Dave Chappelle Receives 2025 NAACP President's Award

Dave Chappelle will receive the President’s Award at the 56th NAACP Image Awards on February 22, making him the first comedian to be honored with this accolade. The award recognizes Chappelle's significant achievements and his role as a powerful voice of social consciousness, as articulated by NAACP President Derrick Johnson. Chappelle’s humor has sparked discussions on complex political issues, despite some controversies surrounding his jokes about the transgender community in recent years. The ceremony will air live from the Pasadena Civic Auditorium on BET and CBS, and this year's broadcast will be extended to 2.5 hours. Chappelle's accolades include six Grammy Awards and the Mark Twain Prize for American Humor, underscoring his impact in the comedy landscape. The NAACP Image Awards will also highlight support for communities affected by recent wildfires.