Carole Holliday
In her introduction speech, Estelle said, “I remember when voicing an animated character was just a dream for me. Right now I’m living my dream. And this show is all about showing you that you can too.”
Dr. Ayoka Chenzira
The Black in Animation Awards Show ended with comments by
Taylor K. Shaw (Founder & CEO). “We hope this award show has brought you a bit of joy and inspiration as we celebrated together some of the industry Titans who have paved the way,” she said. “I want all of you are watching to remember our value is inherent. We have the power to control and create our ultimate narratives.”
Why A Cartoon Network PSA Is Getting All The Praise
12/09/20 AT 4:42 PM
Cartoon Network is the talk of social media after posting an anti-racism video earlier in December featuring Steven Universe characters.
The network has been receiving praise and thanks from many social media users after posting this public service announcement. Many have just started seeing it circling social media, even though it was released a week ago.
The anti-racism PSAs, which started releasing in October, that were developed by Rebecca Sugar, the creator of Steven Universe, and “O.K. KO! Let’s Be Heroes” creator Ian Jones-Quartey, according to the Los Angeles Times. This one focuses on Pearl, a white teacher, who debunks textbooks.