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Essence Celebrates Black Women in Hollywood on March 12

2/12/2026

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Essence Magazine will host the 19th annual Black Women in Hollywood ceremony on March 12, 2024, at the Fairmont Century Plaza Hotel.
The theme, "Off Script," emphasizes the expanding roles of Black women in Hollywood.
Honorees include Chase Infiniti for "One Battle After Another," Kerry Washington for her work as an actor and producer, LaTanya Richardson Jackson for her nearly 40-year career, and Zinzi Coogler for her projects like "Sinners."
The event will feature a Luminary Spotlight on the women behind "Sinners," celebrating their achievements.

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Essence Magazine will host the 19th annual Black Women in Hollywood ceremony on March 12, 2024, at the Fairmont Century Plaza Hotel.
The theme, "Off Script," emphasizes the expanding roles of Black women in Hollywood.
Honorees include Chase Infiniti for "One Battle After Another," Kerry Washington for her work as an actor and producer, LaTanya Richardson Jackson for her nearly 40-year career, and Zinzi Coogler for her projects like "Sinners."
The event will feature a Luminary Spotlight on the women behind "Sinners," celebrating their achievements.