Via The Hollywood Gossip

Beyonce came, saw and conquered the 12th annual BET Awards.

She "only" one won award, but by flashing that big smile every time cameras cut to her (approximately every 10 seconds), she was the star of the evening.

Her man, Jay-Z, took home a pair of awards (Best Group and Best Video), so it was a successful night for the parents of Blue Ivy Carter all around.

With Samuel L. Jackson handling hosting, and stars such as Bey, Jay, Chris Brown, Kanye West and Nicki Minajon hand, there was mega-star wattage.

Minaj's performance and the lack of censorship are sure to cause some people headaches today, while lighter and heavier moments were abundant.

Jokes were made about Lauryn Hill's tax problems and Kanye's cutting off Taylor Swift at the MTV VMAs. His GF Kim Kardashianwas present as well.

Finally, a moving Whitney Houston tribute by Mariah Carey, Monica, Brandy and the late star's mom Cissy Houstonleft nary a dry eye in the venue.

Full list of winners at the BET Awards:

Best Female R&B Artist: Beyoncé

Best Male R&B Artist: Chris Brown

Best Group: The Throne (Jay-Z & Kanye West)

Best Collaboration: Wale featuring Miguel, "Lotus Flower Bomb"

Best Female Hip-Hop Artist: Nicki Minaj

Video of the Year: The Throne (Jay-Z & Kanye West) featuring Otis Redding, "Otis"

Video Director of the Year: Beyoncé & Alan Ferguson, "Party"

Best New Artist: Big Sean

Best Gospel: Yolanda Adams

Best Actor: Kevin Hart

Subway Sportswoman of the Year: Serena Williams

Coca-Cola Viewers' Choice Award: Mindless Behavior, "Hello"

Centric Award: Common

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