Prince Harry and Meghan Markle have just been honored with the prestigious President's Award at the 53rd NAACP Image Awards.The President's Award aims to recognize those who have demonstrated special achievement and distinguished public service.
Some of the past recipients include Muhammad Ali, Rev. Jesse Jackson, former Secretary of State Colin Powell, former Secretary of State Condoleezza Rice, JAY-Z, LeBron James, Rihanna, Lauryn Hill and renowned journalist Soledad O'Brien, among others.The Duke and Duchess of Sussex appeared live on stage to accept the prestigious award.
The Duchess, who wore a a gown by Christopher John Rogers, began the speech thanking the organization and those to awarded them with the honor. «It's inspiring to think about the legacy surrounding the Image Awards which began shortly after the Civil Rights Act of 1964 and Voting Rights Act of 1965 were passed into law,» the Meghan said. «And today, we can continue that legacy by reestablishing federal voting protections in our country and fulfilling the work of civil rights giants like the late John Lewis.
We are so deeply humbled to be here in the company of so many illustrious awardees.»The Duke, who wore a tux by Ozwald Boateng and held the award, began his speech by acknowledging the people of the Ukraine, «who urgently need our continued support as a global community.»«I also owe the immense gratitude tonight,» the Harry continued, «Both for this award and to this community both for welcoming me so warmly.
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