52ND NAACP Image Awards Has Been Rescheduled to Air LIVE on BET Saturday, March 27th at 8 pm ET The following is a joint statement from Karen Boykin-Towns, Vice-Chair of the NAACP National Board of Directors and Chairman of the NAACP Image Awards Committee; Connie Orlando, EVP of Specials, Music Programming & Music Strategy, BET;… Continue reading NAACP Reschedules the 52nd NAACP Image Awards to March 27, 2021
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Stall & Dean Creates a Limited Edition Capsule to Celebrate the Centennial of The National Negro Leagues
Stall & Dean is one of the last American companies still in business with a direct lineage to the Negro Leagues dating back to the early 1900s. Stall & Dean manufactured uniforms and equipment for The Negro Leagues since its inception. Stall & Dean also produced Negro League apparel in the late 1990s throughout the… Continue reading Stall & Dean Creates a Limited Edition Capsule to Celebrate the Centennial of The National Negro Leagues
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Motown Museum and the State of Michigan Recognize January 20 as ‘What’s Going On’ Day
Motown Museum is celebrating the history of one of Motown’s greatest artists with help from the State of Michigan. Governor Gretchen Whitmer has officially recognized January 20 as “What’s Going On” Day, as Wednesday, January 20, 2021 marks the 50th anniversary of the release of Gaye’s iconic “What’s Going On” single. The museum will use… Continue reading Motown Museum and the State of Michigan Recognize January 20 as ‘What’s Going On’ Day
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The 63rd Annual GRAMMY Awards Has Been Rescheduled to March 14, 2021 Due to the Coronavirus
The 63rd Annual GRAMMY Awards Has Been Rescheduled to March 14, 2021, Due to the Coronavirus The Recording Academy has announced that this year’s 63rd Annual GRAMMY Awards, which was originally scheduled to air and take place on January 31st, has been pushed back to March. As with many entertainment and sporting events since last… Continue reading The 63rd Annual GRAMMY Awards Has Been Rescheduled to March 14, 2021 Due to the Coronavirus
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Michelle Obama Is the ‘Most Admired Woman’ Again in 2020
Another milestone achieved! Former First Lady Michelle Obama has been named the “most admired woman” in the world for the third time in as many years. In the annual Gallup Poll, Obama, once again, earned that distinguished title with 10% of the votes and for the second straight year, was the only woman on the list to… Continue reading Michelle Obama Is the ‘Most Admired Woman’ Again in 2020
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UNSUNG PRESENTS: MUSIC & THE MOVEMENT ON MONDAY, JANUARY 18, 2021
UNSUNG PRESENTS: MUSIC & THE MOVEMENT ON MONDAY, JANUARY 18, 2021 TV ONE CELEBRATES THE GALVANIZING POWER OF BLACK MUSIC IN NEW DOCUMENTARY SPECIAL UNSUNG PRESENTS: MUSIC & THE MOVEMENT ON MONDAY, JANUARY 18, 2021 AT 8 P.M. ET/7C TWO-PART DOCUMENTARY, PREMIERING ON MARTIN LUTHER KING JR. DAY, REFLECTS ON THE MUSIC RELEASED BY CHANGEMAKERS… Continue reading UNSUNG PRESENTS: MUSIC & THE MOVEMENT ON MONDAY, JANUARY 18, 2021
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Black American Music Association (BAM) And Georgia Entertainment Caucus (GEC) Announce The Black Music & Entertainment Walk of Fame
Today the Black American Music Association (BAM) and the Georgia Entertainment Caucus (GEC) announced the formation of the Black Music & Entertainment Walk of Fame (WOF). The momentous event featured remarks from BAM Founders, Michael T Mauldin and Demmette Guidry, and GEC Founders Georgia State Representative Erica Thomas and Catherine Brewton. Also in attendance, was renowned artist,… Continue reading Black American Music Association (BAM) And Georgia Entertainment Caucus (GEC) Announce The Black Music & Entertainment Walk of Fame
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Killer Mike Will Receive Inaugural Billboard Change Maker Award at the 2020 Billboard Music Award
