'It's The Only Validation That Matters': 5 Tearjerking Speeches From The NAACP Image Awards
Some of the most beloved Black entertainers were honored on Saturday at the 52nd annual NAACP Image Awards, which recognized celebrities for their talents and their impact on society. While graciously accepting their awards, the honorees delivered powerful words to inspire the world. The recipients included comedians Issa Rae and KevOnStage, as well as actress Viola Davis, basketball superstar LeBron James and the late Chadwick Boseman.
Here are the most impactful speeches that were heard during the virtual ceremony.
![MOTOWN: THE MUSICAL (Broadway) – Medley [LIVE @ The 2013 Tony Awards]](https://i.ytimg.com/vi/RVnAi-LgmFQ/maxresdefault.jpg "MOTOWN: THE MUSICAL (Broadway) – Medley [LIVE @ The 2013 Tony Awards]")
The cast of the Broadway musical MOTOWN, perform a medley from the show live at the 2013 Tony Awards source
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