Former Vice President Kamala Harris delivered a message of resilience and faith at the NAACP Image Awards, urging people to stay strong during the tenure of President Donald Trump. The event, which took place in Los Angeles, honored Harris with the Chairman’s Award, recognizing her as the first woman and person of color to serve as vice president. Harris emphasized the importance of staying vigilant, seeking the truth, and using power to effect change amidst challenging times.
The 56th annual Image Awards also inducted the Wayans family, including Keenen Ivory Wayans and Damon Wayans, Sr., into the NAACP Image Awards Hall of Fame for their contributions to film and television comedy. The family, known for projects such as “In Living Color” and “Scary Movie,” has left a lasting impact on Hollywood.
Keke Palmer was named entertainer of the year, expressing surprise and gratitude for the honor. The event also recognized Los Angeles residents impacted by wildfires earlier in the year, with actor Morris Chestnut paying tribute to their resilience and community spirit.
Comedian Dave Chappelle received the President’s Award for his thought-provoking humor and advocacy for representation of Black people in media. Chappelle highlighted the importance of pushing back against negative portrayals and working towards positive change in the industry. Overall, the event celebrated Black excellence in entertainment and emphasized the importance of unity and resilience in challenging times.
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