Sunday evening, TV One hosted the third annual URBAN ONE HONORS award show, which was simulcasted for the first time on its sister network CLEO TV. Celebrating the exemplary accomplishments of African American women, the special was hosted by Grammy-Award-winning gospel artist Erica Campbell and award-winning journalist, author, and syndicated columnist Roland Martin. Honorees included Stacey Abrams, Nikole Hannah-Jones, Dr.
Ala Stanford, Rosalind Brewer and Robin Rue Simmons. Hosts Roland and Erica Campbell
A special homage was also made to the International Sweethearts of Rhythm, one of the most celebrated female jazz bands of all time. Presented by Amazon, Ford Motor Company, McDonald’s, PNC Bank, Toyota and Verizon, the event was developed to acknowledge and honor individuals or organizations that have made an extraordinary impact on society and culture.
