NAACP Image Awards Nominations

Netflix's adaptation of 'The Piano Lesson' has garnered an impressive 14 nominations for the upcoming 56th NAACP Image Awards, making it the frontrunner in this year's competition.

Following closely is Tristar's 'The Book of Clarence,' which received six nominations, while Peacock's 'Fight Night: The Million Dollar Heist' led the television categories with nine nods.

In total, Netflix has dominated the nominations landscape with 64 mentions across various projects.

The theme for this year's Image Awards, set to take place in 2025, is “Our Stories, Our Culture, Our Excellence.” This celebration encompasses a wide range of mediums including film, television, music, literature, podcasts, and social media. The winners will be announced on February 21 during the NAACP Image Awards Creative Honors ceremonies, followed by the main event on February 22 at the Pasadena Civic Auditorium. This ceremony will be broadcast live on BET and CBS, starting at 8 p.m. ET, with a delayed airing at 8 p.m. PT on the West Coast.

Based on the iconic play by August Wilson, 'The Piano Lesson' is competing in several categories, including Outstanding Motion Picture and Outstanding Director for Malcolm Washington, in addition to multiple actor nominations. It will contend for the Best Film award against other notable films such as Sony's 'Bad Boys: Ride or Die,' Paramount's 'Bob Marley: One Love,' Netflix's 'The Six Triple Eight,' and Universal's 'Wicked.'

In the Outstanding Independent Motion Picture category, contenders include 'Albany Road' from Faith Filmworks, 'Exhibiting Forgiveness' by Roadside Attractions, 'Rob Peace' from Republic Pictures, 'Sing Sing' by A24, and 'We Grown Now' from Sony Pictures Classics.

For the International Motion Picture category, Netflix's 'Emilia Pérez' and 'El Lugar de la Otra' will compete alongside IFC Films’ 'Memoir of a Snail,' Neon’s 'The Seed of the Sacred Fig,' and Artmattan Films’ 'The Wall Street Boy, Kipkemboi.'

The prestigious Entertainer of the Year award will see fierce competition among stars such as Cynthia Erivo, Keke Palmer, Kevin Hart, rapper Kendrick Lamar, and sports talk personality Shannon Sharpe.In the world of television, several contenders are vying for the title of Outstanding Drama Series. The nominees include ABC's "9-1-1," Peacock's "Bel-Air," Prime Video's "Cross," NBC's "Found," and Hulu's "Reasonable Doubt."

For the comedy category, the competition features ABC's "Abbott Elementary," Hulu's "How to Die Alone," CBS's "Poppa's House" and "The Neighborhood," along with Netflix's "The Upshaws."

As the NAACP Image Awards approach, NAACP President and CEO Derrick Johnson expressed excitement about recognizing the immense talent within the Black community. He highlighted how these narratives, conveyed through various mediums such as film, music, and literature, contribute to a rich cultural heritage and drive meaningful change.

The nominees for the upcoming NAACP Image Awards include:

Entertainer of the Year:

• Cynthia Erivo

  
  

• Keke Palmer

  
  

• Kendrick Lamar

  
  

• Kevin Hart

  
  

• Shannon Sharpe

  
  

Outstanding Motion Picture:

• "Bad Boys: Ride or Die" (Sony Pictures)

  
  

• "Bob Marley: One Love" (Paramount Pictures)

  
  

• "The Piano Lesson" (Netflix)

  
  

• "The Six Triple Eight" (Netflix)

  
  

• "Wicked" (Universal Pictures)

  
  

Outstanding Actor in a Motion Picture:

• André Holland in "Exhibiting Forgiveness" (Roadside Attractions)

  
  

• Colman Domingo in "Sing Sing" (A24)

  
  

• John David Washington in "The Piano Lesson" (Netflix)

  
  

• Kingsley Ben-Adir in "Bob Marley: One Love" (Paramount Pictures)

  
  

• Martin Lawrence in "Bad Boys: Ride or Die" (Sony Pictures)

  
  

Outstanding Actress in a Motion Picture:

• Cynthia Erivo in "Wicked" (Universal Pictures)

  
  

• Kerry Washington in "The Six Triple Eight" (Netflix)

  
  

• Lashana Lynch in "Bob Marley: One Love" (Paramount Pictures)

  
  

• Lupita Nyong’o in "A Quiet Place: Day One" (Paramount Pictures)

  
  

• Regina King in "Shirley" (Netflix)

  
  

Outstanding Supporting Actor in a Motion Picture:

• Brian Tyree Henry in "The Fire Inside" (Amazon MGM Studios)

  
  

• Corey Hawkins in "The Piano Lesson" (Netflix)

  
  

• David Alan Grier in "The American Society of Magical Negroes" (Focus Features)

  
  

• Denzel Washington in "Gladiator II" (Paramount Pictures)

  
  

• Samuel L. Jackson in "The Piano Lesson" (Netflix)Outstanding Supporting Actress in a Motion Picture:

  
  

• Aunjanue Ellis-Taylor for “Exhibiting Forgiveness” (Roadside Attractions)

  
  
• Aunjanue Ellis-Taylor for “Nickel Boys” (Orion Pictures/Amazon MGM Studios)
• Danielle Deadwyler for “The Piano Lesson” (Netflix)
• Ebony Obsidian for “The Six Triple Eight” (Netflix)
• Lynn Whitfield for “Albany Road” (Faith Filmworks)

Outstanding Independent Motion Picture:

• “Albany Road” (Faith Filmworks)
• “Exhibiting Forgiveness” (Roadside Attractions)
• “Rob Peace” (Republic Pictures)
• “Sing Sing” (A24)
• “We Grown Now” (Sony Pictures Classics)

