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Yahoo
07-03-2025
- Politics
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Kamala Harris Reportedly Considering Running For California Governor
Kamala Harris is reportedly returning to state politics as she eyes the top role. According to Politico, the former vice president is seriously considering contending for the role of California governor. The outlet reported that while at a pre-Oscar party, the California native was asked about running for the position. She responded that she had given herself a deadline to make the decision. Per The Guardian, term limits prevent current Governor Gavin Newsom from running again in 2026. The outlet noted a recent survey was conducted for Emerson College Polling, where 57% of voters were prepared to vote for Harris as governor. 'If [former] Vice-president Harris enters the Democratic primary, she would start as the clear favorite. Without Harris in the race, the primary is wide open,' detailed Spencer Kimball, executive director of Emerson College Polling. According to Politico, Harris has repeatedly shared the message 'I am staying in this fight,' with supporters in private phone calls and gatherings. 'Her name recognition, her favorables, her ability to run a successful campaign would have the impact of clearing the field on the Democratic side,' explained State Attorney General Rob Bonta to Politico. He will not run for governor partially due to the likelihood of a Harris campaign. 'If anyone wants to stay in, will I tell them, 'You should leave because she's clearing the field?' Absolutely not. They can run. I think they'll lose, and I will support her.' Last month, Harris was honored with the Chairman's Prize at the 2025 NAACP Image Awards. 'While we have no illusions about what we are up against in this chapter in our American story, this chapter will be written not simply by whoever occupies the oval office nor by the wealthiest among us. The American story will be written by you. Written by us. By we the people,' she exclaimed in her acceptance speech. Watch the moment below. More from Kamala Harris Honored With Chairman's Prize At NAACP Image Awards Kanye West Apologizes To Kamala Harris' Kids After Deleting Sexual Tweet Stephen A. Smith Admits To Feeling Like "A Damn Fool" After Voting For Kamala Harris
USA Today
23-02-2025
- Politics
- USA Today
Kamala Harris speaks on 'shadows gathering over our democracy' at NAACP Image Awards
Kamala Harris speaks on 'shadows gathering over our democracy' at NAACP Image Awards Show Caption Hide Caption Kamala Harris speaks after certifying Trump 2024 victory Vice President Kamala Harris spoke with journalists on Capitol Hill after certifying president-elect Donald Trump's 2024 victory. Former Vice President Kamala Harris urged viewers not to "surrender to cynicism and destruction" on Saturday as she was honored at the 2025 NAACP Image Awards. Harris attended the ceremony celebrating Black excellence and received the chairman's award, which is given to "individuals who excel in public service and leverage their unique platforms to ignite and drive meaningful change." She said the honor is special to her because she grew up "inspired" by the work of the NAACP, and the group is "part of the reason I chose a life of public service." She continued that Americans must have the same "sense of urgency" today that the NAACP's founders did, "knowing, as the saying goes, eternal vigilance is the price of liberty." "Some look at this moment and rightly feel the weight of history," Harris said. "Some see the flames on our horizons, the rising waters in our cities, the shadows gathering over our democracy, and ask, 'What do we do now?' But we know exactly what to do, because we have done it before, and we will do it again. We use our power. We organize, we mobilize, we educate and we advocate." The former vice president went on to add, "Our strength flows from our faith: Faith in God, faith in each other, and our refusal to surrender to cynicism and destruction, not because it is easy, but because it is necessary. Not because victory is guaranteed, but because the fight is worth it." Kamala Harris signs with Hollywood talent agency CAA, joining Joe Biden, Barack Obama Harris never directly mentioned President Donald Trump, her 2024 election opponent, but said that "this chapter in our American story" will be "written not simply by whoever occupies the Oval Office, nor by the wealthiest among us," but by "we the people." Harris received a standing ovation as she came on stage to accept the award. In introductory remarks, NAACP board of directors chair Leon W. Russell said she "will continue to be an inspiration for generations to come," and he praised her 2024 presidential campaign. "Against impossible odds, she gave America a campaign that was a force of nature," Russell said. "No one else could have accomplished what she did, and no one else is more deserving of our gratitude." Past recipients of the chairman's award include politicians like former President Barack Obama and California Rep. Maxine Waters as well as entertainers like Samuel L. Jackson and Forest Whitaker. Dave Chappelle, Keke Palmer, 'The Six Triple Eight' honored at NAACP Image Awards Saturday's ceremony also honored Dave Chappelle with the president's award, which recognizes "outstanding achievements and distinguished public service." The comedian described it as "probably the most special award I've ever gotten." The "Chappelle's Show" star said the NAACP is now "sadly more relevant than it's been in a long time," but it "feels good to know that we're not in it alone." He also quipped that now that "all my Netflix checks cleared," every