A Night of Excellence: OWN and NAACP Unite to Celebrate Black Voices Impacting the Community

Astrid Ruiz December 4, 2025 2 minutes read

LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA – DECEMBER 01: (L-R) Alaina Saulsberry, Roe Pichardo, La’Torria Lemon, Chloe Cook, Christopher Fletcher, Nell Fletcher, La Tisha Scott, Marsau Scotta, Destiny Peyton, President of OWN Tina Perry, Thomas Miles, Carlos King, Iyanla Vanzant, Maurice Scott, Kimmy Grant Scott, Amber Stevens, Latricia Reedus, Ken Lee, Corbin Reid, LeBrina Jackson and Muneera Page attend A Night of Celebration with OWN on December 01, 2025 in Los Angeles, California. (Photo by Gonzalo Marroquin/Getty Images for OWN)

IYANLA VANZANT, CARLOS KING, TOMMY MILES AND OWN’S STARS SHINE BRIGHT AT CELEBRATION

OWN and the NAACP came together on Monday, December 1 to host a dazzling and deeply meaningful celebration. This exclusive, private event at The Aster Club served as a true celebration of partnership, community, and the power of content that positively shapes the culture. The night successfully brought together OWN’s President, Tina Perry, along with special guest Iyanla Vanzant from Iyanla: Fix My Life, Amber Stevens West and Corbin Reid from The Christmas Showdown, the host of Ready to Love Tommy Miles, acclaimed cast members from OWN’s hit series Love & Marriage: Huntsville, and executive producer, Carlos King, its freshman series from Jesse Collins Entertainment Heart & Hustle: Houston,as well as key NAACP members and press for an evening of shared appreciation.

The excitement began immediately as attendees walked a glamorous black carpet, experiencing the star treatment firsthand. The celebration was officially kicked off with inspiring remarks from OWN’s President, Tina Perry, emphasizing the shared mission of uplifting diverse voices and impactful narratives.

LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA – DECEMBER 01: (EDITORS NOTE: This image has been retouched.) (L-R) Iyanla Vanzant, Telma Hopkins and President of OWN Tina Perry attend A Night of Celebration with OWN on December 01, 2025 in Los Angeles, California. (Photo by Gonzalo Marroquin/Getty Images for OWN)

Guests were immersed in an exclusive VIP experience, featuring specialty cocktails, heavy bites, and a vibrant atmosphere set by DJ Dar.Jar. The venue featured prominent branding and interactive elements, including a dynamic step-and-repeat and a beautiful “Hollywood” portrait station, offering memorable moments for all attendees.

The entire evening was a beautiful display of synergy and collaboration, celebrating the positive impact that OWN’s talented cast and content have on the culture and community. As a special memento of the joyous occasion, attendees were gifted a custom blanket, symbolizing the warmth and connection fostered by this important partnership between OWN and the NAACP.