Outstanding International Motion Picture:

• “El Lugar de la Otra” (Netflix)
• “Emilia Pérez” (Netflix)
• “Memoir of a Snail” (IFC Films)
• “The Seed of the Sacred Fig” (Neon)
• “The Wall Street Boy, Kipkemboi” (Artmattan Films)

Outstanding Breakthrough Performance in a Motion Picture:

• Brandon Wilson for “Nickel Boys” (Orion Pictures/Amazon MGM Studios)
• Clarence Maclin for “Sing Sing” (A24)
• Danielle Deadwyler for “The Piano Lesson” (Netflix)
• Ebony Obsidian for “The Six Triple Eight” (Netflix)
• Ryan Destiny for “The Fire Inside” (Amazon MGM Studios)

Outstanding Ensemble Cast in a Motion Picture:

• “Bob Marley: One Love” (Paramount Pictures)
• “The Book of Clarence” (Sony Pictures)
• “The Piano Lesson” (Netflix)
• “The Six Triple Eight” (Netflix)
• “Wicked” (Universal Pictures)

Outstanding Animated Motion Picture:

• “Inside Out 2” (Walt Disney Studios Motion Pictures)
• “Kung Fu Panda 4” (DreamWorks Animation)
• “Moana 2” (Walt Disney Studios Motion Pictures)
• “Piece by Piece” (Focus Features)
• “The Wild Robot” (DreamWorks Animation)

Outstanding Character Voice-Over Performance – Motion Picture:

• Aaron Pierre for “Mufasa: The Lion King” (Walt Disney Studios Motion Pictures)
• Anika Noni Rose for “Mufasa: The Lion King” (Walt Disney Studios Motion Pictures)
• Ayo Edebiri for “Inside Out 2” (Walt Disney Studios Motion Pictures) Blue Ivy Carter stars in “Mufasa: The Lion King” under Walt Disney Studios Motion Pictures.
  Lupita Nyong’o lends her voice to “The Wild Robot” produced by DreamWorks Animation.

In the category of Outstanding Short Form (Live Action):
- "Chocolate with Sprinkles" by AFI
- "Definitely Not a Monster"
- "If They Took Us Back"
- "My Brother & Me" from Meowbark Films
- "Superman Doesn’t Steal"

For Outstanding Short Form (Animated):
- "If(fy)" by OTB/The Hidden Hand Studios
- "Nate & John" from Unity Animation Project, LLC
- "Peanut Headz: Black History Toonz 'Jackie Robinson'" by Exhibit Treal Studios
- "Self" from Pixar Animation Studios
- "Walk in the Light" by 419 Studios

Outstanding Breakthrough Creative (Motion Picture) nominees include:
- David Fortune for “Color Book” from Tribeca Studios
- Malcolm Washington for “The Piano Lesson” via Netflix
- Ramell Ross for “Nickel Boys” from Orion Pictures/Amazon MGM Studios
- Titus Kaphar with “Exhibiting Forgiveness” from Roadside Attractions
- Zoë Kravitz for “Blink Twice” by Amazon MGM Studios

In the Outstanding Youth Performance in a Motion Picture category:
- Anthony B. Jenkins in “The Deliverance” (Netflix)
- Blake Cameron James in “We Grown Now” (Sony Pictures Classics)
- Jeremiah Daniels for “Color Book” (Tribeca Studios)
- Percy Daggs IV in “Never Let Go” (Lionsgate)
- Skylar Aleece Smith in “The Piano Lesson” (Netflix)

For Outstanding Cinematography in a Motion Picture:
- Andrés Arochi for “Longlegs” (Neon)
- Jomo Fray with “Nickel Boys” from Orion Pictures/Amazon MGM Studios
- Justin Derry for “She Taught Love” (Andscape)
- Lachlan Milne in “Exhibiting Forgiveness” (Roadside Attractions)
- Rob Hardy for “The Book of Clarence” (Sony Pictures)

Outstanding Comedy Series includes:
- “Abbott Elementary” (ABC)
- “How to Die Alone” (Hulu)
- “Poppa’s House” (CBS)
- “The Neighborhood” (CBS)
- “The Upshaws” (Netflix)

Lastly, nominees for Outstanding Actor in a Comedy Series are yet to be announced.
Cedric the Entertainer leads the nominations
with "The Neighborhood" on CBS.

Damon Wayans is recognized for his role
in "Poppa's House" also on CBS.

David Alan Grier shines in "St. Denis Medical"
broadcasted by NBC.

Delroy Lindo's performance in "Unprisoned"
on Hulu earns him a spot.

Mike Epps makes waves with "The Upshaws"
streaming on Netflix.

In the category for Outstanding Actress in a Comedy Series:
Ayo Edebiri stands out with "The Bear" on FX/Hulu.
Kerry Washington is nominated for "Unprisoned" on Hulu.
Natasha Rothwell receives nod for "How to Die Alone" on Hulu.
Quinta Brunson is recognized for her work in "Abbott Elementary" on ABC.
Tichina Arnold rounds out the nominations with "The Neighborhood" on CBS.

For Outstanding Supporting Actor in a Comedy Series:
Damon Wayans Jr. in "Poppa's House" on CBS.
Giancarlo Esposito for "The Gentlemen" on Netflix.
Kenan Thompson from "Saturday Night Live" on NBC.
Tyler James Williams and William Stanford Davis for "Abbott Elementary" on ABC.

In the category of Outstanding Supporting Actress in a Comedy Series:
Danielle Pinnock for "Ghosts" on CBS.
Ego Nwodim from "Saturday Night Live" on NBC.
Janelle James, Sheryl Lee Ralph, and Wanda Sykes for "Abbott Elementary" and "The Upshaws" respectively.

