The URBAN ONE HONORS are back with a superstar lineup of honorees!
It’s a celebration you won’t want to miss! Experience The Soundtrack of Black America at the 2022 #UrbanOneHonors presented by @TMobile premiering MLK Day only on @tvonetv. pic.twitter.com/ZLDHYPPvTR
— TV One (@tvonetv) December 31, 2021
This year’s tribute show premiering Monday, January 17, 2022, Martin Luther King, Jr. Day, on TV One and Cleo TV, carries a theme of “The Soundtrack of Black America” and will honor the followings stars with the following awards:
Jimmy Jam and Terry Lewis, Lifetime Achievement;
This show will be epic, don't say we didn't warn you! 🔥 On MLK Day, we're honoring musical legends, including chart-topping production duo @JamAndLewis! Don't miss the Urban One Honors: The Soundtrack of Black America, premiering Monday, Jan. 17 at 8P/7C only on TV One. pic.twitter.com/303mVJaBrZ
— TV One (@tvonetv) January 4, 2022
Timbaland, Music Innovation;
.@timbaland is a legend, and we're here to honor him along with all of your favorites! You don't want to miss the 2022 Urban One Honors: The Soundtrack of Black America, premiering MLK Day at 8P/7C only on TV One. #UrbanOneHonors #TheSoundtrackOfBlackAmerica pic.twitter.com/bPGRUqBAmR
— TV One (@tvonetv) January 3, 2022
Gamble and Huff, Living Legends;
And it doesn't stop! Songwriting and production duo Gamble and Huff will be honored at #UrbanOneHonors: The Soundtrack of Black America, premiering MLK Day at 8P/7C only on TV One! #TheSoundtrackOfBlackAmerica #GambleAndHuff pic.twitter.com/hM5VNUZElX
— TV One (@tvonetv) January 6, 2022
Tasha Cobbs Leonard, Inspirational Impact;
.@TashaCobbs shares appreciation for those who influenced her, and we can't wait to see that outpouring of love on #TheSoundtrackOfBlackAmerica! The Grammy-winning songstress is gracing the stage at the 2022 #UrbanOneHonors, premiering MLK Day on TV One. pic.twitter.com/rzebD4KaUb
— TV One (@tvonetv) December 29, 2021
and Oscar, Grammy, and Emmy Award-winning Jennifer Hudson, Entertainment Icon.
We’re keeping them coming! You can’t miss this. The legendary @IAMJHUD will be honored during Urban One Honors: The Soundtrack of Black America! 🔥 Tune in on MLK Day at 8P/7C only on TV One! #JenniferHudson #UrbanOneHonors #TheSoundtrackOfBlackAmerica pic.twitter.com/MikOT9mGHf
— TV One (@tvonetv) January 5, 2022
The magically melanated awards show will be hosted by Grammy Award-winning singer, songwriter, and producer Ne-Yo and wireless provider T-Mobile, America’s 5G leader with the largest, fastest, and most reliable 5G network, serves as Presenting Sponsor of the celebration.
.@NeYoCompound has worn many hats in his career, and this one is another perfect fit! Don't miss him hosting the 2022 #UrbanOneHonors, premiering MLK Day only on TV One. 🎶 pic.twitter.com/homffgk9PZ
— TV One (@tvonetv) December 22, 2021
Previously announced presenters for the 2022 URBAN ONE HONORS include Jermaine Dupri, Marlon Wayans, and Vashawn Mitchell, alongside performances by Inspirational Impact honoree Tasha Cobbs-Leonard, H.E.R., and Tank.
With vocals like that, focusing on H.E.R. is easy! ✨ You don't want to miss an amazing performance from @HERMusicx at the #UrbanOneHonors, premiering MLK Day at 8P/7C only on TV One. #TheSoundtrackOfBlackAmerica #HERMusic pic.twitter.com/VPGFT8LvsU
— TV One (@tvonetv) December 27, 2021
The only thing sweeter than @TheRealTank’s voice is the story behind his name. Catch his performance on #TheSoundtrackOfBlackAmerica at the 2022 #UrbanOneHonors, premiering MLK Day at 8P/7C only on TV One. pic.twitter.com/1KCHuApzWQ
— TV One (@tvonetv) December 24, 2021
Additionally, TV & Radio Personality Eva Marcille will host a special backstage pass segment, featuring exclusive interviews with the show’s honorees, performers, and presenters. Tony McCuin serves as Director with Kim Burse on board as Musical Director.
The URBAN ONE HONORS premiere Monday, January 17, 2022, Martin Luther King, Jr. Day, on TV One and Cleo TV, will YOU be watching?
URBAN ONE HONORS is presented by TV One and Radio One’s Washington D.C. market’s cluster of radio stations: Majic 102.3 and 92.7, WKYS 93.9, Praise 104.1, WOL 1450 & 95.9, and Spirit 1340. The televised event heralds the accomplishments of individuals who have made extraordinary contributions in entertainment, media, music, education, and the community.
URBAN ONE HONORS is Executive Produced by Eric Tomosunas and Robert A. Boyd, II of Swirl Films. Marilyn Gill is the show’s Executive Producer. Kashon Powell is the Vice President of Programming for Radio One and Susan Henry is the Executive Producer in Charge of Production for TV One.
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