Chris Brown will make his return to the stage on Sunday at the BET Awards, Access Hollywood has learned.
A source close to the awards show confirmed to Access that Chris will be performing along with other artists in a tribute to Michael Jackson. It will be the star's first performance since his altercation with Rihanna in February that landed him in court.
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On Friday, BET announced that the awards show would be used to honor Michael, who died suddenly on Thursday β three days after Chris concluded his legal proceedings.
The "Forever" singer pled guilty to one count of felony assault against his ex-girlfriend last Monday and was sentenced to five years probation, enrollment in a domestic violence counseling program and 180 days in a labor program in his home state of Virginia.
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Rihanna is also slated to attend the awards show on Sunday.
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As previously reported by AccessHollywood.com, Chris, a major Michael Jackson fan, contributed vocals to "Better On The Other Side," a tribute song to Michael released on Friday and also featuring Sean "Diddy" Combs, Boyz II Men, The Game, Polo and Mario Winans.
"Michael Jackson is the reason why I do music and why I am an entertainer," Chris said to Access in a statement earlier this week. "I am devastated by this great loss, and I will continue to be humbled and inspired by his legacy. My prayers are with his family. Michael will be deeply missed, but never forgotten. He's the greatest⦠the best ever. No one will ever be better."
A rep for Chris did not immediately return calls made by Access.
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