The inaugural, invite-only Black Women in Entertainment Honors (“BWIE Honors”) will celebrate and recognize the impact of leadership and cultural influence of Black women across film, television, sports, visual and performing arts.
A celebration of Women’s History Month and Black Girl Magic, BWIE Honors recognizes the extraordinary Black women who are shaping culture and redefining what leadership, creativity, and impact look like.
This special evening - hosted by journalist and on-air talent Sylvia OBell - will honor trailblazers, storytellers, executives, and creators whose work continues to move the culture forward while opening doors and creating pathways for the next generation of Black women in the industry. From powerful storytelling and groundbreaking leadership to cultural influence and innovation, each honoree represents the brilliance, resilience, and vision that continues to transform our industry.
We are thrilled to celebrate the brilliance, leadership, and lasting impact of this year’s honorees who are:
Estelle - Grammy Award–winning singer, songwriter & actress
Stacey Walker - MACRO, Chief Brand Officer
Phylicia Fant -Amazon Music, Global Head of Music Industry and Culture Collaborations
Ashley Jackson - Writer, Netflix’s “A Different World” Reboot; Producer, untitled Jesse Jackson documentary & BWIE Rising Star Award recipient
Debra Lee – former BET Chairman and CEO– BWIE Icon Award recipient
Codie Elaine Oliver - Black Love, Inc., CEO, Director and Producer Creative
Xosha Roquemore - Actress, Forever (Netflix)
Yolanda Sangweni - NPR, Vice President of Content, Cultural Programming
Nichol McKenzie Whiteman -Los Angeles Dodgers Foundation, CEO
Natalie Wilson & Derrica Wilson, Co-Founders, Black and Missing Foundation & Documentary Producers
Together, these remarkable women represent the power, influence, and excellence of Black women across the entertainment landscape.
We are grateful for our partners and supporters including Amazon Music, The Gathering Spot and the California Black Women’s Collective Empowerment Institute.
Event Schedule
6:00pm-6:45pm - Reception & Red Carpet
7:00pm (sharp) - 9:00pm - BWIE Honors program
Credit: Black Women in Entertainment