Outstanding Drama Series nominees include:
"9-1-1" from ABC,
"Bel-Air" on Peacock,
"Cross" featured on Amazon Prime Video,
"Found" from NBC,
and "Reasonable Doubt" on Hulu.

In the drama category, Outstanding Actor nominations go to:
Aldis Hodge in "Cross" on Amazon Prime.
Donald Glover for "Mr. & Mrs. Smith" on Amazon Prime.
Harold Perrineau in "From" on MGM+.
Jabari Banks for "Bel-Air" on Peacock.
Michael Rainey Jr. for "Power Book II: Ghost" on Starz.

Stay tuned for the Outstanding Actress in a Drama Series nominations!The NAACP Image Awards have recognized a wealth of talent this year, with a particular spotlight on 'The Piano Lesson' as it leads the nominations.

Among the nominees for Outstanding Actress in a Drama Series are:

• Angela Bassett for her role in “9-1-1” (ABC)
• Emayatzy Corinealdi in “Reasonable Doubt” (Hulu)
• Queen Latifah from “The Equalizer” (CBS)
• Shanola Hampton featured in “Found” (NBC)
• Zoe Saldaña for her performance in “Lioness” (Paramount+)

In the category of Outstanding Supporting Actor in a Drama Series, the nominees include:

• Adrian Holmes from “Bel-Air” (Netflix)
• Cliff “Method Man” Smith in “Power Book II: Ghost” (Starz)
• Isaiah Mustafa for “Cross” (Amazon Prime Video)
• Jacob Latimore in “The Chi” (Paramount+)
• Morris Chestnut for “Reasonable Doubt” (Hulu)

The Outstanding Supporting Actress in a Drama Series nominees showcase:

• Adjoa Andoh from “Bridgerton” (Netflix)
• Coco Jones in “Bel-Air” (Peacock)
• Golda Rosheuvel also from “Bridgerton” (Netflix)
• Lorraine Toussaint in “The Equalizer” (CBS)
• Lynn Whitfield for “The Chi” (Paramount+)

For Outstanding Limited Television (Series, Special or Movie), the contenders are:

• “Fight Night: The Million Dollar Heist” (Peacock)
• “Genius: MLK/X” (National Geographic)
• “Griselda” (Netflix)
• “Rebel Ridge” (Netflix)
• “The Madness” (Netflix)

Outstanding Actor in a Limited Television (Series, Special or Movie) nominations include:

• Aaron Pierre in “Rebel Ridge” (Netflix)
• Colman Domingo for “The Madness” (Netflix)
• Kelvin Harrison Jr. in “Genius: MLK/X” (National Geographic)
• Kevin Hart from “Fight Night: The Million Dollar Heist” (Peacock)
• Laurence Fishburne for “Clipped” (FX/Hulu)

Lastly, the nominees for Outstanding Actress in a Limited Television (Series, Special or Movie) are:

• Aunjanue Ellis-Taylor in “The Supremes at Earl’s All-You-Can-Eat” (Hulu/Searchlight Pictures)
• Naturi Naughton for “Abducted at an HBCU: A Black Girl Missing Movie” (Lifetime) Sanaa Lathan stars in “The Supremes at Earl’s All-You-Can-Eat” for Hulu/Searchlight Pictures.
  Sofía Vergara takes the lead in “Griselda” on Netflix.
  Uzo Aduba shines in “The Supremes at Earl’s All-You-Can-Eat” as well.

In the category for Outstanding Supporting Actor in a Limited Television Series,
Don Cheadle is nominated for “Fight Night: The Million Dollar Heist” on Peacock.
Luke James appears in “Them: The Scare” available on Amazon Prime Video.
Ron Cephas Jones makes a mark in “Genius: MLK/X” from National Geographic.
Samuel L. Jackson also gets a nod for “Fight Night: The Million Dollar Heist.”
Terrence Howard is recognized for his role in the same Peacock production.

For Outstanding Supporting Actress in a Limited Television Series,
Brandy Norwood is featured in “Descendants: The Rise of Red” on Disney+.
Jayme Lawson is nominated for her work in “Genius: MLK/X.”
Loretta Devine appears in “Terry McMillan Presents: Tempted by Love” on Lifetime.
Sanaa Lathan is also nominated for “Young. Wild. Free.” on BET+.
Taraji P. Henson earns recognition for “Fight Night: The Million Dollar Heist.”

In the Outstanding News/Information category,
The Black Men’s Summit from BET Media Group stands out.
“Finding Your Roots with Henry Louis Gates, Jr.” airs on PBS.
Laura Coates Live is featured on CNN.
Newsnight with Abby Phillip is another entry from CNN.
MSNBC’s The ReidOut is also nominated.

For Outstanding Talk Series,
“Hart to Heart” is available on Peacock.
“Sherri” is syndicated.
The Tamron Hall Show is another syndicated nominee.
The Jennifer Hudson Show also receives a nomination.
The Shop Season 7 can be found on YouTube.

In the realm of Outstanding Reality Program,
“Celebrity Family Feud” airs on ABC.
“Password” is featured on NBC.
“Rhythm + Flow” is available on Netflix.
Bravo’s “The Real Housewives of Potomac” is a contender.
“Tia Mowry: My Next Act” is showcased on WE tv.

Lastly, for Outstanding Variety Show,
The BET Awards 2024 is presented by BET Media Group. Deon Cole stars in "Ok, Mister" on Netflix.
Jamie Foxx presents "What Had Happened Was…" also on Netflix.
Katt Williams offers his special titled "Woke Foke," available on Netflix.
The beloved "Saturday Night Live" continues to air on NBC.

