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
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
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
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
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
Bounce Celebrates The Life & Legacy of Rep. John Lewis, To Air Memorial Service Live Thursday, July 30
Bounce will broadcast live the farewell memorial service for Rep. John Lewis tomorrow, Thursday, July 30, starting at 11:00 a.m. (ET). The funeral will also be live-streamed at BounceTV.com. Link to preview here. The final service for the Civil Rights Icon before his interment will take place at the Ebenezer Baptist Church – once led… Continue reading Bounce Celebrates The Life & Legacy of Rep. John Lewis, To Air Memorial Service Live Thursday, July 30
Rushion McDonald: ‘I Firmly Believe That a Person’s Level of Success is Based on Work Ethic’
Sometimes things don’t work out the way you anticipate, but that doesn’t mean that you failed. In some cases, being veered away from your original plan can actually put you in a better position. That was the case for Rushion McDonald. As McDonald is still proving, nothing can stop a person when ambition and work… Continue reading Rushion McDonald: ‘I Firmly Believe That a Person’s Level of Success is Based on Work Ethic’
MTV’s ‘VMAs’ Returns to New York City
Following New York Governor Andrew M. Cuomo’s Monday morning press briefing, MTV announced that the 2020 “VMAs” will return to New York City on Sunday, August 30th at Barclays Center. This year’s screen breaking spectacle will bring together music fans worldwide and pay homage to the strength, spirit, and incredible resilience of NYC and its… Continue reading MTV’s ‘VMAs’ Returns to New York City
Amanda Seales to Host the “BET AWARDS” 2020 Broadcast Set to Air on BET & CBS on Sunday, June 28
BET announces the first group of performers for the 20th annual “BET AWARDS” including Alicia Keys, Chloe X Halle, DaBaby, D Smoke, Jennifer Hudson, John Legend, Jonathan McReynolds, Kane Brown, Lil Wayne, Megan Thee Stallion, Roddy Ricch, SiR, Summer Walker, Usher, Wayne Brady and more.BET Amplified Artists, Masego and Lonr. are set to take the… Continue reading Amanda Seales to Host the “BET AWARDS” 2020 Broadcast Set to Air on BET & CBS on Sunday, June 28
Harlem Globetrotters to Celebrate Legend Curly Neal on May 19
The world-famous Harlem Globetrotters announced today their plans to celebrate the life and career of Fred “Curly” Neal — the Globetrotter icon known worldwide for his trademark shaved head and charismatic smile. Neal, who passed away on March 26 and was laid to rest in Houston on April 10th, would have turned 78 years old on May… Continue reading Harlem Globetrotters to Celebrate Legend Curly Neal on May 19
Darrell Ford Named One of Savoy Magazine’s 2020 Most Influential Black Executives In Corporate America
DuPont is pleased to announce that Darrell Ford, DuPont Senior Vice President & Chief Human Resource Officer, has been named to Savoy magazine’s 2020 Most Influential Black Executives in Corporate America list. Throughout his career, Ford has had a relentless focus on building successful and vibrant cultures at leading corporations. In executive roles with Xerox,… Continue reading Darrell Ford Named One of Savoy Magazine’s 2020 Most Influential Black Executives In Corporate America
Savoy Magazine Announces the 2020 Most Influential Black Executives in Corporate America
Savoy magazine announced its 2020 Most Influential Black Executives in Corporate America listing in the upcoming Spring issue. Savoy‘s Most Influential Black Executives in Corporate America is the definitive listing of African American executives, influencers and achievers impacting corporate America. “Savoy is proud to present the 2020 Most Influential Black Executives in Corporate America. In this… Continue reading Savoy Magazine Announces the 2020 Most Influential Black Executives in Corporate America
Debbie Allen And Debra Lee Among BLACK ENTERPRISE Women Of Power Honorees
BLACK ENTERPRISE will present its highest honor in recognition of the achievements of black women when it presents the Women of Power Legacy Awards at the 2020 Women of Power Summit on March 5, 2020, in Las Vegas, Nevada. The Women of Power Summit is the nation’s No. 1 executive development and leadership conference for women… Continue reading Debbie Allen And Debra Lee Among BLACK ENTERPRISE Women Of Power Honorees
Entertainment One Celebrates 17 Nominations for 35th Stellar Gospel Music Awards
Trailblazing record label Entertainment One (“eOne”) has earned a combined total of 17 nominations for the 34th annual Stellar Gospel Music Awards through its artists and partners. Leading eOne’s nominations are JJ Hairston (9) and Pastor John P. Kee (5). Hairston found success in 2019 with the album and title track, “Miracle Worker.” The album… Continue reading Entertainment One Celebrates 17 Nominations for 35th Stellar Gospel Music Awards