Writer, producer, director, and studio owner Tyler Perry received the Apollo Theater’s highest honor and gave the historic institution a major gift in return.
July 13 marked the grand return of the world-famous Apollo Theater‘s annual Spring Benefit Concert and Awards Gala, meant to raise funding for the Harlem landmark. The theater had been completely closed for much of the pandemic, and only recently began opening its doors for a few select shows and events.
Hosted by Kenan Thompson, the event featured performances from The Roots, Kamasi Washington, Stephanie Mills, and Anthony Hamilton, and saw Perry presented with the Impact Award recognizing the influence he has had on the Hollywood industry for Black creators and performers in particular.
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