For Outstanding Children’s Program, nominees include:
- "Craig of the Creek" from Cartoon Network
- "Descendants: The Rise of Red" on Disney+
- "Gracie’s Corner" featured on YouTube TV
- "Sesame Street" streaming on Max
- "Snoopy Presents: Welcome Home, Franklin" from Apple TV+

In the category for Outstanding Performance by a Youth (series, special, television movie, or limited series), the contenders are:
- Caleb Elijah in "Cross" on Amazon Prime Video
- Graceyn Hollingsworth from "Gracie’s Corner" on YouTube TV
- Leah Sava Jeffries in "Percy Jackson and the Olympians" on Disney+
- Melody Hurd in "Cross" on Amazon Prime Video
- TJ Mixson in "The Madness" on Netflix

For Outstanding Host in a Talk or News/Information (series or special) – individual or ensemble, nominees include:
- Abby Phillip for "Newsnight with Abby Phillip" on CNN
- Henry Louis Gates Jr. in "Finding Your Roots with Henry Louis Gates, Jr." on PBS
- Jennifer Hudson hosting "The Jennifer Hudson Show" (syndicated)
- Joy Reid for "The ReidOut" on MSNBC
- Sherri Shepherd in "Sherri" (syndicated)

In the realm of Outstanding Host in a Reality/Reality Competition, Game Show, or Variety (series or special) – individual or ensemble, the nominees are:
- Alfonso Ribeiro for "Dancing with the Stars" on ABC
- Keke Palmer in "Password" on NBC
- Nick Cannon for "The Masked Singer" on Fox
- Steve Harvey hosting "Celebrity Family Feud" on ABC
- Taraji P. Henson for "BET Awards 2024" from BET Media Group

Lastly, for Outstanding Guest Performance, the nominees include:
- Ayo Edebiri in "Saturday Night Live" on NBC
- Cree Summer from "Abbott Elementary" on ABC
- Keegan-Michael Key in "Abbott Elementary" on ABC Marlon Wayans and Maya Rudolph have made a significant impact in the entertainment industry this year with their nominations.

Wayans is recognized for his role in "Bel-Air" on Peacock, while Rudolph is celebrated for her work on "Saturday Night Live" airing on NBC.

In the category of Outstanding Animated Series, several shows stand out:

Disney Jr.’s Ariel
"Everybody Still Hates Chris" on Comedy Central
"Gracie’s Corner" available on YouTube TV
"Iwájú," a Disney+ original
"Marvel’s Moon Girl and Devil Dinosaur" on Disney Channel

The Outstanding Character Voice-Over Performance category features talented individuals including:

Angela Bassett for "Orion and the Dark" on Netflix
Cree Summer, who lends her voice to both "Rugrats" on Nickelodeon and "The Legend of Vox Machina" on Amazon Prime Video
Dawnn Lewis from "Star Trek: Lower Decks" on Paramount+
Keke Palmer for "The Second Best Hospital in the Galaxy" on Amazon Prime Video

For Outstanding Short Form Series or Special in the reality/nonfiction/documentary category, the nominees are:

"In the Margins" from PBS
NCAA Basketball on CBS Sports
"Roots of Resistance" on PBS
"SC Featured" on ESPN
"The Prince of Death Row Records" on YouTube TV

The nominations continue with Outstanding Breakthrough Creative in television, highlighting:

Ayo Edebiri for "The Bear" on FX/Hulu
Diarra Kilpatrick's "Diarra from Detroit" on BET+
Maurice Williams for "The Madness" on Netflix
Thembi L. Banks with "Young. Wild. Free." on BET+
Vince Staples for "The Vince Staples Show" on Netflix

In the Outstanding New Artist category, the following artists are recognized:

Doechii from Capitol Records/Top Dawg Entertainment
Myles Smith under RCA Records/Sony Music Entertainment
Samoht from Affective Music
Shaboozey with American Dogwood/Empire
Tyla, signed to Epic Records

Outstanding Male Artist nominations include:

Chris Brown from RCA Records/Chris Brown Entertainment
J. Cole with Dreamville/Interscope Records
Kendrick Lamar under PGLang, licensed exclusively to Interscope Records
October London from Death Row Records/Gamma
Usher, also associated with Mega/Gamma

Finally, the Outstanding Female Artist category showcases:

Beyoncé from Columbia Records/Parkwood Entertainment LLC
Coco Jones under Def Jam Recordings

This year’s nominations reflect a diverse array of talent across various categories, celebrating excellence in the industry.The nominations for the NAACP Image Awards have recognized a variety of outstanding musical achievements across several categories.

In the Outstanding Gospel/Christian Album category, the following albums are in the running:
- “Heart of a Human” by Doe (Life Room Label/RCA Inspiration)
- “Live Breathe Fight” by Tamela Mann (Tillymann Music Group)
- “Still Karen” by Karen Clark Sheard (Karew Records/Motown Gospel)
- “Sunny Days” by Yolanda Adams (Epic Records)
- “The Maverick Way Reimagined” by Maverick City Music (Tribl Records)

For the Outstanding International Song , nominees include:
- “Close” by Skip Marley (Def Jam Recordings)
- “Hmmm” featuring Chris Brown and Davido (RCA Records/Chris Brown Entertainment)
- “Jump” by Tyla (Epic Records)
- “Love Me Jeje” by Tems (RCA Records/Since ‘93)
- “Piece of My Heart” featuring Wizkid and Brent Faiyaz (RCA Records/Sony Music International/Starboy Entertainment)

