The NAACP (National Association for the Advancement of Colored People) has announced that the annual “NAACP Image Awards” will take place on Saturday, February 25, 2023 at the Pasadena Civic Auditorium in Pasadena, California. This will be the first time that the award ceremony will be in-person since the beginning of the COVID-19 pandemic in 2020. The show will appear on BET at 8 p.m. ET.
“Throughout the past year, we’ve witnessed Black artists showcasing our history and uplifting values of progressive change, while redefining genres and bringing our stories to the forefront of entertainment in so many innovative ways,” said Derrick Johnson, President and CEO of the NAACP. “Black voices are necessary to continually inspire audiences around the world. We’re proud to once again provide a platform that both elevates and celebrates these voices through the 54th NAACP Image Awards.”
“BET is extremely proud to continue our long-standing partnership with the NAACP and magnify their endeavors to honor the incredible contributions made by the Black community,” said BET President and CEO Scott Mills. “We’re looking forward to celebrating Black excellence at next year’s Image Awards on all of our platforms, honoring those who help tell our diverse stories in powerful ways.”
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