KILLER MIKE NAMED FIRST-EVER RECIPIENT OF ANNUAL BILLBOARD CHANGE MAKER AWARD AT “THE 2020 BILLBOARD MUSIC AWARDS” Rapper/Activist will be Recognized as a Leading Champion of Community Activism, Social Justice and Civil Rights LOS ANGELES, CA (October 12, 2020) – dick clark productions and NBC today announced that rapper and social activist, Killer Mike,… Continue reading Killer Mike Will Receive Inaugural Billboard Change Maker Award at the 2020 Billboard Music Award
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Tyler Perry Is ‘The People’s Champion of 2020’ For the ‘E! People’s Choice Awards’
Tyler Perry People’s Champion E! announced today that world-renowned entertainment mogul, entrepreneur, and philanthropist Tyler Perry will be honored with “The People’s Champion of 2020” award at the “E! People’s Choice Awards.” Perry will be recognized for his trailblazing work in entertainment, unwavering commitment to support multiple charitable organizations, and inspiring empathy and progress for… Continue reading Tyler Perry Is ‘The People’s Champion of 2020’ For the ‘E! People’s Choice Awards’
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Vince Carter Wins 2019-20 NBA Sportsmanship Award
NBA players have selected Vince Carter as the recipient of the 2019-20 NBA Sportsmanship Award, the NBA announced today. Carter, who spent the 2019-20 season with the Atlanta Hawks, announced his retirement from the NBA in June after playing a league-record 22 seasons. He receives the Joe Dumars Trophy as the winner of the NBA… Continue reading Vince Carter Wins 2019-20 NBA Sportsmanship Award
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11th-Annual Root 100 List Announced: Most Influential African Americans of 2020
11th-Annual Root 100 Today The Root, a G/O Media brand and one of the largest sites covering Black news, politics, culture and opinion, announced the winners of its 11th-annual Root 100 List, featuring one hundred of the most influential African American innovators, public figures, community leaders, challengers, and activists of 2020. This list celebrates members… Continue reading 11th-Annual Root 100 List Announced: Most Influential African Americans of 2020
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Dearica Hamby WNBA Sixth Woman Of The Year 2020
Las Vegas Aces forward Dearica Hamby has been named the 2020 WNBA Sixth Woman of the Year, the WNBA announced. Hamby has been selected as the league’s top reserve for the second season in a row. She is the third player to win the award in back-to-back seasons, joining Allie Quigley (2014 and 2015) and… Continue reading Dearica Hamby WNBA Sixth Woman Of The Year 2020
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Angela Yee Day Friday August 28th
Angela Yee Day It’s that time of the year again for Angela Yee Day! The first one was a success and this year, the event will offer the same energy and vibes but virtually, allowing the event to be viewed globally via The Breakfast Club’s YouTube page on Friday August 28th. VP Records continues as… Continue reading Angela Yee Day Friday August 28th
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Terence Blanchard to Receive the TIFF Variety Artisan Award at 2020 TIFF Tribute Awards
Joana Vicente and Cameron Bailey, Co-Heads of TIFF, announced today that Academy Award-nominated and six-time Grammy Award–winning composer Terence Blanchard will be honoured with the TIFF Variety Artisan Award at this year’s TIFF Tribute Awards. The award recognizes a distinguished creative who has excelled at their craft and made an outstanding contribution to cinema and… Continue reading Terence Blanchard to Receive the TIFF Variety Artisan Award at 2020 TIFF Tribute Awards
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The 35th Anniversary Stellar Gospel Music Awards Premieres on BET Networks on Sunday, August 23
THE 2020 STELLAR GOSPEL MUSIC AWARDS VIRTUAL SPECIAL SET TO PREMIERE ON BET NETWORKS SUNDAY, AUGUST 23 AT 6 PM ET RENOWNED ANNUAL SALUTE TO GOSPEL MUSIC RETURNS TO BET TO CELEBRATE 35TH ANNIVERSARY MILESTONE, HONORING FIRST RESPONDERS AND THE LATE CONGRESSMAN, JOHN LEWIS VIRTUAL PRODUCTION ENCORES AT 9PM ET AND AIRS IN SYNDICATION NATIONWIDE AUGUST 25 – SEPTEMBER… Continue reading The 35th Anniversary Stellar Gospel Music Awards Premieres on BET Networks on Sunday, August 23
