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51st Annual NAACP Image Awards Winners

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4 years ago

February 23, 2020

(l-r) Storm Reid, Rihanna, Janelle Monáe, and Lizzo attend the 51st NAACP Image Awards, Presented by BET, at Pasadena Civic Auditorium on Saturday in Pasadena, California. Photo: Getty Images for BET.

PASADENA, Ca. (FNN NEWS) – The 51st NAACP Image Awards showcased black excellence at the Pasadena Civic Center Auditorium and aired live on BET Saturday February 22, 2020. The show recognized outstanding performances from talented people of color in the arts and groups or individuals leading the way in creatively promoting social justice. Several honorary awards included the President’s Award, the Chairman’s Award, Entertainer of the Year, and the Image Awards Hall of Fame, as well as 60 competitive categories in the specialties of literature, recording, television, and motion picture.

Lizzo was recognized as entertainer of the year. Recent criminal justice biopic Just Mercy had six nominations and won four: Outstanding Motion Picture, Outstanding Ensemble Cast in a Motion Picture, Outstanding Actor in a Motion Picture (Michael B. Jordan) and Outstanding Supporting Actor in a Motion Picture (Jamie Fox). Congressman and civil rights leader John Lewis received the Chairman’s Award; Rihanna received the President’s award and gave an outstanding speech.

Here is the full list of 2020 NAACP Image Award winners:

Entertainer of the Year
Lizzo

Outstanding Comedy Series
“black-ish” (ABC)

Outstanding Actor in a Comedy Series
Anthony Anderson – “black-ish” (ABC)

Outstanding Actress in a Comedy Series
Tracee Ellis Ross – “black-ish” (ABC)

Outstanding Supporting Actor in a Comedy Series
Deon Cole – “black-ish” (ABC)

Outstanding Supporting Actress in a Comedy Series
Marsai Martin – “black-ish” (ABC)

Outstanding Drama Series
“Greenleaf” (OWN)

Outstanding Actor in a Drama Series
Omari Hardwick, “Power” (Starz)

Outstanding Actress in a Drama Series
Angela Bassett, “9-1-1” (FOX)

Outstanding Supporting Actor in a Drama Series
Harold Perrineau – “Claws” (TNT)

Outstanding Supporting Actress in a Drama Series
Lynn Whitfield – “Greenleaf” (OWN)

Outstanding Motion Picture
Just Mercy (Warner Bros. Pictures)

Outstanding Actor in a Motion Picture
Michael B. Jordan – Just Mercy (Warner Bros. Pictures)

Outstanding Actress in a Motion Picture
Lupita Nyong’o – Us (Universal Pictures)

Outstanding Supporting Actor in a Motion Picture
Jamie Foxx – Just Mercy (Warner Bros. Pictures)

Outstanding Supporting Actress in a Motion Picture
Marsai Martin – Little (Universal Pictures)

Outstanding Breakthrough Performance in Motion Picture
Marsai Martin – Little (Universal Pictures)

Outstanding Ensemble Cast in a Motion Picture
Just Mercy (Warner Bros. Pictures)

Outstanding Independent Motion Picture
Dolemite is My Name (Netflix)

Outstanding Television Movie, Limited-Series or Dramatic Special
When They See Us (Netflix)

Outstanding Actor in a Television Movie, Limited-Series or Dramatic Special
Jharrel Jerome – When They See Us (Netflix)

Outstanding Actress in a Television Movie, Limited-Series or Dramatic Special
Niecy Nash – When They See Us (Netflix)

Outstanding News/Information (Series or Special)
“Unsung” (TV One)

Outstanding Talk Series
“Red Table Talk” (Facebook Watch)

Outstanding Reality Program/Reality Competition Series/Game Show
“Rhythm + Flow” (Netflix)

Outstanding Variety Show (Series or Special)
Homecoming: A Film by Beyoncé (Netflix)

Outstanding Children’s Program
“Family Reunion” (Netflix)

Outstanding Performance by a Youth (Series, Special, Television Movie or Limited-Series)
Marsai Martin – “black-ish” (ABC)

Outstanding Host in a Talk or News/Information (Series or Special) – Individual or Ensemble
Jada Pinkett Smith – “Red Table Talk” (Facebook Watch)

Outstanding Host in a Reality/Reality Competition, Game Show or Variety (Series or Special) – Individual or Ensemble
Steve Harvey – “Celebrity Family Feud” (ABC)

Outstanding Guest Performance in a Comedy or Drama Series
Kelly Rowland – “American Soul” (BET Networks)

Outstanding Album
Homecoming: The Live Album – Beyoncé (Parkwood Entertainment/Columbia Records)

Outstanding New Artist
Lil Nas X (Columbia Records)

Outstanding Male Artist
Bruno Mars (Atlantic Records)

Outstanding Female Artist
Beyoncé (Parkwood Entertainment/Columbia Records)

