Urban One Honors

When you hear “Best in Black,” think of the best of who we are… in music, television and film, sports, politics and every other realm that Black culture has touched and turned up a notch! The 6th annual Urban One Honors is no different. You can expect electrifying performances, empowering speeches, and unforgettable moments! This year, […]

  We are days away from the premiere of the 6th annual Urban One Honors, and trust us, it’s a show you do not want to miss! Join us for this star-studded event, as we come together with incredible pride to uplift the outstanding talent of this year’s honorees: Mary J. Blige (Entertainment Icon), Dionne Warwick […]

All hail the queen! The Queen of Hip Hop Soul, that is! Mary J. Blige has cemented herself as a global superstar, and we’re set to give her some “real love!” Get ready for a “family affair” at the 6th annual Urban One Honors because Mary’s contributions to the culture will be celebrated, as we […]

Chloe Bailey, known mononymously as Chlöe, entered the entertainment industry and took it by storm! The singer, songwriter, producer and actress rose to fame as a member of the critically acclaimed musical duo Chloe x Halle, alongside her sister. But since she stepped into the spotlight with her hit single, “Have Mercy,” in 2021, she’s confidently forged […]

The 6th annual Urban One Honors is right around the corner! This year, we’re giving the Best in Black their well-deserved flowers. Grammy Award-winning songstress LeToya Luckett is back once again to host the fan-favorite Backstage Pass sponsored by Intuit TurboTax.  This special segment brings you exclusive interviews with the show’s honorees, performers, and presenters.  LeToya will […]

In a world of many legends and icons, there is only one Frankie Beverly. With sounds that have a proven ability to soothe and transcend generations, Mr. Beverly is a significant part of Black America’s soundtrack. The front man of the incomparable Frankie Beverly and Maze is the “Ambassador Of Soul” whose music can change […]

This weekend, we celebrated the Best in Black at the Urban One Honors! It was the ultimate celebration of Black Excellence, as we honored Mary J. Blige, Donald Lawrence, Dionne Warwick, Frankie Beverly, and Chlöe. Check out some of our favorite purple carpet arrivals! The BEST in Black Hollywood showed up and showed out.

  All hail the queen! Get ready for a Family Affair at the 6th annual Urban One Honors because we’re set to give the Queen of Hip Hop Soul some Real Love! The legendary Mary J. Blige, Grammy and Emmy Award-winning singer and Oscar-nominated actress, will be recognized as this year’s Entertainment Icon Honoree. Mary […]

    When you hear “Best in Black,” think of the best of who we are… in music, television and film, sports, politics and every other realm that Black culture has touched and turned up a notch! The 6th annual Urban One Honors will be no different. GET READY… for electrifying performances, empowering speeches, and […]

The annual URBAN ONE HONORS heralds the exemplary accomplishments of African American women in this year’s tribute show premiering on Sunday, May 16, 2021, at 9 p.m. ET/8C.  It will be simulcast for the first time on the sister network CLEO TV. 

Urban One founder and Chairwoman Cathy Hughes began laying the bricks for a company that is now 40 years in existence via Radio One. The ongoing journey will be celebrated in the upcoming Urban One Honors this coming Monday and in a new video, Ms. Hughes shares how she made her dreams form into a […]

Urban One Honors, Videos

Mona Scott-Young has had a front-row seat for the career of Missy Elliott. Scott-Young has been Elliott’s manager for 20-plus years and helped guide Missy through one of the successful careers in Hip-Hop history. With her connections to Elliott and her “shero,” famed record executive Sylvia Rhone, it is only right for Scott-Young to come […]