time he appears "I'm only up there because I want to be." Kerry Washington, Tyler Perry's 'Six Triple Eight' movie tells true story of Black women in WWII Meanwhile, Keke Palmer won the award for entertainer of the year. The "One of Them Days" star expressed her shock that she received the honor, particularly over fellow nominee Cynthia Erivo — and she even did an impression of Erivo singing "Defying Gravity" in "Wicked." "It's so important that we all come here together and celebrate one another with one another," Palmer said, adding that "nobody has uplifted me more than you all, the people in this room." It was a big night for Tyler Perry's "The Six Triple Eight," which tells the true story of Black women in the Women's Army Corps during World War II. It won best picture, best actress for Kerry Washington, best supporting actress and breakthrough performance for Ebony Obsidian, and best ensemble cast. Washington said the evening was "about all of us being called into our greatness" and encouraged the audience to "remember your greatness, because that's what the fight is for." Contributing: Anika Reed, USA TODAY
Yahoo
23-02-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Keke Palmer wins Entertainer of the Year at the NAACP Image Awards
Keke Palmer has taken home the trophy for Entertainer of the Year at the 2025 NAACP Image Awards. The actor, singer and TV personality saw off competition from fellow nominees Cynthia Erivo, Kendrick Lamar, Kevin Hart and Shannon Sharpe. Also winning big on the night were Martin Lawrence and Kerry Washington who took out Outstanding Actor and Actress in a Motion Picture respectively. War drama The Six Triple Eight won the Outstanding Motion Picture prize. The 2025 NAACP Image Awards, presented Saturday night in a televised ceremony live from Pasadena, California, is an annual awards ceremony hosted by the National Association for the Advancement of Coloured People. Comedian-actor-writer host Deon Cole opened proceedings with a joke poking fun at Kanye West and his scantily clad wife Bianca Censori. The awards honour outstanding performances in more than 40 categories including film, TV, theatre, music and literature. A complete list of winners in categories presented Saturday night (not previously announced) follows here. Entertainer of the Year: Keke Palmer Outstanding Motion Picture: The Six Triple Eight Outstanding Actress in a Motion Picture: Kerry Washington - The Six Triple Eight Outstanding Actor in a Motion Picture: Martin Lawrence - Bad Boys: Ride or Die Outstanding International Motion Picture: Emilia Pérez Outstanding Actor in a Comedy Series: Damon Wayans - Poppa's House Outstanding Actress in a Comedy Series: Quinta Brunson - Abbott Elementary Outstanding Actor in a Drama Series: Michael Rainey Jr - Power Book II: Ghost Outstanding Actress in a Drama Series: Queen Latifah - The Equalizer Outstanding Music Video/Visual Album: Not Like Us - Kendrick Lamar Outstanding Soundtrack/Compilation Album: Wicked: The Soundtrack Outstanding Soul/R&B Song: Residuals - Chris Brown
Yahoo
23-02-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Kamala Harris Urges Collective Action in Troubled Time at NAACP Image Awards: 'We Have No Illusions About What We Are Up Against'
Former vice president and 2024 Democratic presidential candidate Kamala Harris received a hero's reception, including multiple standing ovations and enthusiastic applause, at the 2025 NAACP Image Awards, where she was on hand to receive the Chairman's Award. Seated in the audience with husband Doug Emhoff, Harris was introduced by NAACP board of directors chair Leon W. Russell. More from The Hollywood Reporter 2025 NAACP Image Awards: Winners List (Updating Live) Spirit Awards: Justin Simien Shares Plan for "Stopping the White Nationalist Coup Taking Over This Country" Mikey Madison Thanks Sean Baker While Accepting Spirit Awards Win: "I'm So Grateful That You Came Into My Life" 'Against impossible odds, she gave America a campaign that was a force of nature,' Russell said of Harris' 2024 presidential bid, which saw her ascend to the top of the Democratic ticket in late July after President Joe Biden ended his re-election effort. 'No one else could've accomplished what she did, and no one else is more deserving of our gratitude.' Harris, of course, ultimately lost the general election to the Republican candidate, President Donald Trump. However, she received more than 75 million votes after a campaign that lasted roughly 100 days. While Harris' political future remains unknown, she's been discussed as a potential candidate for California governor in 2026. There's also the possibility she could run for president again in 2028. Since leaving office last month, she returned to her home state of California where she's been seen helping the Los Angeles communities recover from the devastating wildfires. She was among the star-studded attendees of the FireAid benefit in L.A. last month. The 2025 NAACP Image Awards also marks her first major TV event since she left office. Russell called Harris a 'leader on the causes that truly matter, a strong voice for the powerless and a fighter for all of us,' who 'will continue to be an inspiration for generations to come.' After a highlight reel of her career, in which the show announcer described her as the 'first woman from our community' to become a major political party presidential nominee, said that she 'won' her Sept. 10 debate against Trump and thanked her for giving people 'the promise of a new dawn and better tomorrow,' Harris took the stage to accept her award. After her second standing ovation (the first came when Russell named her as the recipient of this year's honor), Harris, sporting a black pantsuit, identified herself as a 'proud lifetime member of the NAACP.' After that, she spoke about the organization's origins, bringing it forward to the present day. 