NAACP Image Awards Speeches Do More Than Entertain — They Challenge Power & Speak Truth

Sat, 21 Feb 2026 18:52:38 +0000

The 57th NAACP Image Awards airs February 28 at 8 PM ET on BET, and we’re taking a moment to look back at the voices that made this night unforgettable. From Kamala Harris to LeBron James, the NAACP Image Awards microphone has been more than a place to celebrate excellence—it’s been a powerful platform for truth, purpose, and change. Revisit the moments that moved culture forward and turned speeches into history.

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