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Cathy Hughes

Cathy Hughes, the history-making founder and president of TV One, will be honored at the 43rd Annual NAACP Image Awards with the prestigious Chairman’s Award.

Roslyn M. Brock, Chairman, NAACP National Board of Directors, who will present Hughes with the award, released the following statement detailing the many reasons why she is a worthy recipient:

I am thrilled to offer Cathy Hughes the NAACP Chairman’s Award,” stated Chairman Brock. “This recognition is long overdue for her accomplishments as a trailblazer in the media industry.  As the founder of Radio One and TV One, an advocate for small business entrepreneurship, and philanthropist. Cathy Hughes reminds us that collectively and as individuals, we can make a difference.  Her presence at the Image Awards continues the NAACP’s quest to celebrate and uplift individuals who model principles of hard work, perseverance and community empowerment.”