Feb 27

Feb 27 The Duke and Duchess of Sussex attend 53rd NAACP Image Awards

On Saturday evening, the Duke and Duchess of Sussex attended the 53rd NAACP Image Awards. The NAACP Image Awards are presented by the National Association for the Advancement of Colored People (NAACP) to honor outstanding performances.

The Duke and Duchess of Sussex received the President’s Awards for their commitment to public service. In their speech, Prince Harry said: “I think it's safe to say that I come from a very different background from my incredible wife, yet our lives were brought together for a reason. We share a commitment to a life of service, a responsibility to combat injustice, and a belief that the most often overlooked are the most important to listen to."

They also announced that they will now collaborate with the NAACP to award the NAACP-Archewell Digital Civil Rights Award. Its first recipient is Dr. Safiya Noble, the cofounder of the UCLA center for critical internet inquiry. About the new award, the Duchess of Sussex said: “This is the era of the digital justice movement. We are proud to partner with NAACP and each of you to translate the vital efforts of those who came before us to the modern challenges that exist ahead of us.”

The Duchess of Sussex wore a Christophe John Rogers gown with new Aquazzura sandals (with thanks to @WhatMegWore). She paired the outfit with new Alexis BIttar earrings (with thanks to @WhatMegWore), her Cartier bracelet, and Diana’s bracelet.

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