Grammy®-nominated recording artist, actor, entrepreneur, and media personality Fat Joe was named host of the trailblazing “BET Hip Hop Awards” 2022. Taped from Cobb Energy Center in Atlanta, GA, on Friday, September 30, the broadcast premiere will air Tuesday, October 4, at 9 PM ET/PT on BET. The annual celebration will bring together the hottest names… Continue reading Fat Joe Will Host ‘BET HIP HOP AWARDS’ 2022
Category: Awards/Honors
Stephen Curry Receives Bachelor of Arts Degree and Induction Into Davidson College Hall Of Fame
Stephen Curry Receives Bachelor of Arts Degree and Induction Into Davidson College Hall Of Fame Winning an NBA Championship and his first Finals MVP alone would be a great year, but, it seems like Stephen Curry just wasn’t satisfied with those accomplishments. Curry was recently honored, according to CNN by his alma mater, Davidson College… Continue reading Stephen Curry Receives Bachelor of Arts Degree and Induction Into Davidson College Hall Of Fame
The Inaugural Jazz Music Awards Announces its 2022 Nominees and Honorees
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE The Inaugural Jazz Music Awards to Bestow Special Honors to Wayne Shorter, McCoy Tyner, Ambrose Akinmusire, Henry Threadgill, Dr. Lenora Helm Hammonds, and James H. Patterson The Awards Ceremony to Highlight Eight Award Categories with 33 Nominees including Jean & Marcus Baylor Leading with Three Nominations, along with Orrin Evans, Kenny… Continue reading The Inaugural Jazz Music Awards Announces its 2022 Nominees and Honorees
Former ‘Black Ink Crew’ Cast Member Richard Duncan Arrested For Speeding, DUI and Cocaine Possession
Former ‘Black Ink Crew’ Cast Member Richard Duncan Arrested For Speeding, DUI and Cocaine Possession Another Black Ink Crew cast member was recently arrested for DUI (Driving Under the Influence) in Georgia last month. According to TMZ, Black Ink Crew member Richard Duncan was pulled over in Georgia by police officers for speeding. After stopping… Continue reading Former ‘Black Ink Crew’ Cast Member Richard Duncan Arrested For Speeding, DUI and Cocaine Possession
Bill Russell Becomes First Player to Have Jersey Number Retired Across NBA
Bill Russell Becomes First Player to Have Jersey Number Retired Across NBA One of the greatest basketball players to ever hit the courts is having his jersey number retired across the entire National Basketball Association. The National Basketball Association (NBA) and National Basketball Players Association (NBPA) have just announced the life and legacy of popular… Continue reading Bill Russell Becomes First Player to Have Jersey Number Retired Across NBA
Nipsey Hussle To Receive Star On Hollywood Walk Of Fame on his Birthday
It was reported last summer that late rapper and entrepreneur Nipsey Hussle was one of 38 people who will be honored with a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame. It was announced this week that he will receive his placing on Monday, August 15. The ceremony is taking place on the celebration of his… Continue reading Nipsey Hussle To Receive Star On Hollywood Walk Of Fame on his Birthday
Blue Ivy Captures Two Gold Plaques as Mother Beyoncé Scores 70 New RIAA Certifications
The family tree is shaping up quite well for the Carter family as far as awards and accolades! The firstborn of R&B Queen Diva Beyonce and Hip-Hop’s Lyrical Billionaire Jay-Z is adding on to the family legacy before reaching teenage status! Blue Ivy has been given two gold record certifications from RIAA, the governing body… Continue reading Blue Ivy Captures Two Gold Plaques as Mother Beyoncé Scores 70 New RIAA Certifications
Busta Rhymes Will Be Recognized as BMI Icon at This Year’s BMI R&B/Hip-Hop Awards
Put Your Hands Where My Eyes Can See! is probably what Busta Rhymes is gonna say as he receives his Icon Award next month in Miami Beach. BMI has recently announced that the former Leaders of the New School group member will receive the BMI Icon Award at this year’s 2022 R&B/Hip-Hop Awards next month… Continue reading Busta Rhymes Will Be Recognized as BMI Icon at This Year’s BMI R&B/Hip-Hop Awards
Legendary Hip-Hop Artist LL Cool J Accepts Key To His Hometown At the Rock The Bells Festival in Queens, NY
LL Cool J Accepts Key To His Hometown At the Rock The Bells Festival in Queens, NY The Hip-Hop artist who helped kick off, possibly the most important record label in the history of recorded music, Def Jam Recordings, was recently honored with the key to his hometown of Queens, NY. James Todd Smith, more… Continue reading Legendary Hip-Hop Artist LL Cool J Accepts Key To His Hometown At the Rock The Bells Festival in Queens, NY
Nicki Minaj Slated to Receive MTV’s Michael Jackson Video Vanguard Award
Nicki Minaj Slated to Receive MTV Michael Jackson Video Vanguard Award Hip-Hop artist Nicki Minaj has been selected as the recipient of this year’s Michael Jackson Video Vanguard Award at the 2022 MTV Video Music Awards. According to The Hollywood Reporter, the lyrical entertainer will not only accept the award, but she will also be… Continue reading Nicki Minaj Slated to Receive MTV’s Michael Jackson Video Vanguard Award
Wendell Haskins Brings Back The Original Tee Golf Classic By Honoring NBA Hall of Famer Alonzo Mourning
Wendell Haskins Brings Back The Original Tee Golf Classic By Honoring NBA Hall of Famer Alonzo Mourning The Original Tee Golf Classic made a triumphant return on Sunday, July 24 after being on hiatus due to the coronavirus pandemic. The event marked the 23rd year as it took place at the Crystal Springs Resort and… Continue reading Wendell Haskins Brings Back The Original Tee Golf Classic By Honoring NBA Hall of Famer Alonzo Mourning
Kenan Thompson Will Receive Star on Prestigious Hollywood Walk Of Fame
Saturday Night Live‘s Kenan Thompson has had a very good year thus far (outside of divorcing his wife) and next week adds another accolade to his successful acting career! The Hollywood Walk of Fame has announced that the Kenan & Kel alum will be receiving a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame next week.… Continue reading Kenan Thompson Will Receive Star on Prestigious Hollywood Walk Of Fame
Will Smith Responds to Oscar Incident and Apologizes to Chris Rock
Will Smith Apologizes to Chris Rock Will Smith has finally spoken up about the now infamous face slap at the Oscars incident! The former rapper took to his Instagram account on Friday to respond to questions that have been posed to him regarding the controversy that took place at the Academy Awards ceremony. Smith went… Continue reading Will Smith Responds to Oscar Incident and Apologizes to Chris Rock
Wanda Sykes Responds ‘Oh Hell No’ When Asked If She Will Ever Host Oscars Again
Wanda Sykes Responds ‘Oh Hell No’ When Asked If She Will Ever Host Oscars Again On a recent talk show, comedian Wanda Sykes let it be known that if she is ever asked to host the Academy Awards again, she would state a resounding “hell no!” Sykes, who co-hosted this year’s Oscars with Regina Hall… Continue reading Wanda Sykes Responds ‘Oh Hell No’ When Asked If She Will Ever Host Oscars Again
Jenifer Lewis Being Honored With a Star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame
Jenifer Lewis Being Honored With a Star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame The Hollywood Walk of Fame is about to become more Black-ish at the end of this week! Actress Jenifer Lewis, who hilariously played the Johnson family’s grandmother, Ruby Johnson on ABC’s Black-ish for eight seasons is being honored on Friday, July 15,… Continue reading Jenifer Lewis Being Honored With a Star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame