55th NAACP Image Awards 2024: Full List of Nominees

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Colman Domingo, Ayo Edebiri, Usher, and more are among the top nominees for the prestigious 55th NAACP Image Awards. The nominations, announced recently, celebrate excellence in Black filmmaking, writing, music, podcasting, and more.

Leading the pack is Colman Domingo with three nominations in motion picture categories, including a nod for Entertainer of the Year. In television, Ayo Edebiri shines with two nominations for her roles on The Bear and Abbott Elementary.

Netflix and Amazon dominate television and film categories and, Victoria Monét and Usher stand out in the music category.

President and CEO of BET Media Group, Scott Mills expressed excitement about honoring this year’s nominees who showcase extraordinary talent within the community.

The public can vote online at http://naacpimageawards.net until Feb. 24 to choose winners in select categories for the upcoming ceremony.

Discover the full list of nominees below:

ENTERTAINER OF THE YEAR

Colman Domingo
Fantasia Barrino
Halle Bailey
Keke Palmer
Usher

FILM CATEGORIES

OUTSTANDING MOTION PICTURE

American Fiction
Origin
Rustin
The Color Purple
They Cloned Tyrone

OUTSTANDING ACTOR IN A MOTION PICTURE

Colman Domingo – Rustin
Denzel Washington – The Equalizer 3
Jamie Foxx – The Burial
Jeffrey Wright – American Fiction
John Boyega – They Cloned Tyrone

OUTSTANDING ACTRESS IN A MOTION PICTURE

Aunjanue Ellis–Taylor – Origin
Fantasia Barrino – The Color Purple
Halle Bailey – The Little Mermaid
Teyana Taylor – A Thousand And One
Yara Shahidi – Sitting in Bars with Cake

OUTSTANDING SUPPORTING ACTOR IN A MOTION PICTURE

Colman Domingo – The Color Purple
Corey Hawkins – The Color Purple
Glynn Turman – Rustin
Jamie Foxx – They Cloned Tyrone
Sterling K. Brown – American Fiction

OUTSTANDING SUPPORTING ACTRESS IN A MOTION PICTURE

Danielle Brooks – The Color Purple
Da’Vine Joy Randolph – The Holdovers
Erika Alexander – American Fiction
Halle Bailey – The Color Purple
Taraji P. Henson – The Color Purple

OUTSTANDING INDEPENDENT MOTION PICTURE

Back on the Strip
Brother
Story Ave
Sweetwater
The Angry Black Girl and Her Monster

OUTSTANDING INTERNATIONAL MOTION PICTURE

Anatomy of a Fall
Brother
Mami Wata
Rye Lane
Society of the Snow

OUTSTANDING BREAKTHROUGH PERFORMANCE IN A MOTION PICTURE

Aaron Pierre – Brother
Laya DeLeon Hayes – The Angry Black Girl and Her Monster
Mila Davis–Kent – Creed III
Phylicia Pearl Mpasi – The Color Purple
Teyana Taylor – A Thousand And One

OUTSTANDING ENSEMBLE CAST IN A MOTION PICTURE

American Fiction
Rustin
The Blackening
The Color Purple
They Cloned Tyrone

OUTSTANDING ANIMATED MOTION PICTURE

Elemental
Lil’ Ruby
Spider–Man: Across the Spider–Verse
Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Mutant Mayhem
Wish

OUTSTANDING CHARACTER VOICE-OVER PERFORMANCE – MOTION PICTURE

Ariana DeBose – Wish
Brian Tyree Henry – Spider–Man: Across the Spider–Verse
Daniel Kaluuya – Spider–Man: Across the Spider–Verse
Issa Rae – Spider–Man: Across the Spider–Verse
Shameik Moore – Spider–Man: Across the Spider–Verse

OUTSTANDING SHORT-FORM (LIVE ACTION)

Flower
Gaps
Lucille
Rocky Road on Channel Three
The After

OUTSTANDING SHORT-FORM (ANIMATED)

Blueberry
Bridges
Burning Rubber
Ego’ Curse
Lil’ Ruby

OUTSTANDING BREAKTHROUGH CREATIVE (MOTION PICTURE)

A.V. Rockwell – A Thousand and One
Blitz Bazawule – The Color Purple
Choice Skinner – A New Life
Dewayne Perkins – The Blackening
Juel Taylor – They Cloned Tyrone

OUTSTANDING YOUTH PERFORMANCE IN A MOTION PICTURE

Aaron Kingsley Adetola – A Thousand And One
Aven Courtnery – A Thousand And One
Calah Lane – Wonka
Lennox Simms – Origin
Mila Davis–Kent – Creed III

OUTSTANDING CINEMATOGRAPHY IN A FEATURE FILM

C. Kim Miles, Julia Liu, Clair Popkin – STILL: A Michael J. Fox Movie
Eric K. Yue – A Thousand and One
Guy Godfree – Brother
Ken Seng – They Cloned Tyrone
Paul Yee – Joy Ride

TELEVISION + STREAMING CATEGORIES

OUTSTANDING COMEDY SERIES

Abbott Elementary
Harlem
Survival of the Thickest
The Neighborhood
UnPrisoned

OUTSTANDING ACTOR IN A COMEDY SERIES

Cedric The Entertainer – The Neighborhood
Delroy Lindo – UnPrisoned
Dulé Hill – The Wonder Years
Mike Epps – The Upshaws
Tone Bell – Survival of the Thickest

OUTSTANDING ACTRESS IN A COMEDY SERIES

Kerry Washington – UnPrisoned
Meagan Good – Harlem
Michelle Buteau – Survival of the Thickest
Quinta Brunson – Abbott Elementary
Tichina Arnold – The Neighborhood

OUTSTANDING SUPPORTING ACTOR IN A COMEDY SERIES

Kenan Thompson – Saturday Night Live
Roy Wood Jr. – The Daily Show
Tyler Lepley – Harlem
Tyler James Williams – Abbott Elementary
William Stanford Davis – Abbott Elementary

OUTSTANDING SUPPORTING ACTRESS IN A COMEDY SERIES

Ayo Edebiri – The Bear
Ego Nwodim – Saturday Night Live
Janelle James – Abbott Elementary
Sheryl Lee Ralph – Abbott Elementary
Shoniqua Shandai – Harlem

OUTSTANDING DRAMA SERIES

Bel–Air
Black Cake
Found
Queen Charlotte: A Bridgerton Story
Snowfall

OUTSTANDING ACTOR IN A DRAMA SERIES

Damson Idris – Snowfall
Forest Whitaker – Godfather of Harlem
Idris Elba – Hijack
Jabari Banks – Bel–Air
Jesse L. Martin – The Irrational

OUTSTANDING ACTRESS IN A DRAMA SERIES

Angela Bassett – 9–1–1
India Ria Amarteifio – Queen Charlotte: A Bridgerton Story
Octavia Spencer – Truth Be Told
Queen Latifah – The Equalizer
Zoe Saldaña – Special Ops: Lioness

OUTSTANDING SUPPORTING ACTOR IN A DRAMA SERIES

Adrian Holmes – Bel–Air
Amin Joseph – Snowfall
Giancarlo Esposito – Godfather of Harlem
LaRoyce Hawkins – Chicago PD
Wendell Pierce – Tom Clancy’s Jack Ryan

OUTSTANDING SUPPORTING ACTRESS IN A DRAMA SERIES

Adjoa Andoh – Queen Charlotte: A Bridgerton Story
Arsema Thomas – Queen Charlotte: A Bridgerton Story
Golda Rosheuvel – Queen Charlotte: A Bridgerton Story
Gail Bean – Snowfall
Nicole Beharie – The Morning Show

OUTSTANDING TELEVISION MOVIE, LIMITED SERIES OR DRAMATIC SPECIAL

Black Girl Missing
First Lady of BMF: The Tonesa Welch Stor
Heist 88
Lawmen: Bass Reeves
Swarm

OUTSTANDING ACTOR IN A TELEVISION MOVIE, LIMITED SERIES OR DRAMATIC SPECIAL

Brian Tyree Henry – Class of ’09
Courtney B. Vance – Heist 88
Keith Powers – The Perfect Find
Lance Reddick – The Caine Mutiny Court–Martial
Samuel L. Jackson – Secret Invasion

OUTSTANDING ACTRESS IN A TELEVISION MOVIE, LIMITED SERIES OR DRAMATIC SPECIAL

Ali Wong – Beef
Chlöe Bailey – Praise This
Dominique Fishback – Swarm
Gabrielle Union – The Perfect Find
Meagan Good – Buying Back My Daughter

OUTSTANDING SUPPORTING ACTOR IN A TELEVISION MOVIE, LIMITED SERIES OR DRAMATIC SPECIAL

Carl Anthony Payne II – Binged to Death
Damon Wayans – Cinnamon
Damson Idris – Swarm
Don Cheadle – Secret Invasion
Jharrel Jerome – Full Circle

OUTSTANDING SUPPORTING ACTRESS IN A TELEVISION MOVIE, LIMITED SERIES OR DRAMATIC SPECIAL

Aja Naomi King – Lessons in Chemistry
CCH Pounder – Full Circle
Micheala Jaé Rodriguez – American Horror Story: Delicate
Phylicia Rashad – Heaven Down Here
Tisha Campbell – Every Breath She Takes

OUTSTANDING NEWS/INFORMATION (SERIES OR SPECIAL)

20/20 – Kerry Washington: Thicker Than Water – A Conversation with Robin Roberts
The 1619 Project
theGrio with Marc Lamont Hill
The Reidout
Into America

OUTSTANDING TALK SERIES

Hart to Heart
Sherri
Tamron Hall
The Jennifer Hudson Show
Turning the Tables with Robin Roberts

OUTSTANDING REALITY PROGRAM, REALITY COMPETITION OR GAME SHOW (SERIES)

America’s Got Talent
Barbecue Showdown
Celebrity Family Feud
Critter Fixers: Country Vets
Wild ‘N Out

OUTSTANDING VARIETY SHOW (SERIES OR SPECIAL)

A Black Lady Sketch Show
A Grammy Salute to 50 Years of Hip–Hop
Chris Rock: Selective Outrage
My Name is Mo’Nique
Wanda Sykes: I’m An Entertainer

OUTSTANDING CHILDREN’S PROGRAM

Ada Twist, Scientist
Alma’s Way
Craig of the Creek
Gracie’s Corner
My Dad The Bounty Hunter

OUTSTANDING PERFORMANCE BY A YOUTH (SERIES, SPECIAL, TELEVISION OR LIMITED SERIES)

Alaya High – That Girl Lay Lay
Elisha “EJ” Williams – The Wonder Years
Jalyn Hall – The Crossover
Keivonn Woodard – The Last of Us
Leah Sava Jeffries – Percy Jackson and the Olympians

OUTSTANDING HOST IN A TALK OR NEWS/INFORMATION (SERIES OR SPECIAL)

Bomani Jones – Game Theory with Bomani Jones
Joy Reid – The Reidout
Sherri Shepherd – Sherri
Tamron Hall – Tamron Hall
Whoopi Goldberg, Joy Behar, Sunny Hostin, Sara Haines, Ana Navarro, Alyssa Farah Griffin – The View

OUTSTANDING HOST IN A REALITY/REALITY COMPETITION, GAME SHOW OR VARIETY (SERIES OR SPECIAL)

Anthony Anderson, Cedric The Entertainer – Kings of BBQ
DC Young Fly – Celebrity Squares
Nick Cannon – The Masked Singer
RuPaul Charles – RuPaul’s Drag Race
Steve Harvey – Celebrity Family Feud

OUTSTANDING GUEST PERFORMANCE

Ayo Edebiri – Abbott Elementary
Garcelle Beauvais – Survival of the Thickest
Giancarlo Esposito – The Mandalorian
Michael B. Jordan – Saturday Night Live
Roy Wood, Jr. – The Daily Show

OUTSTANDING ANIMATED SERIES

Big Mouth
Gracie’s Corner
Marvel’s Spidey & His Amazing Friends
The Proud Family: Louder and Prouder
Young Love

OUTSTANDING CHARACTER VOICE-OVER PERFORMANCE (TELEVISION)

Cree Summer – Rugrats
Issa Rae – Young Love
Keke Palmer – The Proud Family: Louder and Prouder
Kyla Pratt – The Proud Family: Louder and Prouder
Scott Mescudi – Young Love

OUTSTANDING PERFORMANCE IN A SHORT FORM SERIES

Jessica Mikayla – Disney Launchpad Season 2
Kevin Hart – Die Hart 2: Die Harter
Leslie Jones – After the Cut–The Daily Show
Nathalie Emmanuel – Die Hart 2: Die Harter
Seth Carr – Disney Launchpad Season 2

OUTSTANDING SHORT FORM SERIES – COMEDY OR DRAMA

After the Cut
Die Hart 2: Die Harter
Disney Launchpad Season 2
Doggyland
I Am Groot

OUTSTANDING SHORT FORM SERIES – REALITY/NONFICTION

Did You Know?
I Was A Soul Train Dancer
Mama Mann’s Kitchen
Ritual
RuPaul’s Drag Race

OUTSTANDING BREAKTHROUGH CREATIVE (TELEVISION)

Adjani Salmon – Dreaming Whilst Black
Kale Futterman – Ginny & Georgia
Michelle Buteau – Survival of the Thickest
Thara Popoola – Sex Education
Troy Hunter – Sex Education

RECORDING CATEGORIES

OUTSTANDING NEW ARTIST

FLO
Jordan Ward
Leon Thomas
October London
Victoria Monét

OUTSTANDING MALE ARTIST

Burna Boy
Chris Brown
Davido
Jon Batiste
Usher

OUTSTANDING FEMALE ARTIST

Ari Lennox
H.E.R.
Janelle Monáe
Tems
Victoria Monét

OUTSTANDING GOSPEL/CHRISTIAN ALBUM

All Yours – Kierra Sheard
Father’s Day – Kirk Franklin
Impossible – Pastor Mike, Jr.
My Truth – Jonathan McReynolds
The Maverick Way Complete – Maverick City Music

OUTSTANDING INTERNATIONAL SONG

“Amapiano” – Asake feat. Olamide
“City Boys” – Burna Boy
“Me & U” – Tems
“People” – Libianca feat. Ayra Starr & Omah Lay
“Unavailable” – Davido

OUTSTANDING MUSIC VIDEO/VISUAL ALBUM

“Boyfriend” – Usher
“Cobra” – Megan Thee Stallion
“How We Roll” – Ciara
“On My Mama” – Victoria Monét
“Sensational” – Chris Brown feat. Davido & Lojay

OUTSTANDING ALBUM

Clear 2: Soft Life – Summer Walker
For All The Dogs – Drake
I Told Them… – Burna Boy
Jaguar II – Victoria Monét
The Age of Pleasure – Janelle Monáe

OUTSTANDING SOUNDTRACK/COMPILATION ALBUM

Creed III: The Soundtrack
Godfather of Harlem: Season 3 (Original Series Soundtrack)
Metro Boomin Presents Spider–Man: Across the Spider–Verse (Soundtrack From and Inspired by the Motion Picture/Deluxe Edition)
The Color Purple–Original Motion Picture Soundtrack
The Little Mermaid Original Motion Picture Soundtrack

OUTSTANDING GOSPEL/CHRISTIAN SONG

“All Things” – Kirk Franklin
“All Yours” – Kierra Sheard feat. Anthony Brown
“In The Room” – Maverick City Music
“It’s Working” – Todd Dulaney
“JOY (Unspeakable) – Voices of Fire feat. Pharrell Williams

OUTSTANDING JAZZ ALBUM

Brand New Life – Brandee Younger
Melusine – Cécile McLorin Salvant
Who Are You When No One is Watching? – Braxton Cook
Phoenix – Lakecia Benjamin
Truth Be Told – Angie Wells (Cafe Pacific Records)

OUTSTANDING SOUL/R&B SONG

“Back To Your Place” – October London
“Good Good” – Usher feat. 21 Savage x Summer Walker
“ICU Remix” – Coco Jones feat. Justin Timberlake
“On My Mama” – Victoria Monét
“Lipstick Lover” – Janelle Monáe

OUTSTANDING HIP-HOP/RAP SONG

“All My Life” – Lil Durk feat. J. Cole
“Blue Eyes” – Vic Mensa
“Cobra” – Megan Thee Stallion
“Palisades, CA” – Larry June & The Alchemist
“Sittin’ On Top of the World” – Burna Boy & 21 Savage

OUTSTANDING DUO, GROUP OR COLLABORATION (TRADITIONAL)

Ciara feat. Chris Brown – “How We Roll”
Coco Jones feat. Justin Timberlake – “ICU Remix”
Dreamville, Bas & Black Sherif feat. Kel–P – “Creed III: Soundtrack”
Karen Clark Sheard, Hezekiah Walker, Kierra Sheard – “God Is Good”
Voices of Fire – “Joy (Unspeakable)”

OUTSTANDING DUO, GROUP OR COLLABORATION (CONTEMPORARY)

Burna Boy & 21 Savage – “Sittin’ On Top of the World”
Chris Brown feat. Davido & Lojay – “Sensational”
Lil Durk & J. Cole – “All My Life”
Usher, 21 Savage, Summer Walker – “Good Good”
Victoria Monét feat. Lucky Day – “Smoke”

OUTSTANDING ORIGINAL SCORE FOR TV/FILM

American Fiction – Laura Karpman
Rustin – Branford Marsalis
The Color Purple – Kris Bowers
The Other Black Girl – EmmoLei Sankofa
Transformers: Rise of the Beasts – Jongnic Bontemps

DOCUMENTARY CATEGORIES

OUTSTANDING DOCUMENTARY (FILM)

American Symphony
Fast Dreams
Invisible Beauty
Little Richard: I Am Everything
Stamped from the Beginning

OUTSTANDING DOCUMENTARY (TELEVISION)

American Experience
Dear Mama
High on the Hog: How African American Cuisine Transformed America
Kevin Hart & Chris Rock: Headliners Only
Ladies First: A Story of Women in Hip–Hop

OUTSTANDING SHORT FORM DOCUMENTARY

Alive in Bronze: Huey P. Newton
Birthing a Nation: The Resistance of Mary Gaffney
Black Girls Play: The Story of Hand Games
Freshwater
Ifine: Beauty

WRITING CATEGORIES

OUTSTANDING WRITING IN A COMEDY SERIES

Ava Coleman – Abbott Elementary
Brittani Nichols – Abbott Elementary
Donald Glover, Janine Nabers – Swarm
Michelle Buteau – Survival of the Thickest
Norman Vance, Jr. – Saturdays

OUTSTANDING WRITING IN A DRAMA SERIES

Carla Banks–Waddles – Bel–Air
Lee Sung Jin – BEEF
Marissa Jo Cerar – Black Cake
Nkechi Okoro Carroll – Found
Shonda Rhimes – Queen Charlotte: A Bridgerton Story

OUTSTANDING WRITING IN A TELEVISION MOVIE OR SPECIAL

Dwayne Johnson–Cochran – Heist 88
Frank E. Flowers, Tony Rettenmaier, Juel Taylor – Shooting Stars
Marlon Wayans – Marlon Wayans: God Loves Me
Sam Jay – Sam Jay: Salute Me or Shoot Me
Tina Gordon, Brandon Broussard, Hudson Obayuwana, Jana Savage, Camilla Blackett – Praise This

OUTSTANDING WRITING IN A MOTION PICTURE

A.V. Rockwell – A Thousand and One
Cord Jefferson – American Fiction
Juel Taylor, Tony Rettenmaier – They Cloned Tyrone
Maggie Betts, Doug Wright – The Burial
Marcus Gardley – The Color Purple

DIRECTING CATEGORIES

OUTSTANDING DIRECTING IN A COMEDY SERIES

Amy Aniobi – Survival of the Thickest
Donald Glover – Swarm
Neema Barnette – Grand Crew
Numa Perrier – UnPrisoned
Robbie Countryman – The Upshaws

OUTSTANDING DIRECTING IN A DRAMA SERIES

Alonso Alvarez–Barreda – Snowfall
Amin Joseph – Snowfall
Carl Seaton – Godfather of Harlem
Dawn Wilkinson – Power Book II: Ghost
Geary McLeod – Power Book II: Ghost

OUTSTANDING DIRECTING IN A TELEVISION MOVIE OR SPECIAL

Bryian Keith Montgomery Jr. – Cinnamon
Chris Robinson – Shooting Stars
Keke Palmer – Big Boss
Numa Perrier – The Perfect Find
Vivica A. Fox – First Lady of BMF: The Tonesa Welch Story

