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Prince Harry & Meghan to Receive President's Award at 53rd NAACP Image Awards
by Michael Major - Feb 24, 2022


As previously reported, the “53rd NAACP Image Awards” will include a performance by Nine-time Grammy Award winning singer Mary J. Blige and appearances by Issa Rae, Kerry Washington, LL Cool J, Michael Strahan, Morgan Freeman, Nikole Hannah-Jones, Paula Patton, Questlove, Samuel L. Jackson, Simu Lius, Tiffany Haddish and Zendaya.

Dr. Dre, Snoop Dogg, Eminem, Mary J. Blige & Kendrick Lamar Will Headline Pepsi Super Bowl LVI Halftime Show
by Michael Major - Oct 1, 2021


The Pepsi Super Bowl LVI Halftime Show marks the first time these five multi-award-winning artists will perform together on stage, exciting music fans worldwide and holding a special significance for the greater Los Angeles community, as they host the Super Bowl for the first time in nearly 30 years.

VIDEO: SHOWTIME to Release Documentary on the Making of The Weeknd's Super Bowl Halftime Show
by Michael Major - Sep 1, 2021


The 90-minute feature chronicles the massive undertaking behind one of the most iconic musical performances of the year. THE SHOW is a unique, first-ever look into the making of The Weeknd's Pepsi Super Bowl Halftime Show.

LeBron James Receives NAACP President's Award
by Sarah Jae Leiber - Mar 25, 2021


Marking his eighth consecutive year as host, Anthony Anderson is an Emmy and Golden Globe-nominated actor and currently the star and Executive Producer of ABC’s multi-award winning sitcom, “black-ish.”

JAY-Z To Accept Gatekeeper of Truth Award At Harry Belafonte's 94th Birthday Celebration
by Sarah Jae Leiber - Feb 23, 2021


The event will feature just-added performances & appearances from Tiffany Haddish, Usher, Lin-Manuel Miranda, Charlamagne Tha God, Kareem Abdul-Jabbar, Susan Sarandon & Pete Buttigieg.

Jay-Z Named President's Award Recipient for 50th NAACP Image Awards
by Kaitlin Milligan - Mar 28, 2019


The NAACP today announced that globally dominant pop culture icon Shawn 'JAY-Z' Carter will receive the prestigious President's Award during the 50th NAACP Image Awards. The President's Award is presented in recognition of a special achievement and distinguished public service with previous recipients including Jesse Jackson, Lauryn Hill, Soledad O'Brien, Colin Powell, Condoleezza Rice, and Muhammad Ali among others. NAACP President Derrick Johnson will present the award to Shawn 'JAY-Z' Carter during a LIVE TV special on TV One on Saturday, March 30, 2019 from the Dolby Theatre in Los Angeles, hosted by Anthony Anderson.

Jay-Z to Be Honored with Grammy Salute to Industry Icons Award
by Caryn Robbins - Oct 31, 2017


Clive Davis and the Recording Academy will present the annual Pre-GRAMMY Gala on Saturday, Jan. 27, 2018, at Sheraton New York Times Square, the evening preceding the 60th Annual GRAMMY Awards .

A&E Announces Premiere Dates for BIGGIE: THE LIFE OF NOTORIOUS B.I.G. and WHO KILLED TUPAC?
by Caryn Robbins - Jun 5, 2017


A&E Network will premiere the definitive documentary BIGGIE: THE LIFE OF NOTORIOUS B.I.G. as the inaugural project airing under the recently relaunched 'Biography' banner.

A&E to Present Documentaries BIGGIE: THE LIFE OF NOTORIOUS B.I.G. and WHO KILLED TUPAC? This June
by Caryn Robbins - May 24, 2017


A&E Network will premiere the definitive documentary BIGGIE: THE LIFE OF NOTORIOUS B.I.G. as the inaugural project airing under the recently relaunched 'Biography' banner

Shawn 'JAY Z' Carter Signs 10-Year Touring Contract With Live Nation
by Caryn Robbins - May 11, 2017


Today, Shawn 'JAY Z' Carter and Live Nation announced an exclusive touring partnership. The agreement continues JAY Z's longstanding partnership with the world's leading live entertainment company.

