Music stars Snoop Dogg, SZA, Latto, Charlie Wilson, Metro Boomin and Tyler, the Creator are among this year's EBONY Power 100 honorees. The awards ceremony – which will also mark the legendary magazine's 79th anniversary – will take place on November 17 at Nya Studios West in Los Angeles.
The 100 honorees are divided into 10 categories: Artists in Residence, Business Disruptors, Community Crusaders, Entertainment Powerhouses, Generation Next, Influential Creators, Leaders in Sport, Media Mavens, Music Innovators and STEM Trailblazers. Representing a variety of talent, entrepreneurs, leaders and pioneers, additional honorees on the 2024 list include Kevin Hart, Congressman Hakeem Jeffries, Jennifer Hudson, Maya Rudolph, Doechii, Jaylen Brown, Keke Palmer and Shannon Sharpe. For a complete list of EBONY Power 100 honorees and updates, visit here.
In a release announcing the 2024 honorees, EBONY CEO Eden Bridgeman said: “We've been gearing up for the most anticipated EBONY Power 100 to date. This iconic list isn't just a celebration. it is a vital recognition of those who shape culture and drive real change in our communities. At a time when honoring Black excellence is more important than ever, excitement is building and we are excited to unveil the transformational leaders who will define this year's EBONY Power 100!”
In recent years, past music industry honorees have included Usher, Tems, HER, Travis Scott and Jimmy Jam & Terry Lewis. In 2024 EBONY The Power 100 Gala is sponsored by Nationwide, Prime's new original series CrossUnited Airlines and Baccarat.