As previously announced by Variety, the highly anticipated 2024 HBCU Honors, Presented by Procter & Gamble is set to electrify Howard University’s iconic Cramton Auditorium when it tapes in front of a live audience on Thursday, November 14, 2024. This groundbreaking annual celebration, now in its second year, shines a spotlight on the extraordinary accomplishments of graduates from Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs) who have made monumental impact across industries. Hosted by the dynamic actress, comedian, and proud HBCU alumna Kym Whitley, this year’s star-studded event honors trailblazers who embody the inspiring theme, “Celebrating Black Excellence.” HBCU Honors will debut on BET on Sunday, December 1, at 8 p.m. ET. Credentials requests may still be submitted by working media by submitting HERE.
HBCU Honors celebrates the remarkable achievements of industry icons, including Hollywood powerhouse Will Packer—a record-breaking, Emmy-nominated filmmaker, television producer, and NFL team owner; Former NASA Engineer Dr. Lonnie Johnson, recognized for his trailblazing work in science and engineering; and Jewel Burks Solomon, celebrated for her visionary leadership in tech entrepreneurship.
Click HERE to read the complete press release and stay tuned for additional announcements. Don’t miss the HBCU Honors Awards Show, airing on BET on Sunday, December 1. This groundbreaking awards telecast promises a night of celebration, inspiration, and cultural pride as we honor the legacy of HBCUs and the leaders who are shaping our future. For more information, visit our website atwww.hbcuhonors.org or follow us @hbcu_honors.
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