NAACP Image Awards kick off with recognition of Altadena residents impacted by wildfires
- The NAACP Image Awards took place at the Pasadena Civic Auditorium, celebrating Black excellence and resilience, according to an event release provided by BET, which is airing the ceremony live beginning at 8 p.m. ET.
- Former Vice President Kamala Harris received the Chairman's Award, with NAACP board of directors chair Leon W. Russell praising her as 'more than a leader ̶ she is a force of change.'
- The Wayans family was inducted into the NAACP Hall of Fame for their contributions to comedy, with Marlon Wayans sharing humorous stories about their rise.
- The audience honored Altadena residents affected by wildfires, as host Deon Cole recognized those whose lives were impacted by January's devastating wildfires in Los Angeles.
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NAACP Image Awards kick off with recognition of Altadena residents impacted by wildfires
The 56th NAACP Image Awards has kicked off in Pasadena, California, with host Deon Cole...
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