EBONY Reveals 2026 Power 100 Honorees Ahead of Hollywood Gala
The 2026 EBONY Power 100 list has officially arrived, spotlighting a diverse cohort of leaders across business, entertainment, and STEM. Under the theme 'The Stories We Shape,' the selection emphasizes narrative ownership and the continued influence of Black excellence in defining the cultural and economic landscape of the present day.
The honorees will be celebrated during an invitation-only gala on November 9 at the Hollywood Palladium. Produced in partnership with the Emmy-winning Jesse Collins Entertainment, the evening follows a structured schedule starting with a 5 p.m. red carpet, followed by the awards ceremony and a late-night reception.
This year's roster spans multiple categories, from the Junior Bridgeman Business Vanguard—named for the founder of EBONY's parent company—to the Generation Next and STEM Trailblazers cohorts. Notable figures appearing on the list include Alicia Keys, Swizz Beatz, Jay-Z, Megan Thee Stallion, and tennis star Naomi Osaka. Executives such as Byron Allen and Warner Bros. Television Group chairman Channing Dungey also feature prominently, alongside digital pioneers like Marques Brownlee. According to CEO Eden Bridgeman, the list is designed to ensure that Black voices remain at the center of defining the collective future through their respective fields.
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