The annual URBAN ONE HONORS are again they usually’re celebrating the “Greatest in Black” with esteemed honorees and an R&B Divas reunion.
Supply: TV ONE / City One Honors
This 12 months’s magically melanated tribute present is premiering on Sunday, February 25, 2024, on TV One and simulcast on CLEO TV after its January 20 taping at Atlanta’s Coca-Cola Roxy.
The 2-hour telecast theme has a “Greatest in Black” theme as it’s the final celebration of Black Excellence, acknowledging people whose outstanding achievements and vital contributions have left an indelible mark on the humanities, media, music, and the neighborhood.
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This 12 months’s honorees embody Dionne Warwick, acknowledged because the Lifetime Achievement Honoree; Chlöe, celebrated because the Era Subsequent Honoree; Frankie Beverly, honored as a Dwelling Legend, and Donald Lawrence, acclaimed for his Inspirational Impression.
“As we unveil the lineup for this 12 months’s ‘URBAN ONE HONORS,’ we’re delighted to spotlight the unimaginable musical journeys of Dionne Warwick, Chlöe, Frankie Beverly, and Donald Lawrence. Their choice as honorees is a recognition of their profound influence on each music and tradition, spanning generations,” says Michelle Rice, President of TV One and CLEO TV.
“From soulful ballads to timeless contributions and modern brilliance, these iconic artists haven’t solely formed the musical panorama however have additionally contributed considerably to the cultural material of our society. Every honoree represents a novel chapter within the story of music, and we’re honored to have a good time their enduring legacies at this 12 months’s City One Honors: Greatest In Black.”
The URBAN ONE HONORS can even embody soul-stirring performances from the likes of Teyana Taylor, Bebe Winans, Damon Little, Angie Stone, and October London, in addition to an R&B Divas reunion that includes KeKe Wyatt, Chanté Moore, and Nicci Gilbert.
GRAMMY™ Award-winning singer and actress LeToya Luckett can even return to host the occasion’s “Backstage Go,” that includes unique interviews with the present’s honorees, performers, and presenters.
Sponsors for City One Honors embody Ally, P&G, Rocket Mortgage, Subaru, Intuit TurboTax, Walt Disney World® Resort, and Walmart.
The 2024 “URBAN ONE HONORS: Greatest In Black” is offered by TV One. This marks the official kickoff celebration for TV One’s twentieth Anniversary, marking 20 years of excellence in leisure. In honor of this milestone, all year long, TV One is ready to roll out an array of particular programming, that includes curated retrospectives, unique behind-the-scenes content material, and a sequence of commemorative occasions.
As a part of the festivities, viewers can anticipate partaking interviews with key figures who’ve formed the community’s journey and showcase of iconic moments which have outlined TV One over the previous 20 years. The anniversary celebration underscores TV One’s dedication to delivering distinctive content material and fostering a deep reference to its viewers.
“URBAN ONE HONORS” is produced for TV One by James Seppelfrick of The Cheat Code. Marilyn Gill is the Government Producer. Myriam Leger will function Director and Daniel Moore as Music Director. Kashon Powell is the Vice President of Programming for Radio One and Susan Henry is the Government Producer in Cost of Manufacturing for TV One.
