National Action Network to Celebrate Black Excellence at Triumph Awards

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Written and Photos By: Bill Allen

The National Action Network will host its 16th Annual Triumph Awards on Nov. 6, 2026, at historic Carnegie Hall in New York City, honoring Black leaders and trailblazers whose contributions have made a lasting impact across a range of industries.

Established by the New York-based civil rights organization, the Triumph Awards recognize outstanding achievements in the arts, business, civil rights and entertainment. The awards were created to highlight and elevate a broader range of role models for communities of color, extending recognition beyond the worlds of sports and entertainment to include influential figures whose leadership and accomplishments inspire future generations.

This year's ceremony follows a consequential midterm election that could mark a historic moment for Black political representation, including the potential election of Georgia's first Black woman governor and an increase in the number of Black members of Congress to a level not seen since Reconstruction.

The 2026 honorees include musician Jadakiss; Emmy Award-winning daytime talk show host Tamron Hall; Lonnie G. Bunch III, former secretary of the Smithsonian Institution; philanthropist and business leader Robert Greene; and acclaimed actress Lynn Whitfield.

Through the annual awards, the National Action Network continues its mission of recognizing individuals whose accomplishments, influence and commitment to their communities help shape the nation's cultural, political and social landscape.