Outstanding Song – Traditional
“SPIRIT” – Beyoncé (Parkwood Entertainment/Columbia Records)

Outstanding Song – Contemporary
“Before I Let Go” – Beyoncé (Parkwood Entertainment/Columbia Records)

Outstanding Duo, Group or Collaboration
“Brown Skin Girl” – Blue Ivy, SAINt JHN, Beyoncé & WizKiD (Parkwood Entertainment/Columbia Records)

Outstanding Jazz Album
Love & Liberation – Jazzmeia Horn (Concord Jazz)

Outstanding Gospel/Christian Album (Traditional or Contemporary)
Love Theory – Kirk Franklin (Fo Yo Soul Records/RCA Records)

Outstanding Music Video/Visual Album
“Juice” – Lizzo (Nice Life Records/Atlantic Records)

Outstanding Soundtrack/Compilation Album
The Lion King: The Gift – Beyoncé w/Various Artists (Parkwood Entertainment/Columbia Records)

Outstanding Literary Work – Fiction
The Revisioners – Margaret Wilkerson Sexton (Counter Point Press)

Outstanding Literary Work – Nonfiction
The Source of Self-Regard: Selected Essays, Speeches, and Meditations – Toni Morrison

Outstanding Literary Work – Debut Author
I Am Dance: Words and Images of the Black Dancer – Hal Banfield (Author), Javier Vasquez (Illustrator), (Literary Revolutionary)

Outstanding Literary Work – Biography/Autobiography
More Than Enough: Claiming Space for Who You Are (No Matter What They Say) – Elaine Welteroth (Viking Press)

Outstanding Literary Work – Instructional
Your Next Level Life: 7 Rules of Power, Confidence, And Opportunity For Black Women In America – Karen Arrington (Author), Joanna Price (Illustrator), Sheryl Taylor (Forward) (Mango Publishing)

Outstanding Literary Work – Poetry
Felon: Poems – Reginald Dwayne Betts (W.W. Norton Company)

Outstanding Literary Work – Children
Sulwe – Lupita Nyong’o (Author), Vashti Harrison (Illustrator), (Simon & Schuster, BFYR)

Outstanding Literary Work – Youth/Teens
Around Harvard Square – C.J. Farley (Akashic Books)

Outstanding Directing in a Comedy Series
Anya Adams – “GLOW” – “Outward Bound” (Netflix)

Outstanding Directing in a Drama Series
Curtis “50 Cent” Jackson – “Power” – “Forgot About Dre” (STARZ)

Outstanding Directing in a Motion Picture (Television)
Rashid Johnson – Native Son (HBO)

Outstanding Directing in a Motion Picture (Film)
Chiwetel Ejiofor – The Boy Who Harnessed the Wind (Netflix)

Outstanding Writing in a Comedy Series
Cord Jefferson – “The Good Place” – “Tinker, Tailor, Demon, Spy” (NBC)

Outstanding Writing in a Drama Series
Nichelle Tramble Spellman – “Truth Be Told” – “Monster” (Apple TV+)

Outstanding Writing in a Motion Picture (Television)
Suzan-Lori Parks – Native Son (HBO)

Outstanding Writing in a Motion Picture (Film)
Jordan Peele – Us (Universal Pictures)

Outstanding Character Voice-Over Performance (Television or Film)
James Earl Jones – The Lion King (Walt Disney Studios)

Outstanding Documentary (Film)
Toni Morrison: The Pieces I Am (Magnolia Pictures)

Outstanding Documentary (Television – Series or Special)
Hitsville: The Making of Motown (Showtime)

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Samantha Nicole is a Florida National News contributor. | social@floridanationalnews.com

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Florida House Democratic Leader-Designate Fentrice Driskell Announces Leadership Team

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1 year ago

November 21, 2022

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TALLAHASSEE, Fla. – Florida House Democratic Leader-Designate Fentrice Driskell (D-Tampa) today announced the appointment of the following Democratic Representatives to serve on the House Democratic Caucus leadership team for the 2022-24 legislative term:

Leader Pro Tempore: Representative Dotie Joseph (D-Miami);
Policy Chair: Representative Kelly Skidmore (D-Boca Raton);
Floor Leader: Representative Michael “Mike” Gottlieb (D-Davie); and
Whip: Representative Christine Hunschofsky (D-Parkland).

“The House Democratic Caucus is made up of some of the strongest, most fierce champions of the people in the entire state,” said Leader-Designate Driskell. “It is an honor and great pleasure to work with these individuals in this new capacity, and all of them are prepared to lead the Caucus in the face of the challenges that lie ahead of us.”

As Leader Pro Tempore, Representative Joseph will assist the Democratic Leader in carrying out designated responsibilities and perform such Leadership responsibilities as are assigned, including stepping in for the Leader as needed.