'This organization came into being when our country struggled with greed, bitterness and hatred,' she said in part. 'Those who forged the NAACP, those who carried its legacy forward had no illusions about what they were up against, how stony the road would be.' 'But some look at this moment and rightly feel the weight of history,' she said. 'Some see the flames on our horizons, the rising waters in our cities, the shadows gathering over our democracy, and ask, 'What do we do now?' But we know exactly what to do, because we have done it before, and we will do it again.' She continued, 'We organize, mobilize, educate and advocate. Our power has never come from having an easy path. Our strength flows from our faith — faith in God, faith in each other, and our refusal to surrender to cynicism and destruction. Not because it is easy but because it is necessary. Not because victory is guaranteed, but because the fight is worth it.' She added, 'While we have no illusions about what we are up against in this chapter in our American story, this chapter will not be written simply by whoever occupies the Oval Office or by the wealthiest among us. The American story will be written by you, by we the people.' Harris closed her remarks with remarks befitting a longtime political leader, saying, 'God bless you and may God bless America.' The Chairman's Award recognizes people who have excelled in public service and leveraged their platforms to drive meaningful change. It has previously been given to such figures as Samuel L. Jackson, Tyler Perry, Danny Glover, Ruby Dee, Amanda Gorman, Rev. James Lawson, then-Senator Barack Obama, former Surgeon General Regina Benjamin and members of Congress such as Bennie G. Thompson, Maxine Waters and the late John Lewis. The 56th NAACP Image Awards, hosted by Deon Cole, is taking place Saturday night at the Pasadena Civic Auditorium, with the ceremony airing on BET and CBS at 8 p.m. Best of The Hollywood Reporter Most Anticipated Concert Tours of 2025: Billie Eilish, Kendrick Lamar & SZA, Sabrina Carpenter and More Hollywood's Highest-Profile Harris Endorsements: Taylor Swift, George Clooney, Bruce Springsteen and More Most Anticipated Concert Tours of 2024: Taylor Swift, Bad Bunny, Olivia Rodrigo and More
Yahoo
23-02-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Cynthia Erivo Puts a Wickedly Stylish Twist on the Pinstripe Suit for the NAACP Image Awards
Cynthia Erivo meant business with her latest red carpet look! On Saturday, Feb. 22, the actress and singer, 38, stepped out to the NAACP Image Awards at the Pasadena Civic Center in California wearing a pinstripe power suit. Her sharp look featured a long, double-breasted black blazer with white stripes and matching black pants with a subtle flare. Underneath the blazer, Erivo wore a crisp white dress shirt with a black tie. The Wicked star accessorized with three pins on the lapel: a red flower with a silver stem, a gold and silver cross and a gold star-like design. She also wore chainlink earrings and a pair of black sunglasses. The actress had her signature long nails on display, this time decorated with elaborate white and black designs with swirls of different shades of green as well as rhinestones. Related: See all the Stars Arriving at the 2025 NAACP Image Awards Erivo is up for two awards at the awards show: entertainer of the year and outstanding actress in a motion picture for her performance as Elphaba in Wicked. The Broadway star is known for her head-turning fashion moments and dramatic acrylic nails. At the 2025 Critics Choice Awards on Feb. 7, Erivo continued her recent red carpet streak in a skin-baring Armani Privé Haute Couture black gown that appeared to consist of a low-cut peplum vest with beaded embellishments and a column skirt. She complemented the ensemble with a dreamy take on the classic French tip style featuring pastel blue accents and gold embellishments. ! Related: Cynthia Erivo Talks Her 'Wild and Insane' Wicked Journey as She's Named Harvard's Hasty Pudding Woman of the Year On Sunday, Feb. 16, Erivo stepped out to the 2025 BAFTA Awards at London's Royal Festival Hall. She wore a custom figure-hugging white Louis Vuitton dress with a floral lace pattern and statement neckline. The actress accessorized with an array of dazzling Tiffany & Co. jewels and, of course, a manicure to match. Never miss a story — sign up for to stay up-to-date on the best of what PEOPLE has to offer, from celebrity news to compelling human interest stories. This has been a big week for Erivo. On Feb, 19, the American Theatre Wing and the Broadway League announced that she would host the 2025 Tony Awards. "I am so proud and excited to take on this glorious honor," she said in a statement. "I am looking forward to ushering the theater community at large through a night that celebrates the wonderful performances we have witnessed throughout the year. I hope I can rise to the occasion." On Feb. 18, it was announced that the Tony winner will play the role of Jesus in the Hollywood Bowl's 2025 production of Jesus Christ Superstar. Erivo expressed excitement for her new role on her Instagram Stories. 'Just a little busy this summer,' she wrote alongside a wink face emoji. 'Can't wait!!' Per the Hollywood Bowl website, the show will run from Aug. 1 to Aug. 3. While other cast members will be announced at a later date, the production will be directed and choreographed by Sergio Trujillo. Stephen Oremus will also conduct and direct the music. Read the original article on People
