Category: Achievements

Travis Hunter Becomes First College Athlete To Win Back-To-Back Paul Hornung Awards

Colorado’s 2-way football player (meaning he plays both offense and defense) Travis Hunter, who is sure to be a lock to be in the NFL made history when he was named the winner of the 2024 Paul Hornung Award. He is the only player in the history of the award to win it, not only… Continue reading Travis Hunter Becomes First College Athlete To Win Back-To-Back Paul Hornung Awards

Dick Allen, Dave Parker Will Be Inducted Into Baseball Hall of Fame

Former Major League Baseball players Dick Allen and Dave Parker will be inducted into the National Baseball Hall of Fame and were selected to be a part of the Class of 2025. The Classic Baseball Era Committee announced the decision on Dec. 8. The players, along with other inductees who will be announced on Jan.… Continue reading Dick Allen, Dave Parker Will Be Inducted Into Baseball Hall of Fame

National Hip-Hop Museum Celebrating 40th Anniversary of ‘Beat Street’ Dec. 28 at Bethesda Theater

National Hip-Hop Museum Celebrating 40th Anniversary of “Beat Street” at Induction/Concert Event, Dec. 28 at Bethesda Theater Event honors Kool Moe Dee, John Chartier, Robert Taylor, Mr. Wave, Treacherous Three, Marley Marl, Lords Of The Underground, Soul Sonic Force, DJ Jazzy Jay and Fearless Four WASHINGTON, DC –The National Hip-Hop Museum (NHHM) will celebrate the… Continue reading National Hip-Hop Museum Celebrating 40th Anniversary of ‘Beat Street’ Dec. 28 at Bethesda Theater

Morgan Tuck Promoted To General Manager of WNBA Franchise Connecticut Sun

Former Connecticut Sun player Morgan Tuck has just been promoted to the new General Manager for the WNBA franchise. The team announced the move as she rose from her previous position as Assistant General Manager of the Connecticut Sun. She is taking over from Darius Taylor, who has been in that position since 2022, as… Continue reading Morgan Tuck Promoted To General Manager of WNBA Franchise Connecticut Sun

Cam’ron Covers Black Enterprise

FAMED ENTREPRENEUR CAM’RON GRACES THE LATEST BLACK ENTERPRISE COVER Celebrated Business Mogul and Sports Personality Reflects on Betting on Himself and Building an Empire [Harlem, NY] — Iconic entrepreneur and sports personality Cam’ron, is the face of the latest edition of Black Enterprise. In a captivating cover story, the Harlem native shares how his decision… Continue reading Cam’ron Covers Black Enterprise

Queen Latifah to Host 47th Annual Kennedy Center Honors

  QUEEN LATIFAH TO HOST THE 47TH ANNUAL KENNEDY CENTER HONORS TO BE BROADCAST SUNDAY, DECEMBER 22 ON CBS   America celebrates the artistic achievements of Francis Ford Coppola, Grateful Dead (Mickey Hart, Bill Kreutzmann, the late Phil Lesh, and Bobby Weir), Bonnie Raitt, Arturo Sandoval, and The Apollo on December 8, 2024   The… Continue reading Queen Latifah to Host 47th Annual Kennedy Center Honors

T-Pain Honored In Hometown With Street Renamed ‘T-Pain Lane’

Tallahassee, Fla. native Faheem Najmm, who goes by the stage name of T-Pain was recently honored in his hometown with the city naming a street after him. The ceremony took place on Nov. 11 where the recording artist was presented with a key to the city from the town’s mayor. A portion of Pasco Street… Continue reading T-Pain Honored In Hometown With Street Renamed ‘T-Pain Lane’

Kym Whitley to Host HBCU Honors Awards

      The 2nd Annual HBCU Honors, Presented By Procter & Gamble Celebrates Black Excellence With A Star-Studded Lineup And Powerhouse Honorees Will Packer, Lonnie Johnson, and Jewel Burks Solomon   Hosted by Actress Kym Whitley, Performances and Tributes Include Award-Winning Artists Fantasia, Hezekiah Walker, MC Lyte, Erica Campbell, J. Ivy, Mac Royals, and… Continue reading Kym Whitley to Host HBCU Honors Awards