In the Outstanding Music Video/Visual Album category, the following entries stand out:
- “Alright” by Victoria Monét (RCA Records/Lovett Music)
- “Alter Ego (Alternate Version)” by DoeChii featuring JT (Capitol Records/Top Dawg Entertainment)
- “Boy Bye” by Chlöe (Columbia Records/Parkwood Entertainment LLC)
- “Not Like Us” by Kendrick Lamar (PGLang, under exclusive license to Interscope Records)
- “Yeah Glo!” by Glorilla (Collective Music Group/Interscope Records)

The nominees for Outstanding Album feature:
- “Alligator Bites Never Heal” by DoeChii (Epic Records)
- “Cape Town to Cairo” by PJ Morton (Morton Records/Empire)
- “Coming Home” by Usher (Mega/Gamma)
- “Cowboy Carter” by Beyoncé (Columbia Records/Parkwood Entertainment LLC)
- “Glorious” by Glorilla (Collective Music Group/Interscope Records)

Additionally, the Outstanding Soundtrack/Compilation Album category showcases remarkable contributions to the music landscape.

With a total of 14 nominations, ‘The Piano Lesson’ has made a significant impact, highlighting the talents of artists across various genres and categories.

NAACP Image Awards Nominations

The nominations for the NAACP Image Awards have been announced, highlighting a diverse range of musical talent across various categories.

In the category for Outstanding Soundtrack, several noteworthy entries have been recognized:

• "Bob Marley: One Love" from Tuff Gong/Island Records
• "Genius: MLK/X" featuring songs from the original series from Hollywood Records
• "Reasonable Doubt (Season 2)" original soundtrack, also from Hollywood Records
• "The Book of Clarence" motion picture soundtrack, under Geneva Club with an exclusive license to Roc Nation Records, LLC
• "Wicked: The Soundtrack" from Republic Records

For Outstanding Gospel/Christian Song, the nominees include:

• "Church Doors" by Yolanda Adams under Epic Records
• "Do It Anyway" by Tasha Cobbs from TeeLee Records/Motown Gospel
• "God Problems (Not by Power)" by Tribl Records
• "I Prayed for You (Said a Prayer)" by Major., from NowThatsMajor/MNRK Music Group
• "Working for Me" by Tamela Mann from Tillymann Music Group

In the Outstanding Jazz Album category, the following albums are up for consideration:

• "Creole Orchestra" by Etienne Charles from Culture Shock Music
• "Epic Cool" by Kirk Whalum, distributed by Artistry Music
• "Javon & Nikki Go to the Movies" by Javon Jackson and Nikki Giovanni from Solid Jackson Records
• "On Their Shoulders: An Organ Tribute" by Matthew Whitaker from Mocat Records
• "Portrait" by Samara Joy under Verve Records

Lastly, for Outstanding Soul/R&B Song, the nominees are:

• "16 Carriages" by Beyoncé from Columbia Records/Parkwood Entertainment LLC
• "Here We Go (Uh Oh)" by Coco Jones from Def Jam Recordings
• "I Found You" by PJ Morton from Morton Records/Empire
• "Residuals" by Chris Brown from RCA Records/Chris Brown Entertainment
• "Saturn" by SZA from RCA Records/Top Dawg Entertainment

In the Outstanding Hip Hop/Rap Song category, the nominees include:

• "Mamushi" by Megan Thee Stallion featuring Yuki Chiba, produced by Hot Girl Productions LLC/Warner Music Group
• "Murdergram Deux" by LL Cool J featuring Eminem from Def Jam Recordings

These nominations reflect the rich cultural contributions of artists in the music industry and their influence across genres.The nominations for the upcoming NAACP Image Awards feature a remarkable lineup, showcasing a variety of categories with exceptional talent.

In the realm of Outstanding Duo, Group, or Collaboration (Traditional), several artists have made their mark:

• Adam Blackstone & Fantasia with their rendition of "Summertime" from Bassic Black Entertainment Records.

  
  

• Leela James featuring Kenyon Dixon on "Watcha Done Now," released under Shesangz Music and BMG Rights Management.

  
  

• Maverick City Music collaborating with Miles Minnick on "God Problems (Not by Power)" from Tribl Records.

  
  

• Muni Long and Mariah Carey’s heartfelt track "Made for Me," available through Supergiant Records and Def Jam Recordings.

  
  

• Sounds of Blackness featuring Jamecia Bennett & Buddy McLain with "Thankful," distributed by McLain Music.

  
  

For Outstanding Duo, Group, or Collaboration (Contemporary), the nominations include:

• Flo & Glorilla with "In My Bag" from Island Records.

  
  

• Glorilla's collaboration with Kirk Franklin and Maverick City Music on "Rain Down on Me," also under Collective Music Group.

  
  

• The dynamic pairing of Usher & Burna Boy with "Coming Home" from Mega/Gamma.

  
  

• Victoria Monét featuring Usher in "SOS" from RCA Records and Lovett Music.

  
  

• Wizkid featuring Brent Faiyaz on "Piece of My Heart," released via RCA Records.

  
  

Additionally, the category for Outstanding Original Score for Television/Motion Picture highlights impressive works:

• "Challengers" (Original Score) from Milan Records.

  
  

• The soundtrack for "Dune: Part Two" from Watertower Music.

  
  

• "Star Wars: The Acolyte" Original Soundtrack from Walt Disney Records.

  
  

• "The American Society of Magical Negroes" Original Motion Picture Soundtrack from Back Lot Music.

  
  

• "The Book of Clarence" Original Motion Picture Score, also from Milan Records.