Prolific Composer Alan Menken to Receive Prestigious Johnny Mercer Award
by Caryn Robbins - Apr 4, 2017


The Songwriters Hall of Fame announced today that Alan Menken will be the 2017 recipient of the esteemed Johnny Mercer Award at the 48th Annual Induction and Awards Dinner slated for Thursday, June 15th at the Marriott Marquis Hotel in New York City.

Jay Z & Harvey Weinstein Set for Town Hall Discussion Live on Spike TV, Today
by BWW News Desk - Mar 8, 2017


Shawn 'JAY Z' Carter and Harvey Weinstein join Kalief Browder's family and prominent civil rights activists in a compelling and provocative LIVE Town Hall event, 'TIME AND PUNISHMENT: A Town Hall Discussion With JAY Z And Harvey Weinstein,' today, March 8 at 9:00pm ET on Spike TV.

VIDEO: First Look - Spike TV Debuts TIME: THE KALIEF ROWDER STORY, Today
by BWW News Desk - Mar 1, 2017


Premiering on Today, March 1 (10:00-11:00pm ET/PT) on Spike, TIME: THE KALIEF ROWDER STORY is a compelling, six-part documentary event series tells the story of Kalief Browder, a 16 year old African-American student who spent three years in jail on Rikers Island without ever being convicted of a crime. 

VIDEO: First Look - Spike TV Debuts TIME: THE KALIEF ROWDER STORY, 3/1
by Caryn Robbins - Dec 15, 2016


Premiering on Wednesday, March 1 (10:00-11:00pm ET/PT) on Spike, TIME: THE KALIEF ROWDER STORY is a compelling, six-part documentary event series tells the story of Kalief Browder, a 16 year old African-American student who spent three years in jail on Rikers Island without ever being convicted of a crime. 

Spike TV to Present Groundbreaking Event Series TIME: The Kalief Browder Story
by Caryn Robbins - Oct 6, 2016


Weinstein Television and Shawn 'Jay Z' Carter have teamed up with Spike TV for a groundbreaking event series that will forever change the way we look at the criminal justice system in this country.

Beyonce & The Weeknd to Headline 2015 'Budweiser Made In America' Festival, 9/5-6
by BWW News Desk - Sep 5, 2015


'Budweiser Made In America,' the JAY Z curated two-day music festival and staple of Labor Day Weekend, returns to Philadelphia for a fourth season.

Beyonce & The Weeknd to Headline 2015 'Budweiser Made In America' Festival, 9/5-6
by BWW News Desk - Jun 24, 2015


'Budweiser Made In America,' the JAY Z curated two-day music festival and staple of Labor Day Weekend, returns to Philadelphia for a fourth season.

VIDEO: Cameron Diaz Reveals She Loved Yelling at the Kids During ANNIE Shoot!
by Caryn Robbins - Dec 11, 2014


On last night's LATE NIGHT WITH SETH MEYERS, guest Cameron Diaz stopped by and revealed that she loved yelling at the kids while filming the upcoming big screen adaptation of ANNIE.

BroadwayWorld's Holiday Roundup 2014- Big Screen Edition!
by BWW Special Coverage - Dec 16, 2014


The holiday season is here at last, and in just weeks, the world will be spreading the yuletide cheer by decking the halls, wrapping the gifts and sipping the eggnog. There are plenty of ways to join in the spirit, but for theatre fans, there is even more to celebrate, as our favorite holiday programming and performances will be presented across all platforms this December. Whether you'd like to check out your favorite Christmas musical on stage, tune in for a festive concert on TV, or buy a movie ticket to a big holiday release, Broadway is everywhere this season... and BroadwayWorld has a complete guide of where to find it!

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