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
Category: Awards/Honors
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
Reverend Jesse Jackson Sr. Civil Rights Wing Will Debut at Historic Pullman Porter Museum
The National A. Philip Randolph Pullman Porter Museum (NAPRPPM) will host the 2020 A. Philip Randolph Gentle Warrior Awards Gala Celebration. The 25-year-old museum is located in the Pullman National Park site designated by President Barack Obama on February 19, 2015. It is the only African American site at the monument. The Pullman Porter Museum is hosting the GALA fundraiser… Continue reading Reverend Jesse Jackson Sr. Civil Rights Wing Will Debut at Historic Pullman Porter Museum
Black Nerds Club presents The Nerdies
In honor of Black History Month, the Black Nerds Club introduces, The Nerdies. The online award show consists of 28 awards, one for each day of February, that will post on Black Nerds Club’s Instagram page, @blacknerdsclub. The Nerdies celebrate the accomplishments and achievements of black nerds and raise awareness of their contributions to culture… Continue reading Black Nerds Club presents The Nerdies
Usher to Host and Perform During the 2020 ‘iHeartRadio Music Awards,’ Sunday, March 29
iHeartMedia and FOX Entertainment announced today that eight-time Grammy award-winning artist Usher, who has sold more than 65 million albums worldwide, will host and perform during the 2020 iHeartRadio Music Awards. The event will also feature live performances from Halsey and Lizzo, as well as previously announced performer, Justin Bieber, with more to be announced.… Continue reading Usher to Host and Perform During the 2020 ‘iHeartRadio Music Awards,’ Sunday, March 29
Spike Lee to Receive Toronto Black Film Festival’s 2020 Lifetime Achievement Award
The Toronto Black Film Festival (TBFF) presented by TD Bank in collaboration with Global News, is honored to present Academy Award Winning director and Cannes Film Festival’s first Black Jury President, Spike Lee, with the TBFF 2020 Lifetime Achievement Award on Thursday, February 13, 7 PM at Queen Elizabeth Theatre. #TBFF20 is thrilled to grant him this prestigious award in recognition of his body of… Continue reading Spike Lee to Receive Toronto Black Film Festival’s 2020 Lifetime Achievement Award
Sekou Andrews Becomes First Poet Nominated For ‘Best Spoken Word Album’ GRAMMY in Over a Decade
For the first time in twelve (12) years a contemporary spoken word poet has received a GRAMMY® nomination in the “Best Spoken Word Album” category. That poet is SEKOU ANDREWS for his self-titled, avant-garde and very poetic 6-track offering, SEKOU ANDREWS & THE STRING THEORY. Maya Angelou was nominated in 2007 and prior to that won the award in 2002… Continue reading Sekou Andrews Becomes First Poet Nominated For ‘Best Spoken Word Album’ GRAMMY in Over a Decade
Jesse Jackson To Honor Rory Gamble, Maureen Taylor, John Conyers, Jon Wolman in Detroit on MLK Day
Rainbow PUSH founder and legendary civil rights leader, Rev. Jesse L. Jackson, Sr., will host MLK national holiday at 7:00 p.m. on Monday, January 20, 2020 at historic Fox Theater in Detroit. The prestigious Let Freedom Ring Awards will be bestowed on four remarkable individuals whose work has promoted and protected freedom, opportunity, fairness and dignity, thus furthering… Continue reading Jesse Jackson To Honor Rory Gamble, Maureen Taylor, John Conyers, Jon Wolman in Detroit on MLK Day
Devin Booker Receives November NBA Cares Community Assist Award
Phoenix Suns guard Devin Booker has received the November NBA Cares Community Assist Award presented by Kaiser Permanente in recognition of his efforts to impact the lives of local children and families through his Devin Booker Starting Five initiative, the NBA announced today. The award recognizes a player each month who best reflects the passion… Continue reading Devin Booker Receives November NBA Cares Community Assist Award
Terry Crews to Receive 2020 NAB Television Chairman’s Award
— Popular “Brooklyn Nine-Nine” actor and “America’s Got Talent” host will accept award at NAB Show — ###WASHINGTON, D.C. – The National Association of Broadcasters (NAB) will present the Television Chairman’s Award to actor Terry Crews. The “Brooklyn Nine-Nine” star will receive the award during the We Are Broadcasters Celebration on Tuesday, April 21 at… Continue reading Terry Crews to Receive 2020 NAB Television Chairman’s Award
Freweini Mebrahtu Named The 2019 CNN Hero Of The Year
Freweini Mebrahtu, who is fighting the cultural stigma around menstruation in Ethiopia by educating students and producing reusable pads that help girls stay in school, has been named the 2019 CNN Hero of the Year. Hosted by CNN’s Anderson Cooper and ABC’s Kelly Ripa, the 13th Annual CNN Heroes: An All-Star Tribute aired live tonight from New York City.Merbrahtu has dedicated… Continue reading Freweini Mebrahtu Named The 2019 CNN Hero Of The Year
Café Mocha Radio’s Salute Her Awards Final Stop At the Riverside EpiCenter on December 6
Café Mocha Radio’s Salute Her Awards presented by Toyota Tour Final Stop Spreads the ‘Gift of Love’ At the Riverside EpiCenter on December 6 Actress/Filmmaker Terri J. Vaughn and Café Mocha’s YoYo Co-Host an evening of Atlanta’s Black Hollywood Finest to pay tribute to NAACP Theater Award Actress Vanessa Bell Calloway, Atlanta Media Legend… Continue reading Café Mocha Radio’s Salute Her Awards Final Stop At the Riverside EpiCenter on December 6