Glover will be given this honor for “his outspoken support of humanitarian rights across the nation and around the world.”
A native of San Francisco, Glover made his film debut in 1984’s “Places in the Heart,” but gained his first major success in the 1985 film adaptation of Alice Walker’s novel “The Color Purple,” directed by Steven Spielberg.
He is also well known for his roles in the “Lethal Weapon” series of films, and has appeared in several television shows, including “ER” and “Brothers and Sisters.”
Glover has served as a Goodwill Ambassador for the United Nations, and frequently speaks out in favor of economic and social justice around the world.
The daughter of Caribbean immigrants, Tyson grew up in Harlem.
Due to her commitment to only positive portrayals of Black
Later, Tyson had supporting roles in the television miniseries
A native of New Jersey, Brackett is an NFL linebacker for the Indianapolis Colts. A two-time All-South Jersey selection, Brackett went on to serve as captain of the defensive team for Rutgers University.
He was signed to the Colts as a free agent in 2003, and became a starter in 2005 with 127 tackles, three interceptions and a sack. He started for the Colts in their Super Bowl XLI win over the Chicago Bears.
In 2009, Brackett was presented with the Arthur S. Arkush Humanitarian Award, presented to a player who makes outstanding contributions to the community. He operates the Impact Foundation, which provides help to chronically ill children and their families.
Reggie and Tracey Jones have worked in the restaurant industry
They are founders of an annual multicultural holiday event called
