Beyoncé was named entertainer of the year at the 50th annual NAACP Image Awards that highlighted works by entertainers and writers of colour. Beyoncé was named entertainer of the year at the 50th annual NAACP Image Awards that highlighted works by entertainers and writers of colour. After Beyoncé accepted the award, the superstar paid homage to the people who were nominated in the same category as her. Beyoncé said: "I'm honoured to be included among all of you, and to be a part of a vital and thriving community." She also performed 'Lift Every Voice and Sing', which is known as the national black anthem, at the festival and donated $100,000 (€89,000) to four black universities shortly after her performance.

Source: Irish Independent April 01, 2019 01:30 UTC