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Usher, Quinta Brunson & Tems Among Honorees at EBONY Power 100 Gala
EBONY’s Power 100 Gala, a night of Black excellence, released its list of 100 honorees on Wednesday (Oct. 12). The gala is set to be hosted by Emmy-nominated comedian Amber Ruffin and will include names like Emmy award-winning Quinta Brunson, Usher, and TikTok influencer Khaby Lame. Explore Explore See latest videos, charts and news See latest videos, charts and news The annual gala is dedicated to honoring Black trailblazers in various professions and crafts such as business, entertainment, and science and technology. The formal event’s 10 categories range from Entertainment Powerhouses to Community Creators. In addition to announcing its return, executives shared their reimagined commitment to “Moving Black Forward.” “The EBONY Power 100 Gala is one of our tentpole events,” said Eden Bri...
‘Ebony’ Magazine’s Board of Directors Removes CEO Willard Jackson
Source: David Livingston / Getty Ebony was the first Black publication to be called out for its treatment of writers, now its Board of the directors has finally taken some action. Deadline is reporting the iconic Black publication’s Board of directors gave CEO Willard Jackson, Jr. the boot following an “independent inquiry into a number of unspecified transactions led by him raised questions.” According to the company, the investigation still ongoing. In a statement from Jacob Walthour Jr., the newly-elected chairman of Ebony’s Board and co-founder of Blueprint Capital Advisors, he lauded Johnson while saying the company needs to “adapt” its business model. “The Board of directors individually and collectively understands the legacy and value of Ebony to Black communities global...