  
  

In the Outstanding Documentary (Film) category, the nominees are:

• "Daughters" available on Netflix.

  
  

• "Frida" from Amazon MGM Studios.

  
  

• "King of Kings: Chasing Edward Jones" distributed by Freestyle Digital Media.

  
  

This year’s nominations showcase a blend of creativity and talent, reflecting the diverse landscape of the entertainment industry.The nominations for the NAACP Image Awards have been announced, with a notable focus on various categories showcasing excellence in film and television.

Among the nominees for Outstanding Documentary (Television) are:

• "Black Barbie: A Documentary" (Netflix)
• "Black Twitter: A People’s History" (Hulu)
• "Gospel" (PBS)
• "Simone Biles Rising" (Netflix)
• "Sprint" (Netflix)

In the Outstanding Short Form Documentary (Film) category, the following works are recognized:

• "Camille A. Brown: Giant Steps" (American Masters and Firelight Media)
• "Danielle Scott: Ancestral Call" (American Masters and Firelight Media)
• "How to Sue the Klan"
• "Judging Juries"
• "Silent Killer" (Kaila Love Jones Films)

The nominations extend to Outstanding Writing in a Comedy Series, featuring talents such as:

• Ashley Nicole Black for "Shrinking" – “Changing Patterns” (Apple TV+)
• Brittani Nichols for "Abbott Elementary" – “Breakup” (ABC)
• Crystal Jenkins for "No Good Deed" – “Letters of Intent” (Netflix)
• Diarra Kilpatrick for "Diarra from Detroit" – “Chasing Ghosts” (BET+)
• Jordan Temple for "Abbott Elementary" – “Smoking” (ABC)

In the Outstanding Writing in a Drama Series category, nominees include:

• Azia Squire for "Bridgerton" – “Tick Tock” (Netflix)
• Ben Watkins for "Cross" – “Hero Complex” (Amazon Prime Video)
• Francesca Sloane, Donald Glover for "Mr. & Mrs. Smith" – “First Date” (Amazon Prime Video)
• Geetika Lizardi for "Bridgerton" – “Joining of Hands” (Netflix)
• Lauren Gamble for "Bridgerton" – “Old Friends” (Netflix)

For Outstanding Writing in a Television Movie or Special, the following are highlighted:

• Brandon Espy, Carl Reid for "Mr. Crocket" (Hulu)
• Bree West, Chazitear for "A Wesley South African Christmas" (BET+)
• Juel Taylor, Tony Rettenmaier, Themba L. Banks for "Young. Wild. Free." (BET+)
• Rudy Mancuso, Dan Lagana for "Música" (Amazon Prime Video)
• Tina Mabry, Gina Prince-Bythewood, Cee Marcellus for "The Supremes at Earl’s All-You-Can-Eat" (Hulu/Searchlight Pictures)

Finally, Barry Jenkins is recognized for his work in Outstanding Writing in a Motion Picture with "The Fire Inside" (Amazon MGM Studios).

This year’s nominations reflect a diverse range of stories and talents across the entertainment industry.The film industry is buzzing with excitement as 'The Piano Lesson' leads the nominations with a remarkable 14 nods for the NAACP Image Awards.

Here's the breakdown of the categories and nominees:

In the realm of Outstanding Directing in a Motion Picture, the competition includes:
- Malcolm Washington for 'The Piano Lesson' (Netflix)
- Jeymes Samuel for 'The Book of Clarence' (Sony Pictures)
- Ramell Ross for 'Nickel Boys' (Orion Pictures/Amazon MGM Studios)
- Reinaldo Marcus Green for 'Bob Marley: One Love' (Paramount Pictures)
- Steve McQueen for 'Blitz' (Apple Original Films)

For Outstanding Directing in a Drama Series, contenders are:
- Carl Franklin, 'Monsters: The Lyle and Erik Menendez Story' – “Blame it on the Rain” (Netflix)
- Marta Cunningham, 'Genius: MLK/X' – “Protect Us” (National Geographic)
- Marta Cunningham, 'Genius: MLK/X' – “Who We Are” (National Geographic)
- Paris Barclay, 'Monsters: The Lyle and Erik Menendez Story' – “Brother, Can You Spare a Dime?” (Netflix)
- Rapman, 'Supacell' – “Supacell” (Netflix)

In the comedy arena, the nominees for Outstanding Directing in a Comedy Series include:
- Ayo Edebiri, 'The Bear' – “Napkins” (FX/Hulu)
- Bentley Kyle Evans, 'Mind Your Business' – “The Reunion” (Bounce TV)
- Robbie Countryman, 'The Upshaws' – “Ain’t Broke” (Netflix)
- Tiffany Johnson, 'How to Die Alone' – “Trust No One” (Hulu)
- William Smith, 'The Vince Staples Show' – “Brown Family” (Netflix)

Outstanding Directing in a Television Movie, Documentary, or Special features:
- Kelley Kali, 'Kemba' (BET+)
- Marcelo Gama, 'BET Awards 2024' (BET Media Group)
- Shanta Fripp, 'Black Men’s Summit' (BET Media Group)
- Thembi L. Banks, 'Young. Wild. Free' (BET+)
- Tina Mabry, 'The Supremes at Earl’s All-You-Can-Eat' (Hulu/Searchlight Pictures)

Lastly, for Outstanding Directing in a Documentary, the nominees are:
- Bao Nguyen, 'The Greatest Night in Pop' (Netflix)

With such a strong lineup, the anticipation for the awards ceremony continues to grow!Dawn Porter’s documentary on Luther Vandross, titled ‘Luther: Never Too Much,’ has made waves by securing multiple nominations for the NAACP Image Awards, thanks to its captivating storytelling.

