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One
of the most highly-anticipated annual events in gospel music, the 9th
Annual Celebration of Gospel will “Raise the Praise” when it airs on
January 25. Comedian and radio personality Steve Harvey returns as host
and this year’s show features great performances from some of the
biggest names in gospel; including Mary Mary, Pastor Donnie McClurkin,
Pastor Shirley Caesar, Kirk Franklin, Heather Headley and more.
The show has continuously showcased great performances and spoken word
segments that highlight the achievements and scope of both contemporary
gospel and the all-time greats that have shaped the genre. Also,
joining the jubilation this year are Oscar® award winner Lou
Gossett Jr. and Grammy® award-winning hip-hop legend LL Cool J. And
the peerless Ray Chew will be leading a 24-piece orchestra, as the
program’s musical director. A memorable event that can be enjoyed by
the entire family, BETs 9th Annual Celebration of Gospel is an
uplifting way to celebrate the New Year. – Dusty Culpepper
