warner Theater in Washington DC on January 14, 2012.