The 5th annual Urban One Honors, will premiere on Monday, January 16, 2023 on TV One and CLEO TV at 7/6C. The theme, celebrating “Icons of the Culture, will be on Martin Luther King Jr Day. This year’s show is hosted by R&B singer and actor Tank. The televised event celebrates the accomplishments of individuals who have made extraordinary contributions to entertainment, media, music, politics, education, and the community.
LeToya Luckett hosts a special backstage pass segment, featuring exclusive interviews with the show’s honorees, performers, and presenters.
This year’s honorees include LL Cool J, Bobby Brown, David and Tamela Mann, Congresswoman Maxine Waters and Pharrell Williams. Additionally, the ceremony includes a performance by Keke Wyatt; and a celebration of the 50th anniversary of Hip Hop with DJ Spinderella, Monie Love and Doug E. Fresh.
Special appearances by: T.I., Pusha T, Keisha Lance Bottoms, Marvin Sapp, Rev. Run and Lamman Rucker.
URBAN ONE HONORS is Executive Produced by Eric Tomosunas and James Seppelfrick of Swirl Films. Daniel Moore serves as the Musical Director.
