Nicki Minaj Scoops Three BET Hip-Hop Awards

Rappers Nicki Minaj and Jay-Z were winners in multiple categories during the BET Awards, which took place tonight (October 2nd) at the Atlanta Civic Center, in Atlanta Georgia.
Thousands of industry executives, artists and fans gathered to celebrate the 2010 BET Hip-Hop Awards which was hosted by comedian Mike Epps.
The 2010 BET Hip-Hop Awards honored this year's top-selling artists, while introducing a crop of new rappers through the show's annual "Cipher."

Sean "Diddy" Combs and Rick Ross opened the show by performing a medley of hits, including Ross' anthem "B.M.F." and "MC Hammer." When Rick Ross finished the song "MC Hammer," the real MC Hammer appeared on the stage flanked by a group of dancers.
Hammer proved he hasn't lost his ability to move his feet, performing his hit single "2 Legit 2 Quit," which most of the audience knew, lyric-for-lyric.
Nicki Minaj took home awards in multiple categories, including Rookie of the Year, Made You Look Style Award, and Favorite by Fans.

"I didn't think I was going to win this award, but I probably have a million little Barbies on Twitter that probably voted for me and I love you guys very much for that," said Nicki Minaj, who thanked her mother, brothers and the Young Money family.