The Weeknd Becomes First Artist With 20 Songs to Have Over 1 Billion Streams on Spotify

THE WEEKND IS THE FIRST EVER ARTIST TO HAVE 20 SONGS OVER ONE BILLION STREAMS EACH ON SPOTIFY https://x.com/spotify/status/1838360092921434194?s=46&t=SwaDmJ184e00l9n5S0mGzA Los Angeles, [October 14, 2024] – Global superstar The Weeknd has achieved an unprecedented milestone, becoming the first artist to have 20 individual songs each exceed one billion streams on Spotify. This remarkable accomplishment cements his… Continue reading The Weeknd Becomes First Artist With 20 Songs to Have Over 1 Billion Streams on Spotify

Spike Lee To Be Honored As SuperFan In NBA Hall Of Fame Ceremony

Filmmaker Spike Lee is being acknowledged for his devotion to his beloved New York Knicks basketball team. The NBA league office announced that The Naismith Basketball Hall of Fame will be adding the famed “Do the Right Thing” director, along with Billy Crystal (Los Angeles Clippers), Alan Horwitz (Philadelphia 76ers SuperFan), and Los Angeles Lakers… Continue reading Spike Lee To Be Honored As SuperFan In NBA Hall Of Fame Ceremony

Coco Gauff Becomes 1st American In Over 10 Years To Win China Open Title

Several newsworthy things happened for tennis phenom Coco Gauff. On Sept. 6, she swept Karolina Muchova in straight sets to emerge victorious in the China Open. In doing so, she became the first American to win the tournament in over a decade and the first woman to win her first seven hard-court finals in the… Continue reading Coco Gauff Becomes 1st American In Over 10 Years To Win China Open Title

LeBron And Bronny James Become First Father-Son Duo In NBA History To Play On Same Team In Same Game

Adding to his legacy, Los Angeles Lakers forward LeBron James has made history once again by becoming the first father to lace up his sneakers and join his son on an NBA court on Oct. 6. NBA.com reported that the wish that LeBon has been clamoring for several years took place at Acrisure Arena when… Continue reading LeBron And Bronny James Become First Father-Son Duo In NBA History To Play On Same Team In Same Game

Otis Redding Posthumously Honored with Star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame

Otis Redding Honored with Star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame Posthumously  October 7, 2024 (Los Angeles, CA) – On Friday, October 4, 2024, legendary singer and songwriter, Otis Redding, was posthumously honored with a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame. The unveiling ceremony took place at 6150 Hollywood Boulevard, where the late artist’s… Continue reading Otis Redding Posthumously Honored with Star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame

NAN 2024 Triumph Awards to Honor Robert De Niro, Gladys Knight, Wynton Marsalis

    NAN 2024 TRIUMPH AWARDS TO CELEBRATE REV. AL SHARPTON’S 70th BIRTHDAY, HONOR GLADYS KNIGHT, ROBERT DE NIRO, WYNTON MARSALIS AND CAROLYN “COOKIE” MASON LUMINARIES   New York, NY (September 23, 2024) – Rev. Al Sharpton and the National Action Network (NAN) announced this year’s Triumph Awards recipients will include ten-time Grammy Award winning musician Gladys… Continue reading NAN 2024 Triumph Awards to Honor Robert De Niro, Gladys Knight, Wynton Marsalis

Miami Heat To Unveil Bronze Statue Of Dwyane Wade

Former NBA player Dwyane Wade is legendary in Miami, bringing three championship titles to the city. In recognition of being termed the “greatest player in Miami Heat” history, the team has announced another accolade as Wade will be honored with a bronze statue that will be placed in front of the home where the Heat… Continue reading Miami Heat To Unveil Bronze Statue Of Dwyane Wade

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