 Kanye West Shares Sweet Tribute To Diddy At The 2022 BET Awards

The 2022 BET Awards took place on June 26 in Microsoft Theater, L.A.

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Kanye West made a surprise appearance and tributed Diddy.

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He thanked the 52-year-old for being an inspiration to him.

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Ye recalled being satisfied to be regarded as the Chicago version of Diddy.

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He said the "Sean John" creator broke classism, taste, and culture barriers.

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The "Yikes" star ended the tribute by expressing his love for Diddy.

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BET previously announced that the "State of the Culture" star would receive this year's Lifetime Achievement Award.

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Diddy was named the host and executive producer of the 2022 BBMAs.

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He added Travis Scott and Morgan Wallace as the show's headliners.

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