Everyone may still be upset at Kanye West for the Swift-taking of the spotlight at the VMA awards on Sunday, but there's someone a network who isn't - BET!

'Nye received nine nominations for the fourth annual BET Hip-Hop Awards, which will air on October 27th.

Following in nods are Jay-Z and Lil Wayne with seven and T.I. earned six!

People might not be happy with Kanye, but they're happy with his music.

Will U be watching to view if Kanye shows up and jumps the stage?!

[Image via A. Miller/WENN.]

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So long freedom!

T.I. treated fans, supporters, and family to a farewell concert in Atlanta, GA, on Sunday.

The rapper will be turning himself in today at noon to begin serving his year-long jail sentence at a minimum security federal prison in Arkansas, as he pleaded guilty to weapons charges for trying to buy unregistered guns from undercover federal cops.

His concert crowded 16,000 people into Philips Arena, where he performed all of his major hits and was accompanied by many of his collaborators. He also brought his five young children on stage as he told the audience: "I'm doing the best I can to get out there, man, and put something positive on these young kids, man."

Yes, very positive.

Look kids: You can go to jail AND still be famous. It's all about angles.

Enjoy prison!

[Image via AP Images.]

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Not surprisingly, T.I.'s time behind bars has been reportedly reduced to 60 days because he has already served 305 days at home.

Typical!

The rapper was sentenced to 1 year and 1 day for felony weapons charges.

In prison, T.I. won't receive any special treatment, sharing his cell with a roommate, moving within the general population, and assigned to work detail.

He has 11 days to turn himself in and within those 11 days he has two music video shoots scheduled!

[Image via WENN.]

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Spotted: Soon-to-be jailed rapper T.I. enjoying his last days of freedom, hitting up Disney World in Orlando on Monday with his family.

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Rapper T.I. was sentenced Friday morning to 1 year and 1 day in jail, in accordance to a plea deal set forth by his legal team for felony weapons charges.

He's scheduled to voluntarily turn himself in to prison within the next 6 to 8 weeks.

The specifics of his unique plea bargain include 1,000 hours of community service completed prior to sentencing, a $100,000 fine, and another 500 hours of community service once behind bars.

The "1 year and 1 day" aspect of his sentencing increases his chances of getting out early for good behavior.

We hope he's learned his lesson!

Guns and violence = bad bad bad.

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The richest D-lister around is doing what she knows best. Working hard to get that extra cash!

Yesterday, Kathy Griffin took some time to film her reality TV show in Hollywood.

And she was spotted with T.I.! You know, cause they got so much in common.

The two spent some time driving around town and finally made it to Hollywood Blvd.

And, judging by the number of people following them around, we're betting Kathy loved it!

[Image via WENN.]

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T.I., looking quite dapper, on the cover of the new issue of Vibe.

He looks good with clothes on too!

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T.I. at the Live Your Life Concert in Miami this weekend.

Hold on tight!!!!

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T.I. has been ordered by an Atlanta judge to pony up more money in child support for his 2 kids with ex LaShon Dixon. His bill has jumped from $2000 a month to $3000 to now $5000 a month.

Initially required to pay for his 7 and 9-year-old sons' private school education, the rapper no longer bears that burden, and he and Dixon will split the cost of extracurricular activities and medical expenses.

The pair will retain joint custody of the kiddies.

T.I. also has kids with fiancee Tameka "Tiny" Cottle.

Hopefully he'll treat those children better when he splits with her!

[Image via WENN.]

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