Last weekend was a dedication to Black Love. Hundreds of you gathered in LA for the Black Love Summit on Saturday and then we honored some pillars of love at the inaugural Black Love Honors on Sunday. Viola Davis & Julius Tennon were our ICON Honorees and they did not disappoint.

“They know the real revolution is not a physical one, that’s why there is no revolution without art, there’s no revolution without imagination and there’s no revolution without Black Love.” Kendrick Sampson has used his voice and platform to leverage the culture and experiences of Black people in America with a desire to know history, make change, and lead. Honoring him with the Community Impact Award was a no brainer for us, and well deserved. Thank you, Kendrick, for your activism and all that you do for us, WE SEE YOU!!

Are y’all done crying? Okay us too. Thank you @niecynash1 for gracing us with your beautiful words and sharing your love and heart with us as host and honoree at the inaugural. Sometimes you don’t know what’s coming for you down the line but have faith that if you’re starting in your truth, whatever it is...IS meant for you!

Love takes sacrifice, Love takes learning, and sometimes love doesn’t always work out how you imagined. We honored @devonfranklin with the Black Love Honors Wellness Award for his commitment to constantly uplifting others physically, mentally, and spiritually. But, as he accepted, he left us with a word about loving yourself and staying true to who you are when you even when it’s hard. Building a meaningful relationship within is the best foundation for love to find you and for it to thrive. Thank you DeVon!

Honoree Warryn came out in representation for him, and his wife Erica Campbell to accept the Partnership award. The Campbells have been married for 21 years, and continuously show us a beautiful example of love and partnership. Warryn honors his parents who have been together for 47 years, in helping guide his marriage and setting the example. Thank you, @warryncampbell & @imericacampbell, for accepting this award. We appreciate the example you have been in our lives and you are constantly showing up for Black Love!