BET Networks and Beverly Bond, Founder, CEO and Creator Of Black Girls Rock, are delighted to announce eight-time Grammy Award winner and multi-platinum selling artist, Rihanna to receive the Rock Star Award at this year’s Black Girls Rock Awards on BET.
The Chart topping singer, executive producer, fashion designer, actress, astute business entrepreneur and philanthropists will help illuminate the triumphs of brilliant Black women in an extraordinary night celebrating Black Girl Magic. Black Girls Rock acknowledges the achievements of Black women who have broken barriers of art, music, philanthropy, and community service, Black Girls Rock Awards is set to air on Tuesday April 5, 2016 at 8:00pm et/pt.
Actress, Tracee Ellis Ross return as the host of Black Girls Rock tenth year anniversary.
” In Its 10th year, This Show Is of Utmost Importance In Today’s Times As It Highlights Positive Reinforcement And Representation For Young Black Women. I Am Looking Forward To Once Again Being A Part Of Such A Wonderful Night Celebrating The Beauty, Talents, And Accomplishments Of Black Women – It will Be A Show To Remember! “– Tracee Ellis Ross
Honorees of this year include Shonda Rhimes [Shot Caller Award] ,R&B legend Gladys Knight [Living Legend Award], The Walking Dead actress and Eclipsed playwright, Danai Gurira [Star Power Award] , Award-winning actress and activist, Amanda Steinberg [Young Gifted and Black Award] , and Black Lives Matter founders Patrisse Cullors, Alicia Gara, and Opal Tometic [Community Change Agent].
“ I am proud that BLACK GIRLS ROCK is at the forefront of a new women’s empowerment movement inspiring women of color to define ourselves, to own our magic, to share our truth, to elevate our own narratives, to celebrate our brilliance and resilience, and to love ourselves fiercely.” – Beverly Bond
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