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*“Girls Trip” breakout star Tiffany Haddish continues to win 2017 with news that she will receive the Rising Star Award at the 2018 American Black Film Festival Honors ceremony.
In addition, film legend Billy Dee Williams will be given with the Hollywood Legacy Award and “Power” star Omari Hardwick will receive the Distinguished ABFF Alumni Award at the February 25 gala, which will take place at the Beverly Hilton hotel.
Hosted by actor and comedian Cedric The Entertainer, the show celebrates individuals of African descent who have made distinguished contributions to American culture through their work, and salutes the year’s best movies and television shows.
The group joins previously announced filmmaker Ava DuVernay, who will be honored with the Industry Visionary Award.
The event is executive produced by ABFF Ventures founder Jeff Friday and Suzanne de Passe for de Passe Entertainment.
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