DIONNE WARWICK, CHLÖE, FRANKIE BEVERLY, AND
DONALD LAWRENCE STEP INTO THE SPOTLIGHT FOR
THE 2024 “URBAN ONE HONORS”
TEYANA TAYLOR, BEBE WINANS, KEKE WYATT, ANGIESTONE, NICCI GILBERT, DAMON LITTLE, OCTOBER LONDON HEADLINE A STAR-STUDDEDLINEUP OF PERFORMERS AND PRESENTERS
Event Taped on, January 20,
at The Coca-Cola Roxy in Atlanta, GA
“URBAN ONE HONORS” Kicks-Off Year-Long
Celebration Of TV One’s 20th Anniversary
Urban One revealed the honorees for “URBAN ONEHONORS,” that taped on January 20,2024, at the Coca-Cola Roxy in Atlanta, GA.This year’s two-hour telecast theme is “Best in Black” and premieres duringBlack History Month on Sunday, February 25, 2024, on TV One andsimulcast on CLEO TV.
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Host LeToya Luckett |
“URBAN ONE HONORS” is the ultimate celebrationof Black Excellence, acknowledging individualswhose remarkable achievements and significant contributions haveleft an indelible mark on the arts, media, music, and the community. Thisyear’s distinguished recipients include Dionne Warwick, recognizedas the Lifetime Achievement Honoree; Chlöe, celebrated as theGeneration Next Honoree; Frankie Beverly, honored as a LivingLegend, and Donald Lawrence, acclaimed for hisInspirational Impact.
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Dionne Warwick |
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Frankie Beverly |
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Donald Lawrence |
"As we unveil the lineup for this year's ‘URBAN ONEHONORS,’ we are delighted to highlight the incredible musical journeys ofDionne Warwick, Chlöe, Frankie Beverly, and Donald Lawrence. Theirselection as honorees is a recognition of their profound impact on both musicand culture, spanning generations,” says Michelle Rice, President ofTV One and CLEO TV, " From soulful ballads to timeless contributionsand contemporary brilliance, these iconic artists have not only shaped themusical landscape but have also contributed significantly to the culturalfabric of our society. Each honoree represents a unique chapter in the story ofmusic, and we are honored to celebrate their enduring legacies at this year'sUrban One Honors: Best In Black."
Host LeToya Luckett, Uban One Honors,
"Best In Black"
Teyana Taylor, Bebe Winans, Damon Little, AngieStone, October London, alongside a reunionfeaturing KeKe Wyatt, Chanté Moore, and NicciGilbert (cast of R&B Divas) round out the star-studdedlineup of performers and presenters with additional names to be announced.GRAMMY™ Award-winning singer and actress LeToya Luckett returns to host theevent’s “Backstage Pass,” featuring exclusive interviews with the show’shonorees, performers, and presenters.
Sponsors for Urban One Honors include Ally, P&G, RocketMortgage, Subaru, Intuit TurboTax, Walt Disney World® Resort,and Walmart.
The 2024 “URBAN ONE HONORS: Best In Black” ispresented by TV One. This marks the official kickoff celebration for TVOne's 20th Anniversary, marking two decades of excellence in entertainment. Inhonor of this milestone, throughout the year, TV One is set to roll out anarray of special programming, featuring curated retrospectives, exclusivebehind-the-scenes content, and a series of commemorative events. As part of thefestivities, viewers can anticipate engaging interviews with key figures whohave shaped the network's journey and showcase of iconic moments that havedefined TV One over the past 20 years. The anniversary celebration underscoresTV One's commitment to delivering exceptional content and fostering a deepconnection with its audience.
“URBAN ONE HONORS” is produced for TV One by James Seppelfrick of The Cheat Code. Marilyn Gill is the Executive Producer. Myriam Leger will serve as Director and Daniel Moore as Music Director. Kashon Powell is the Vice President of Programming for Radio One and Susan Henry is the Executive Producer in Charge of Production for TV One.