Tonight's "BET Honors," which this year takes place against the backdrop of historic change in Washington D.C., features electric performances from some of music's hottest stars!

Actress/Singer Gabrielle Union hosts the annual celebration of prominent black movers and shakers. The show, airing tonight on BET at 9 p.m. ET/PT, will give special honors to R & B singer Mary J. Blige, filmmaker Tyler Perry, dancer and choreographer Judith Jamison and basketball legend Earvin "Magic" Johnson.

Tune in for performances by Yolanda Adams, Anthony Hamilton, Anita Baker, Joss Stone, Queen Latifah, Alvin Ailey Dance Theater, Keyshia Cole, Monica, Stevie Wonder, Ne-Yo. For ET's coverage of the red carpet for the "BET Honors," click here.