OUTSTANDING DIRECTING IN A MOTION PICTURE

Antoine Fuqua – The Equalizer 3
Ava DuVernay – Origin
George C. Wolfe – Rustin
Juel Taylor – They Cloned Tyrone
Michael B. Jordan – Creed III

OUTSTANDING DIRECTING IN A DOCUMENTARY (TELEVISION OR MOTION PICTURE)

Allen Hughes – Dear Mama
Bethann Hardison, Frédéric Tcheng – Invisible Beauty
Dave Wooley, David Heilbroner – Dionne Warwick: Don’t Make Me Over
Lisa Cortés – Little Richard: I Am Everything
Roger Ross Williams – Stamped from the Beginning

LITERARY CATEGORIES

OUTSTANDING LITERARY WORK – FICTION

Everything Is Not Enough – Lola Akinmade Åkerström
Family Lore – Elizabeth Acevedo
House of Eve – Sadeqa Johnson
Let Us Descend – Jesmyn Ward
The Heaven and Earth Grocery Store – James McBride

OUTSTANDING LITERARY WORK – NONFICTION

Black AF History: The Un–Whitewashed Story of America – Michael Harriot
BLK ART: The Audacious Legacy of Black Artists and Models in Western Art – Zaria Ware
Iconic Home: Interiors, Advice, and Stories from 50 Amazing Black Designers – Black Interior Designers and June Reese
The Art of Ruth E. Carter – Ruth E. Carter (Foreword by Danai Gurira)
The New Brownies’ Book: A Love Letter to Black Families – Karida L. Brown, Charly Palmer

OUTSTANDING LITERARY WORK – DEBUT AUTHOR

And Then He Sang a Lullaby – Ani Kayode Somtochukwu
Coleman Hill: A Novel – Kim Coleman Foote
Rootless – Krystle Zara Appiah
The Black Joy Project – Kleaver Cruz
The God of Good Looks – Breanne McIvor

OUTSTANDING LITERARY WORK – BIOGRAPHY/AUTOBIOGRAPHY

Love and Justice: A Story of Triumph on Two Different Courts – Maya Moore Irons
Lucky Me: A Memoir of Changing the Odds – Rich Paul
Nothing Is Missing – Nicole Walters
Our Secret Society: Mollie Moon and the Glamour, Money, and Power Behind the Civil Rights Movement – Dr. Tanisha C. Ford
Straight Shooter: A Memoir of Second Chances and First Takes – Stephen A. Smith

OUTSTANDING LITERARY WORK – INSTRUCTIONAL

Badass Vegan: Fuel Your Body, Ph*ck the System, and Live Your Life Right – John Lewis
Everyday Grand: Soulful Recipes for Celebrating Life’s Big and Small Moments – Jocelyn Delk Adams, Olga Massov
Flower Love: Lush Floral Arrangements for the Heart and Home – Kristen Griffith–VanderYacht
Historically Black Phrases: From “I Ain’t One of Your Lil’ Friends” to “Who All Gon” Be There?” – Jarett Hill, Tre’vell Anderson
Livable Luxe – Brigette Romanek (Chronicle Books)

OUTSTANDING LITERARY WORK – POETRY

Above Ground – Clint Smith
So to Speak – Terrance Hayes
suddenly we – Evie Shockley
The Ferguson Report: An Erasure – Nicole Sealey
Why Fathers Cry at Night – Kwame Alexander

OUTSTANDING LITERARY WORK – CHILDREN

CROWNED: Magical Folk and Fairy Tales from the Diaspora – Kahran Bethencourt
How Do You Spell Unfair?: MacNolia Cox and the National Spelling Bee – Carole Boston Weathorford, Frank Morrison
I Absolutely, Positively Love My Spots – Lid’ya C. Rivera, Nina Mata
Is This Love? – Cedella Marley, Alea Marley
Like Lava In My Veins – Derrick Barnes, Shawn Martinbrough

OUTSTANDING LITERARY WORK – YOUTH/TEENS

Adia Kelbara and the Circle of Shamans – Isi Hendrix
Eb & Flow – Kelly J. Baptist
Everyone’s Thinking It – Aleema Omotoni
Fatima Tate Takes the Cake – Khadijah VanBrakle
Friday I’m in Love – Camryn Garrett

OUTSTANDING GRAPHIC NOVEL

Curlfriends: New in Town – Sharee Miller
Ms Davis: A Graphic Biography – Sybille Titeux de la Croix, Amazing Améziane
Queenie: Godmother of Harlem – Aurelie Levy, Elizabeth Colomba
Stamped from the Beginning: A Graphic History of Racist Ideas in America – Dr. Ibram X Kendi, Joel Christian Gill
The Talk – Darrin Bell

PODCAST CATEGORIES

OUTSTANDING NEWS AND INFORMATION PODCAST

SundayCivics
Going Wild with Dr. Rae Wynn–Grant
Holding Court with Eboni K. Williams
Into America with Trymaine Lee
The Assignment with Audie Cornish

OUTSTANDING LIFESTYLE/SELF-HELP PODCAST

Black Money Tree
Chile, Please
Is This Going To Cause An Argument
The Laverne Cox Show
The Light

