The annual celebration will recognize the best in Soul, R&B and Hip-Hop from legends to the next generation. 2018 breakout star, H.E.R. leads the nominees for this year’s awards, followed closely by last year’s top winner, Bruno Mars & Cardi B both with six nominations each. Other nominees include SZA who garnered 5 nods, Ella Mai, Daniel Caesar, and each garnered 4 nods for this year’s awards. Four-time Grammy award®-winning, singer-songwriter, artist, director/producer, holistic healer, activist, and mother Erykah Badu, is set to receive the Legend Award. Tisha Campbell is best known for her starring roles in the hit television series, Martin and My Wife and Kids. Most recently, she starred in the comedy series, Dr. Ken, alongside Ken Jeong. Her film credits include, Spike Lee’s School Daze, Another 48 Hoursand the House Party franchise.
Tichina Arnold is currently starring alongside Cedric the Entertainer in the hilarious comedy series, The Neighborhood. She is also known for her starring role in the popular series of the 90’s, Martin. Other TV credits include Everybody Hates Chris and Happily Divorced.