“I have had the distinct pleasure of knowing Representative Joseph for over 20 years. From the time we were at Georgetown Law to now, she has always been a consistent champion for justice. The issues she advocates for on behalf of all Floridians makes Representative Joseph an invaluable asset in defending Floridians against extremist Republican policies,” said Leader-Designate Driskell. “I look forward to Representative Joseph’s leadership as a key member of my team over the next two years.”

In her role as the Caucus Policy Chair, Representative Skidmore will be responsible for ensuring the Caucus continues to champion legislation that positively impacts all Floridians, and will lead discussions about bills before the House at Caucus meetings.

“As the previous Policy Chair for the Caucus, I know what is needed to do this job. Appointing Representative Skidmore as Policy Chair was an easy choice,” said Leader-Designate Driskell. “She stood out as a prime member in understanding policy during the last legislative term. Representative Skidmore also brings with her a wealth of experience as both a former House and Senate staffer and House member. Applying her unique skillset to this new role will benefit the Caucus and all Floridians.”

In his role as Floor Leader, Representative Gottlieb will be responsible in interpreting the House Rules, ensuring the Caucus adheres to the agreed upon rules, and working with his Republican counterpart in advocating for fair amounts of time be allotted to the Caucus in debating different pieces of legislation.

“Two things I greatly appreciate about Representative Gottlieb are his refreshing candor and strong fortitude,” said Leader-Designate Driskell. “As the minority party in the Legislature, we’re aware of the challenges that lie ahead of us. What we need right now is someone who is unwavering under extreme pressure to help guide our Caucus during difficult moments. Representative Gottlieb is perfectly suited for this role.”

As Whip, Representative Hunschofsky will be responsible for keeping all Democratic Caucus members apprised of Caucus policy on any bills or issues before the House.

“Representative Hunschofsky has an amazing ability to get things done,” said Leader-Designate Driskell. “Not only does Representative Hunschofsky possess a wealth of knowledge due to her experience as the former mayor of Parkland, Florida, she is also a champion of many initiatives close to Floridians’ hearts, such as expanding access to quality mental health care. I know Representative Hunschofsky’s knowledge and ability will help prepare our Caucus for the challenges of the next two year.”

The Florida House Democratic Caucus will convene during Organizational Session taking place Nov. 21-22, 2022 in advance of the 2023 Legislative Session scheduled to begin on March 7, 2023.

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VIDEO: State Rep. Dianne Hart elected chair of the Florida Legislative Black Caucus

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November 20, 2022

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ORLANDO, Fla. (FNN) – State Representative Dianne Hart (D-Tampa), incoming Chair of the Florida Legislative Black Caucus, talks briefly with Florida National News on the importance of the Florida Blue Florida Classic at Camping World Stadium in Orlando Saturday. The Florida Classic is an annual college football rivalry game between Bethune–Cookman University and Florida A&M University.

Hart’s Twitter Statement:

Hart’s statement: “I’m honored to have been elected as the Chair of the Florida Legislative Black Caucus.” “I’m grateful to my colleagues for their support and for trusting me to move this important caucus forward.”

During the 2021 and 2022 Legislative Sessions, Rep. Hart served on the following House committees, including Democratic Ranking Member of the Infrastructure and Tourism Appropriations Subcommittee, Judiciary Committee, Joint Committee on Public Counsel Oversight, Ways & Means Committee, Criminal Justice & Public Safety Subcommittee, State Legislative Redistricting Subcommittee and Select Subcommittee on Authorized Gaming Activity.

Hart was first elected to the Florida House of Representatives in 2018. She is also the CEO of the East Tampa Business and Civic Association.

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Former State Rep. Bruce Antone Ready To Rejoin Florida House

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October 21, 2022

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Former State Representative Bruce Antone respond to questions by CFABJ, NAACP, and the Florida Voters League panel during a candidates forum in Orange County, Thursday, October 19, 2022. (Photo by J Willie David, III / Florida National News)

ORLANDO, Fla. (FNN) – Former Florida State Representative Bruce Antone served 12 years (six terms) in the Florida House of Representatives and defeated incumbent Democratic Rep. Travaris McCurdy during the August primary election to represent Orange County in the newly draw District 41 House seat.

CFABJ, NAACP, and Florida Voters League held a candidates forum for candidates seeking county, state and Congressional seats in Orange County, Thursday, October 19, 2022. (Photo by J Willie David, III / Florida National News)

Antone was among eleven candidates seeking election to county, state and Congressional seats participating in a candidate forum hosted by CFABJ, NAACP and the Florida Voters League, Wednesday, October 19, 2022.

Green Party nominee Robin Denise Harris is the only potential road block in Antone’s return to Tallahassee and faces off with him in the November general election. The District 41 House seat has an overwhelmingly Democratic voter base.

During his time in the Florida House, Antone was elected by his colleagues to serve as the Chairman of the 29-member Florida Legislative Black Caucus.

The general election is Tuesday, November 8, 2022.