56th NAACP Image Awards Celebrate Black Excellence in Entertainment and Culture
The ceremony honors achievements in film, television, music, and public service, with Kamala Harris, the Wayans family, and Dave Chappelle receiving special recognition.
- The 56th NAACP Image Awards are being held at the Pasadena Civic Auditorium, airing live on BET and CBS at 8 p.m. ET, with streaming options available on platforms like Paramount+ and FuboTV.
- Deon Cole is hosting the event, which highlights the theme 'Our Stories, Our Culture, Our Excellence' and celebrates achievements by people of color across various fields.
- Kamala Harris will receive the Chairman's Award for her dedication to justice and equality, while the Wayans family will be inducted into the Hall of Fame for their contributions to comedy and entertainment.
- Dave Chappelle will be honored with the President's Award, recognizing his impactful and thought-provoking contributions to comedy and culture.
- Major nominees include 'The Piano Lesson' leading with 14 nominations in film categories, 'Abbott Elementary' dominating television with 10 nominations, and GloRilla earning six nods in music categories.
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