Category: Awards/Honors

Wayans Family Being Inducted Into NAACP Hall of Fame

The NAACP has announced that the Wayans family will be the latest inductees into the NAACP Image Awards Hall of Fame and will receive their accolades at the 56th NAACP Image Awards. The organization will have the induction take place on Saturday, Feb. 22, at 8:00 PM ET/PT on BET and CBS live from the Pasadena Civic Auditorium.… Continue reading Wayans Family Being Inducted Into NAACP Hall of Fame

National CARES Mentoring Movement’s 10th Annual For The Love Of Our Children Gala March 6th in New York City

Taraji P. Henson, Tina Knowles, Drs. Yusef Salaam & Iyanla Vanzant to be Honored at National CARES Mentoring Movement’s 10th Annual For The Love Of Our Children Gala on March 6th in New York City   The Gala Celebrates Those Who Have Devoted Themselves to Helping Our Children Heal and Soar at a Time When Black Child… Continue reading National CARES Mentoring Movement’s 10th Annual For The Love Of Our Children Gala March 6th in New York City

Saquon Barkley Sets NFL Rushing Season Record (Including Playoffs) En Route To Super Bowl Win

Philadelphia Eagles running back Saquon Barkley has set a record for rushing yards in a season (including the playoffs) as his team emerged victorious in this year’s NFL Super Bowl. According to NFL.com, on Barkley’s 28th birthday, he had more to celebrate than the Eagles’ second Super Bowl win and birth. He also broke NFL… Continue reading Saquon Barkley Sets NFL Rushing Season Record (Including Playoffs) En Route To Super Bowl Win

CC Sabathia Voted Into Baseball Hall Of Fame Becoming Third Member Of The ‘Black Aces’ to Make It In

Former New York Yankees pitcher, CC Sabathia has been voted into the coveted Baseball Hall of Fame on Tuesday, Jan. 21, and by doing so he becomes the latest “Black Ace” (A Black pitcher who won more than 20 games in a single season) to make it to Cooperstown. According to Major League Baseball, Sabathia… Continue reading CC Sabathia Voted Into Baseball Hall Of Fame Becoming Third Member Of The ‘Black Aces’ to Make It In

Terrell Owens’ Volleyball-Playing Daughter Earns All-Americans Honorable Mention

Former NFL player Terrell Owens has passed his athletic genes onto his daughter who was recently named to the 2024 AVCA DI All-Americans Honorable Mention team. Kylee Owens attends an HBCU, Prairie View A&M and the school announced the honor last month for her contributions to the institution’s volleyball team. The third-year student is Owens’… Continue reading Terrell Owens’ Volleyball-Playing Daughter Earns All-Americans Honorable Mention

Third Annual BMAC x Jimmy Jam and Terry Lewis Music Maker Grants Taking Place January 29, 2025

BLACK MUSIC ACTION COALITION (BMAC), JIMMY JAM, AND TERRY LEWIS ANNOUNCE THIRD ANNUAL MUSIC MAKER GRANTS TO BE AWARDED AT “RESTORE & REBUILD LA” FUNDRAISER BENEFITING BMAC LA FIRE RELIEF FUND PRESENTED BY BMAC, ASCAP, AND WASSERMAN FOUNDATION The Black Music Action Coalition (BMAC) and Jimmy Jam and Terry Lewis, proudly announce the third annual BMAC… Continue reading Third Annual BMAC x Jimmy Jam and Terry Lewis Music Maker Grants Taking Place January 29, 2025

Harlem’s Rucker Park Designated As National Commemorative Site

Harlem’s famed basketball playground, Rucker Park has recently been designated as a National Commemorative Site after local politicians proposed the acknowledgment leading to President Biden signing the bill into law. New York Democratic Senator Charles Schumer and Democratic Representative Adriano Espaillat (NY-13) announced that the popular New York City playground was recognized through the Holcombe Rucker Park… Continue reading Harlem’s Rucker Park Designated As National Commemorative Site

Chicago Bulls Honor Hometown Hero Derrick Rose

After being waived from the Minneapolis Timberwolves shortly before the current NBA season started, Derrick Rose decided to retire from the game after playing 16 seasons and the team that drafted him, the Chicago Bulls gave him a tribute on Saturday, Dec. 4. According to NBA.com, the Bulls held a Derrick Rose Night during halftime… Continue reading Chicago Bulls Honor Hometown Hero Derrick Rose

Klay Thompson Surpasses Reggie Miller To Take Over No. 5 Spot On NBA All-Time Three-Point List

Dallas Mavericks sharpshooter Klay Thompson continues to add accolades to his Hall of Fame career as he moved past a former three-point specialist when he nailed a three-point shot in his latest game against the Minnesota Timberwolves. According to the team’s website, in their Christmas game, Thompson surpassed former Indiana Pacers great Reggie Miller to… Continue reading Klay Thompson Surpasses Reggie Miller To Take Over No. 5 Spot On NBA All-Time Three-Point List

OutKast Receives First Diamond Single Certification

The Atlanta duo, OutKast has achieved many goals over their careers but just recently received their very first diamond single certification. According to HipHopDX, the single, “Hey Ya” by Andre 3000 was certified diamond (meaning 10 million units sold). The single was released in 2003 off the double album, Speakerboxxx/The Love Below. The album itself… Continue reading OutKast Receives First Diamond Single Certification

The Greater Harlem Chamber of Commerce Honors Dr. Phylicia Rashad

HARLEM WEEK Historic Honoree Dr. Phylicia Rashad accepting her award.

GHCC HONORS PHYLICIA RASHAD AT FESTIVE ‘END OF YEAR RECEPTION’ Tony Award-Winning Actress Recognized as an Historic HARLEM WEEK Leader In celebration of the 50th Anniversary of HARLEM WEEK, The Greater Harlem Chamber of Commerce hosted an “End of Year Reception” where it saluted one of its Four Historic Honorees and recognized other legends. The… Continue reading The Greater Harlem Chamber of Commerce Honors Dr. Phylicia Rashad

Beyoncé Has the Most Certified RIAA Titles for a Female Artist

BEYONCÉ EARNS THE MOST RIAA CERTIFIED TITLES OF ALL TIME  BY A FEMALE ARTIST CERTIFICATIONS FOR BEYONCÉ’S ALBUMS AND SINGLES TOPS 103 New York, New York; Parkwood Entertainment/Columbia Records (December 17, 2024) – The Recording Industry Association of America (RIAA) has announced a new milestone for Beyoncé – the Most Certified Titles for a Female Artist… Continue reading Beyoncé Has the Most Certified RIAA Titles for a Female Artist

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

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