OUTSTANDING SOCIETY AND CULTURE PODCAST

Higher Learning with Van Lathan and Rachel Lindsay
Jill Scott Presents: J.ill the Podcast
More Than That with Gia Peppers
The 85 South Show with Karlous Miller, DC Young Fly and Chico Bean
The Bakari Sellers Podcast

OUTSTANDING ARTS AND ENTERTAINMENT PODCAST

All the Smoke
Baby, This is Keke Palmer
Being Black: The 80s
Here’s The Thing
Nightcap with Unc and Ocho

OUTSTANDING SCRIPTED SERIES PODCAST

Crimson Hearts Collide
Small Victories
TwentyOne 21: A Black AF Scripted Audio Comedy
Whose Amazing Life?
Yes We Cannabis

OUTSTANDING PODCAST – LIMITED SERIES/SHORT FORM

I Am Story
Official Ignorance: The Death in Custody Podcast
Reclaimed: the Forgotten League
The Greatest Day: The Epic Story Behind Hip–Hop’s Most Iconic Photograph
Wakanda Forever: The Official Black Panther Podcast

COSTUME DESIGN, MAKE–UP & HAIRSTYLING CATEGORIES

OUTSTANDING COSTUME DESIGN (TELEVISION OR FILM)

Charlese Antoinette Jones – Air
Dierdra Elizabeth Govan – I’m A Virgo
Toni–Leslie James, Josh Quinn – Rustin
Francine Jamison–Tanchuck – The Color Purple
Marci Rodgers, Richard Gross, Paul A. Simmons Jr. – Shooting Stars

OUTSTANDING MAKE-UP (TELEVISION OR FILM)

Cole Patterson, Fabiola Mercado – Bel–Air
Miho Suzuki – Lessons in Chemistry
Beverly Jo Pryor, Eric Pagdin, Quintessence Patterson – Rustin
Carol Rasheed, Saisha Beecham, Ngozi Olandu Young, Manny Davila, Milene Melendez – The Color Purple
Denise Pugh–Ruiz – UnPrisoned

OUTSTANDING HAIRSTYLING (TELEVISION OR FILM)

Shavonne Brown – A Black Lady Sketch Show
Carla Joi Farmer – Air
Elizabeth Robinson – Creed III
Melissa “Missy” Forney, Sterfon Demings – A Black Lady Sketch Show
Lawrence Davis, Tym Wallace, Andrea Mona Bowen, Angela Renae Dyson, Jorge Benitez Villalobos – The Color Purple

OUTSTANDING STUNT ENSEMBLE (TV or Film)

Creed III
The Continental: From the World of John Wick
They Cloned Tyrone
Titans
Warrior

OUTSTANDING SOCIAL MEDIA PERSONALITY OF THE YEAR NOMINEES

Angel Laketa Moore
Druski
Keith Lee
Lynae Vanee
Terrell Grice

The 2024 NAACP Image Awards air live on Saturday, March 16, at 8 p.m. ET/ PT on BET and CBS.

Beverly Johnson: A Legacy of Impact and Timeless Radiance

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Beverly Johnson has made history and broken barriers throughout her career as a supermodel, author, actress, and businesswoman. She recently stopped by Sway In The Morning to promote her upcoming play, Beverly Johnson: In Vogue, which opens on January 14, 2024, at 59E59’s Theater B in New York City. But beyond her impressive career achievements, Beverly shared candid moments of her personal life, from grandparenting to love later in life.

Breaking Barriers and Making History: When Beverly Johnson became the first African American woman to grace the cover of American Vogue in August 1974, she not only left an impact on the fashion world but also challenged the beauty ideal. She opened doors for other women of color to follow, and her portrait now hangs in the National Portrait Gallery in Washington, DC. Beverly continues to be a trailblazer, inspiring generations of people to be their best selves and pursue their dreams.

Beverly Johnson: In Vogue: Written by Beverly Johnson, the play tells the story of her life, from growing up in Buffalo, New York, to becoming one of the most influential supermodels in history. The play explores the impact of her groundbreaking cover of American Vogue on the fashion industry and society as a whole. The play promises to be an intimate and inspiring look into Beverly’s life and legacy.

Candid Moments and Inspiration: Beverly’s interview on Sway In The Morning was full of heartfelt moments and laughter. Beverly talked about her joys of being a grandparent and the unexpected turns her life has taken, such as her private wedding in Vegas. She also discussed the profound influence of love later in life and how it has impacted her perspective on life. Beverly’s wisdom and authenticity are inspiring and show that, despite struggles and obstacles, it’s never too late to find love and live life to the fullest.

Maintaining Timeless Radiance: At 68 years old, Beverly Johnson’s beauty is still radiant and timeless. She shared tips on how she maintains her beauty, such as staying active, drinking water, and taking care of her skin. However, Beverly’s radiance goes beyond her physical beauty. Her spirit and positive attitude towards life shine through in everything she does, inspiring others to live with grace and intention.

Beverly Johnson’s legacy spans a lifetime of breaking barriers, inspiring others, and maintaining timeless radiance. Her upcoming play, Beverly Johnson: In Vogue, promises to be a must-see production that will offer an intimate look into her life and legacy. Her interview on Sway In The Morning offered insight into her personal life and showed that, despite challenges, it’s possible to live a life full of love and joy. Beverly Johnson’s timeless beauty and positive spirit continue to inspire, showing that age is just a number, and the best is yet to come.

