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Zendaya, Kerry Washington and More at the 2026 Essence Black Women in Hollywood Awards

The event celebrated Black women's achievements in Hollywood with over 30 notable attendees including Zendaya and Kerry Washington, held at the Fairmont Century Plaza.

  • On March 12, 2026, the 2026 ESSENCE Black Women in Hollywood Awards took place at the Fairmont Century Plaza, Los Angeles, with Zendaya, actress and Kerry Washington, actress attending.
  • Titled the ESSENCE Black Women in Hollywood Awards, the ceremony featured images showing on-screen talent and industry figures like Mona Scott, Lisa Cortés, Aleshea Harris, and Erika Alexander.
  • Jurnee Smollett joined other actors and musicians at the ceremony, including performers Chloe Bailey, Halle Bailey, Niecy Nash, singer/actor Coco Jones, and entertainment executive Bozoma Saint John.
  • Photographers Earl Gibson III and Savion Washington provided credited images documenting attendees across the event, showing substantial red carpet photography coverage yesterday.
  • Amid a gathering of high-profile talent, the event highlighted visibility for Black women from film, TV and music, with Sheryl Lee Ralph, Lynn Whitfield, Erika Alexander, Mya, and Bozoma Saint John present.
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Essence broke the news in on Thursday, March 12, 2026.
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