2015 was a big year for Blacks in music and entertainment. Although the success failed to garner the attention of many in the mainstream, there were powerful moments that needed to be recognized.
The 47th NAACP Image Awards paid tribute to Black artists who contributed outstanding performances in television, music, and film. Held at the Pasadena Civic Auditorium in Pasadena, California, the event was hosted by Anthony Anderson and featured high-profile celebrities such as Will Smith and Jada Pinkett Smith, Taraji P. Henson, Michael B. Jordan and Kerry Washington.
Some of the notable winners included, Jordan (Entertainer of the Year and Outstanding actor of the Year); Taraji P. Henson (Outstanding Actress in a Drama Series); Tracee Ellis Ross (Outstanding Actress in a Comedy Series); and Sanaa Lathan (Outstanding Actress in a Motion Picture). John Legend also earned the President’s Award for his contributions to the community.
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Photos: A.R. Shaw