Rihanna’s Savage x Fenty Valentine’s Collection: A Must-Have!

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Prepare to be stunned by the breathtaking imagery featuring none other than Rihanna herself, in the new Savage x Fenty Valentine’s Day promotion. This collection, undeniably irresistible, is now available for purchase.

The captivating range, predominantly decked in pink, is designed to celebrate love in all its forms. Rihanna’s brand has pulled out all the stops to ensure every piece of lingerie is a testament to the spirit of the holiday. This year’s line-up is nothing short of perfection.

What makes this promotion even more enthralling? That’s right, the multi-talented singer and businesswoman, Rihanna, is the face of it. As you peruse the series of spectacular shots, you are bound to be enchanted by the sheer elegance and allure of the star.

To get a taste of this bewitching collection, follow Savage x Fenty on Instagram, where they are showcasing the ‘See Thru U’ collection, amongst others. Brace yourself for an unforgettable visual experience that redefines lingerie fashion.

Here’s a sneak peek into the collection. Be warned, Rihanna’s remarkable presentation might just leave you in awe. She has truly outdone herself with this one!

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21 Savage’s Unveiling Journey in ‘American Dream’ featuring Donald Glover & Caleb McLaughlin

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21 Savage, Donald Glover, and Caleb McLaughlin star in the thrilling new trailer for American Dream. This isn’t just another rapper’s story—it’s a tale of struggle and survival that shook the globe. In 2019, the Free 21 Savage campaign took the world by storm following the arrest of the British-born rapper by ICE. The event revealed not only his immigration status but also shed light on a side of the Atlanta-based artist we had hitherto not seen.

The shocking arrest garnered immense public attention and sparked a wave of support from fans, fellow artists, and advocates alike. But the story doesn’t end there. Brace yourselves, because actor, rapper, and director Donald Glover, along with Stranger Things star Caleb McLaughlin, are set to release a super-trailer for American Dream: The 21 Savage Story.

This isn’t just another bio-pic—it’s an unforgettable memoir of incarceration, resilience, and redemption. Set against a backdrop that spans generations, American Dream promises to take us on a gripping journey through 21 Savage’s life. Get ready for its release this coming July 4th. It’s more than just a movie—it’s the narration of an American Dream through the lens of one man’s extraordinary journey.

Daniel Kaluuya’s Directorial Debut Starring Kane “Kano” Robinson: ‘The Kitchen’ Inside Scoop

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The ever-versatile Daniel Kaluuya switched gears to take the directorial reins in the new Netflix sensation, ‘The Kitchen’. Known for his captivating on-screen presence, Kaluuya proved his directorial prowess in this ground-breaking film, which explores the grit and determination of two individuals fighting against a dystopian system.

Joined by the formidable Kane Robinson – or Kano as he’s popularly known – fresh off his pivotal role in the acclaimed series ‘Top Boy’, Kaluuya crafts a narrative that is as compelling as it is thought-provoking. ‘The Kitchen’ is set in a future London stripped of its social housing, the film follows the journey of Izi and Benji, two determined characters who refuse to abandon their community, The Kitchen.

‘The Kitchen’ is more than just a cinematic spectacle; it’s a testament to the human spirit’s resilience in the face of adversities. It’s about standing your ground when everything around you is falling apart, a theme that resonates deeply in today’s socio-political climate. With his directorial debut, Kaluuya not only delivers a compelling drama but also leaves his viewers with a poignant message about the power of community and resilience.

This is just the beginning of what promises to be a promising directorial journey for Daniel Kaluuya. ‘The Kitchen’ is now streaming on Netflix – a must-watch that is as captivating as it is meaningful.

The two stopped by Sway in The Morning to speak exclusively about the film.

DMC to Grace the Inaugural New Jersey Higher Education Mental Health Summit

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Renowned artist Darryl McDaniels, affectionately known by fans worldwide as DMC of Run-DMC, is set to be a featured speaker at the inaugural New Jersey Higher Education Mental Health Summit. This prestigious event, hosted by Seton Hall University at their South Orange campus, is a significant stride towards promoting mental health awareness in higher education.

The event will have an auspicious start with New Jersey’s Lieutenant Governor, Tahesha Way, delivering the opening remarks. Following her, Sara Klein, Vice President of Student Affairs at Stevens Institute of Technology, will have the honor of introducing the keynote speaker, DMC.

DMC has consistently been a fervent advocate for mental health, tirelessly working towards destigmatizing mental illness. His memoir, Ten Ways Not To Commit Suicide, serves as a testament to his commitment to this cause. The book not only allowed DMC a cathartic outlet to discuss his past struggles, but it also became a crucial resource for those grappling with depression and addiction.

The inaugural New Jersey Higher Education Mental Health Summit, scheduled for January 10, promises to be a monumental event, fostering an open dialogue about mental health in higher education. It is events like these that highlight the increasing relevance and urgency of mental health discourse in our society today.

