18TH ANNUAL BLACK WOMEN IN HOLLYWOOD AWARDS

The 18th Annual Black Women in Hollywood honorees have mastered both the scene and the unseen—delivering powerhouse performances and breaking barriers behind the lens. From the spotlight to the shadows, their impact is undeniable.

Get ready to celebrate the women who make Hollywood shine in every way! This year, we honor the careers and outstanding achievements of:

Emmy, Grammy, Tony winner, and 3x Oscar nominee actress and singer Cynthia Erivo.

Multifaceted award-winning actress, singer, Creative Director, and Producer Teyana Taylor.

Emmy-nominated creator, writer, and executive producer of Reasonable Doubt Raamla Mohamed.

Emmy-nominated actress, producer, writer, and living legend Marla Gibbs.

Hosted by producer and star of Prime Video’s Number #1 hit series “Cross,” our leading man, Aldis Hodge.

Please mark your calendars for Black Women In Hollywood, which will air on March 3rd, 2025. Our pre-show will start at 7:00 pm EST, and the ceremony will follow at 8:00 pm EST, only on the ESSENCE YouTube channel.