In another notable entry, Deborah Riley Draper’s work on the life of James Brown, ‘James Brown: Say It Loud,’ is also in the running, showcasing the influence of the legendary musician.

The documentary ‘Ol’ Dirty Bastard: A Tale of Two Dirtys’ by Jason and Sam Pollard brings to light the unique narrative of the hip-hop icon, further adding to the impressive roster.

Streaming giant Amazon Prime Video presents ‘In Her Words,’ directed by Nneka Onuorah and featuring Megan Thee Stallion, highlighting powerful female voices in music.

In the category of outstanding literary work, fiction nominees include:

• ‘A Love Song for Ricki Wilde’ by Tia Williams from Grand Central Publishing
• ‘Grown Woman’ by Sarai Johnson from HarperCollins
• ‘Neighbors and Other Stories’ by Diane Oliver and Tayari Jones from Grove Atlantic
• ‘One of Us Knows: A Thriller’ by Alyssa Cole from William Morrow
• ‘What You Leave Behind’ by Wanda M. Morris from William Morrow

For outstanding literary work in nonfiction, the nominees are:

• ‘A Passionate Mind in Relentless Pursuit: The Vision of Mary McLeod Bethune’ by Noliwe Rooks from Penguin Press
• ‘Love & Whiskey: The Remarkable True Story of Jack Daniel’ by Fawn Weaver from Melcher Media
• ‘Picturing Black History: Photographs and Stories That Changed the World’ by Daniela Edmeier and others from Abrams Books
• ‘The 1619 Project: A Visual Experience’ by Nikole Hannah-Jones and The New York Times Magazine from Clarkson Potter
• ‘The Jazzmen’ by Larry Tye from Mariner Books

In the debut author category, the contenders include:

• ‘A Kind of Madness’ by Uche Okonkwo from Tin House Books
• ‘Afrocentric Style: A Celebration of Blackness & Identity in Pop Culture’ by Shirley Neal from HarperCollins Amistad
• ‘Grown Woman’ by Sarai Johnson from HarperCollins
• ‘Masquerade’ by O.O. Sangoyomi from Forge Books
• ‘Swift River’ by Essie Chambers from Simon & Schuster outstanding literary work – biography/autobiography

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Whoopi Goldberg shares her journey in "Bits and Pieces: My Mother, My Brother, and Me," published by Blackstone Publishing.
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Cheslie Kryst and April Simpkins present a poignant narrative in "By the Time You Read This: The Space Between Cheslie’s Smile and Mental Illness," available from Forefront Books.
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Tasha Cobbs Leonard and Sarah Jakes Roberts inspire readers with "Do It Anyway: Don’t Give Up Before It Gets Good," a title from Waterbrook – Penguin Random House.
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Ketanji Brown Jackson offers insights in her memoir "Lovely One," published by Random House.
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Joy-Ann Reid uncovers a powerful love story in "Medgar and Myrlie: Medgar Evers and the Love Story That Awakened America," released by Mariner Books – HarperCollins Publishers.
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outstanding literary work – instructional

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Tracey Michae’l Lewis-Giggets encourages joy in "Black Joy Playbook: 30 Days of Intentionally Reclaiming Your Delight," published by Ink & Willow – Penguin Random House.
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Tabitha Brown’s "I Did a New Thing: 30 Days to Living Free," from William Morrow – HarperCollins Publishers, offers transformative guidance.
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Chanté Griffin’s "Loving Your Black Neighbor as Yourself: A Guide to Closing the Space Between Us" provides a thoughtful approach, published by Waterbrook – Penguin Random House.
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"Radical Self-Care: Rituals for Inner Resilience," authored by Rebecca Moore and illustrated by Amberlee Green, is brought to readers by The Quarto Group/Leaping Hare Press.
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Tomesha Faxio shares cultural heritage in "Wash Day: Passing on the Legacy, Rituals, and Love of Natural Hair," a title from Clarkson Potter – Crown Publishing Group.
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outstanding literary work – poetry

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Danez Smith’s "Bluff: Poems" is a compelling collection from Graywolf Press.
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Brittany Rogers captivates with "Good Dress," published by Tin House Books.
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Frank X Walker provides thought-provoking verses in "Load in Nine Times: Poems," available from Liveright Publishing – W.W. Norton & Company.
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Omotara James presents her poetic voice in "Song of My Softening," published by Alice James Books.
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Kwame Alexander curates "This Is the Honey: An Anthology of Contemporary Black Poets," a noteworthy release from Little, Brown and Company.
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Rachel Ricketts, alongside illustrator Tiffany Rose and Luana Horry, presents "All I Need to Be," a delightful read from Simon & Schuster Books for Young Readers.
Cicely Tyson, along with Renée Watson and Sherry Shine, showcases the importance of representation in literature with their work published by Amistad Books for Young Readers.

In "Crowning Glory: A Celebration of Black Hair," Carole Boston Weatherford and Ekua Holmes explore the beauty and significance of Black hair through a vibrant lens, published by Candlewick Press.

"My Hair is a Book" by Maisha Oso, illustrated by London Ladd, is another gem from HarperCollins Publishers that creatively addresses the topic of hair through a literary format.

Taraji P. Henson's "You Can Be A Good Friend (No Matter What!): A Lil TJ Book," illustrated by Paul Kellam, offers young readers valuable lessons on friendship, available through Zonderkidz – HarperCollins.

In the category of Outstanding Literary Work for Youth/Teens, notable mentions include "American Wings: Chicago’s Pioneering Black Aviators and the Race for Equality in the Sky" by Sherri L. Smith and Elizabeth Wein, published by G.P. Putnam’s Sons Books for Young Readers.

