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A Peek Inside The Star-Studded 2022 Black Women In Hollywood Luncheon

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Black Women in Hollywood luncheon. Honorees Chanté Adams, Quinta Brunson, Aunjanue Ellis, and Nia Long were given their flowers, each presented with their awards by stars Mimi Valdez, Donald Glover, Will Smith, and Larenz Tate respectively.

The love was overflowing among both honorees and guests in the room, and many moments of mutual respect and Black Girl Magic were snapped by the cameras.Take a look at some of the moments joy and fun captured from inside the exclusive gathering of Hollywood greats and up-and-coming young stars. .

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