The celebrations for Hollywood’s biggest night have already begun. Chloe Bailey wore trophy gold for “Vanities: A Night For Young Hollywood,” held at Bar Marmont in Los Angeles on March 11. It’s one of Vanity Fair’s annual event series leading up to this weekend’s Academy Awards.
Reminders of Him and one of EBONY’s 30 Under 30 listees, Tyriq Withers, flashed big smiles as he co-hosted a night recognizing Hollywood’s rising stars.
Fantastic Four
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A quartet of talent was onstage for Lexus Uptown Honors Hollywood, held at the Sunset Room on March 11. The awards ceremony recognized Black male stars who have enriched the landscape of culturally-enriching storytelling as filmmakers, actors, and producers. The night’s honorees were Omar Benson Miller, who received the Amplified Impact Award; Mario Van Peebles, who received the Icon of Achievement Award; Taye Diggs, who received the Impact and Excellence Award; and Wood Harris, who received the Fearless Trailblazer Award.
Dynamic Duo
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Kerry Washington accepted the Courage Award from surprise presenter Jennifer Lopez at “An Unforgettable Evening” inside the Beverly Wilshire on March 11 in Beverly Hills, California. A signature gala event for the Women’s Cancer Research Fund, the award was presented in recognition of Washington’s courage and advocacy for the cause.