"Barracoon Adapted for Young Readers: The Story of the Last Black Cargo," originally by Zora Neale Hurston and adapted by Ibram X. Kendi with illustrations by Jazzmen Lee-Johnson, is also a significant work from Amistad Books for Young Readers.

Kwame Alexander's "Black Star: The Door of No Return" from Little, Brown Books for Young Readers, and "Brushed Between Cultures," a YA coming-of-age novel by Samarra St. Hilaire, stand out in this competitive category.

Caron Butler and Justin A. Reynolds present "Clutch Time: A Shot Clock Novel" (Shot Clock, 2) through HarperCollins Publishers, further enriching the literary landscape for teens.

In the Outstanding Graphic Novel category, "Big Jim and the White Boy: An American Classic Reimagined" by David F. Walker and Marcus Kwame Anderson, published by Ten Speed Graphic - Penguin Random House, receives acclaim.

"Black Defender: The Awakening" by Dr. David Washington and illustrated by Zhengis Tasbolatov, along with Mr. Billy Blanks' foreword, makes its mark through Washington Comix.

Johnnie Christmas's "Gamerville," published by HarperAlley – HarperCollins, and "Ghost Roast" by Shawneé Gibbs and Shawnelle Gibbs, with illustrations by Emily Cannon from Versify – HarperCollins, capture the imagination in unique ways.

Finally, Bianca Xunise's "Punk Rock Karaoke" from Viking Books for Young Readers rounds out the list of outstanding graphic novels.

In recognition of impact and influence, Kai Cenat has been honored as the Outstanding Social Media Personality of the Year, showcasing the evolving landscape of media and literature.The nominations for the NAACP Image Awards have been unveiled, highlighting a variety of standout projects in media.

Among the nominees for Outstanding News and Information Podcast are:

• SundayCivics (LJW Community Strategies)

• After the Uprising (iHeartPodcasts, Double Asterisk)
• Into America: Uncounted Millions (MSNBC)
• Native Land Pod (iHeartPodcasts, Reasoned Choice Media)
• The Assignment with Audie Cornish (CNN Audio)

In the category of Outstanding Lifestyle/Self-Help Podcast, the contenders include:

• Balanced Black Girl (Dear Media)
• Is This Going to Cause an Argument (Seven14Seven Media)
• The R Spot with Iyanla (Shondaland)
• Therapy for Black Girls (iHeartPodcasts)
• We Don’t Always Agree with Ryan & Sterling (ABF Creative & Indian Meadows Productions)

For Outstanding Society and Culture Podcast, the nominees are:

• Baby, This Is Keke Palmer (Wondery)
• Club Shay Shay (Shay Shay Media & The Volume)
• Higher Learning with Van Lathan and Rachel Lindsay (The Ringer)
• We Don’t Always Agree with Ryan & Sterling (ABF Creative & Indian Meadows Productions)
• What Now? with Trevor Noah (Spotify Studios in partnership with Day Zero Productions and Fulwell 73)

In the Outstanding Sports, Arts, and Entertainment Podcast category, the following shows have been nominated:

• Naked Sports with Cari Champion (The Black Effect Podcast Network)
• Nightcap (Shay Shay Media & The Volume)
• Questlove Supreme (iHeartPodcasts)
• R&B Money Podcast (R&B Money)
• Two Funny Mamas (Mocha Podcasts Network)

The Outstanding Podcast – Limited Series/Short Form nominees include:

• About the Journey (Marriott Bonvoy, At Will Media & Mntra)
• Squeezed with Yvette Nicole Brown (Lemonda Media)
• Stranded (Broadway Video)
• The Wonder of Stevie (Audible, Higher Ground, and Pineapple Street Studios)
• When We Win with Maya Rupert (Lemonada Media)

Additionally, for Outstanding Costume Design in Television or Film, the nominees are:

• Ernesto Martinez for Fight Night: The Million Dollar Heist (Peacock)
• Megan Coates for Shirley (Netflix)
• Gersha Phillips for The Big Cigar (Apple TV+)
• Francine Jamison-Tanchuck for The Piano Lesson (Netflix)
• Paul Tazewell for Wicked (Universal Pictures)

These nominations reflect the rich diversity and talent present in contemporary media.

NAACP Image Awards Nominations

The nominations for the NAACP Image Awards have highlighted a range of outstanding contributions in film and television.

Among the nominees for Outstanding Production Design are:

• Carol Rasheed for "Fight Night: The Million Dollar Heist" (Peacock)
• Debi Young for "Shirley" (Netflix)
• Rebecca Lee for "Shōgun" (Netflix)
• Matiki Anoff for "The Book of Clarence" (Sony Pictures)
• Para Malden for "The Piano Lesson" (Netflix)

In the category of Outstanding Hairstyling (Television or Film), the nominees include:

• Terry Hunt for "Bel-Air" (Peacock)
• Lawrence Davis for "Fight Night: The Million Dollar Heist" (Peacock)
• Nakoya Yancey for "Shirley" (Netflix)
• Brian Badie for "The Penguin" (HBO/Max)
• Andrea Mona Bowman for "The Piano Lesson" (Netflix)

For Outstanding Stunt Ensemble (TV or Film), the competition features:

• "Cross" (Amazon Prime Video)
• "Grotesquerie" (FX/Hulu)
• "Rebel Ridge" (Netflix)
• "Red One" (Amazon MGM Studios)
• "Them: The Scare" (Amazon Prime Video)

These nominations reflect the excellence and diversity in the entertainment industry, particularly acknowledging the achievements of Black artists and creators.

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