AZ Drops New Album “Truth Be Told”

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AZ, Grammy-nominated legend, stands as a pillar in the hip-hop community, consistently delivering lyrical prowess and authenticity. His Grammy recognition for “Full Circle” cast a spotlight on a career that has intricately woven through the growth and transitions of the genre. AZ’s collaborative magic on Nas’ “King’s Disease” acted as a testament to his lasting relevancy in an ever-changing music landscape.

After a silence spanning a decade, AZ returned triumphantly with “Doe Or Die II,” a sequel to his debut that brought fans a star-studded roster of featured artists. However, it’s his latest sonic masterpiece, “Truth Be Told,” that’s currently setting the industry abuzz. This album doesn’t just signify another entry in a storied career but highlights his evolution as an artist who can skate effortlessly over the soulful and boom-bap influenced beats conjured by the renowned Buckwild.

“Truth Be Told” is adorned with heavyweight collaborations featuring industry giants like Fat Joe, lyrical wizard Pharoahe Monch, and the soul-stirring Mumu Fresh. With Buckwild’s production, which echoes the finest hours of The Notorious B.I.G. and Jay-Z, the album promises to resonate with fans old and new. Available across all Digital Service Platforms (DSPs), “Truth Be Told” is not just an album, but a chronicle of an artist who continues to defy expectations and time. So, dive in, listen closely, and bear witness to the unfolding of AZ’s undiminished legacy.

Killer Mike to Perform at Atlanta Hawks Game on MLK Day

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In an exciting announcement, the Atlanta Hawks have named Grammy-nominated artist Killer Mike as the halftime performer for the upcoming Martin Luther King Jr. Day game against the San Antonio Spurs. The Atlanta native is no stranger to the franchise’s home ground, the State Farm Arena, where he operates the S.W.A.G. Shop, a four-chair barbershop with an overlook of the court, offering fans more than just the thrill of the game.

“As an Atlanta native and fellow Morehouse Man who is also a Hawks fan, performing for Atlanta during the MLK celebration is the homecoming dream of a lifetime,” said Killer Mike. The event promises to be a thrilling blend of sports, music, and celebrations, symbolizing Atlanta’s vibrant culture and community spirit.

Melissa Proctor, Chief Marketing Officer for the Hawks and State Farm Arena, shared the enthusiasm, saying, “We are beyond excited to have world-renowned and Atlanta’s own Killer Mike perform as part of this special annual MLK Game presented by Chase.” The Hawks’ fans are urged to join the early afternoon tipoff downtown and participate in the commemorations of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.’s life and legacy. This MLK Day promises to be unforgettable with the Hawks, Killer Mike, and the legacy of Dr. King converging on the court

Torae’s “The Bubble Chip” Takes Us on an Introspective Journey

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As we embark on a new year, Torae, the legendary Brooklyn rapper, starts it off with his thought-provoking track, “The Bubble Chip.” In this three-minute video, Torae gives a tour of the gritty project halls and basketball courts of New York City, as he drops insightful rhymes about his career and the current state of the music industry. Through his verses, Torae takes us on an introspective journey that is both engaging and informative.

In the first verse of “The Bubble Chip,” Torae takes us back to his early days in the “blog era,” where he was already making waves in the industry. He boasts about being the one and only, stating that “Ain’t nobody doing the shit that I’ve done,” and it’s hard to argue with that. Torae has written for some of the biggest names in Hip-Hop, and he’s been on a “hell of a run” ever since. He’s taken artists from his pen to number one, and from there, brought them to Sirius for a promotional run. Torae’s hustle is undeniable, and it’s what has helped him remain relevant in the constantly evolving world of music.

Moving on to the second verse, Torae addresses the increasing trend of rappers buying followers, likes, comments, and views. He makes it clear that he’s paid his dues and doesn’t need to fake any success. He states, “No proof of purchases to show you… These rappers out here selling you their storylines, faking their streams. So when they flex their Spotify numbers, it ain’t what it seems.” Torae’s authenticity and truth are what have kept him relevant throughout his career.

Between these hard-hitting verses, Torae reflects on the success of his podcast, HARD2EARN. He gives us a glimpse of what the future holds for him, hinting at more music and collaborations. Torae’s lyrical prowess and his drive to succeed are what make him a force to be reckoned with in the industry. Watch Below.

Andre Ward on Sway In The Morning: A Journey of Triumph and Struggle

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In an exclusive interview with Sway In The Morning, renowned boxing legend Andre Ward unveiled his raw and unfiltered journey that yields the essence of his new book and documentary. Taking us through the labyrinth of his life, Ward opens up about the trials and triumphs that have, over the years, defined his legacy.

Born bi-racial, Ward recounts his early experiences with violence and the impact it had on his formative years. He gives us a candid view into a life shaped by adversity both inside and outside the ring, revealing how these hardships were instrumental in molding the man he is today.

The conversation takes a deeper turn as Ward delves into the challenges of fatherhood at the tender age of 16. He shares his perspective on the pressures and responsibilities he grappled with, illuminating the personal struggles he faced away from the public eye.

Ward’s narrative takes a surprising swerve when he talks about his bold decision to retire from boxing at the height of his career. An unprecedented move that shocked many, but in Ward’s eyes, it was an act of liberation from the confines of the boxing world.

This interview is not merely an insight into the life of a boxing champion, but a testament to the indomitable spirit of a man who refused to be defined by his circumstances. It’s a compelling narrative of resilience, determination, and personal growth.