The Soul Train Awards began in 1987 and will, for the first time ever, be held this year at Harlem's world-famous Apollo Theater and broadcast on November 28 on BET. This year's awards will also celebrate the 50th anniversary of Soul Train -- which premiered on Oct. 2, 1971 and ran through 2006 -- and its original host, the late Don Cornelius.
“Don Cornelius’ brilliant vision created a revolutionary show that became a cornerstone in American culture,” BET's Connie Orlando said in a statement. “Fifty years later, the Soul Train Awards continues to amplify his powerful message of love, peace and soul to a global audience. We are honored to be a part of the Soul Train legacy and partner with the national treasure that is the Apollo to celebrate Black excellence and culture.”