NAACP Image Awards

2011, TV Show

NAACP Image Awards: TV Guide News

Tyler Perry, Grey's and LL Cool J Win at NAACP Image Awards

Mar 5, 2011 11:04 AM ET
by Joyce Eng

LL Cool J

Tyler Perry's For Colored Girls topped the 42nd NAACP Image Awards with three trophies, including Best Picture.

Tyler Perry leads NAACP Image Awards nominations

The film also took home the director and supporting actress awards Friday for Perry and Kimberly Elise, respectively.

Perry had a great night overall: His TV series, Tyler Perry's House of Payne, won ...
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Premiered: March 04, 2011

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Premise: Wayne Brady and Holly Robinson Peete host the 42nd annual gala, which honors achievements by people of color in the arts. Tyler Perry leads the field with 19 nominations. Performers include Dietrick Haddon, Boney James and Mavis Staples with Committed. Surgeon General Regina Benjamin is presented with the Chairman's Award for promoting diversity and community involvement, and Gen. Colin Powell (USA Ret.) receives the President's Award for public service in the cause of civil rights.

Cast
Wayne Brady Host	Holly Robinson Peete Host
Tyler Perry Appearing	Regina Benjamin Appearing
Colin Powell Appearing	Mavis Staples Performer