 Lou Gossett, Jr. Receives Men of Honor and Distinction Award
From Blacknews.com - October 15, 2007
Esteemed Actor Joins Business Giants Byron Lewis, Percy Sutton, and Former Congressman Louis Stokes for the Second Annual Awards Event Honoring African-American Men
New York, NY - Legendary actor Lou Gossett, Jr. has been named a recipient of this year’s American Legacy magazine’s Men of Honor and Distinction Awards, the magazine announced today. Gossett will join other honorees Byron Lewis, founder of UniWorld Group, Percy Sutton founder and Chairman Emeritus of New York-based Inner City Broadcasting, and, Former Congressman Louis Stokes during a ceremony to be held in New York City next month.
An actor whose acting career spans five decades, Gossett has garnered a multitude of awards including an Oscar, multiple Golden Globes, Emmy’s and People’s Choice Awards. World-renowned for his strong character in his performances such as in the groundbreaking ABC mini-series “Roots", "An Officer and a Gentleman" and the adventure series "Iron Eagle," organizations such as the NAACP, CARE, and the United States Armed Forces have used his likeness as a symbol to validate their causes with integrity and commitment.
"American Legacy is very pleased that Mr. Gossett is one of the 2007 Men of Honor and Distinction honorees. He, along with all of this year’s honorees, stands for everything this award represents: commitment, honor and distinction,” said Rodney J. Reynolds, founder and publisher, American Legacy.
Previous recipients of the American Legacy Men of Honor and Distinction Awards include: David Dinkins, Earl Graves, John Hope Franklin, Willie Mays, and Bill Russell. The American Legacy’s Men of Honor and Distinction Awards were established in 2006 to pay tribute to African-American men whose pride, determination, and brilliance has inspired and empowered generations. The American Legacy Men of Honor and Distinction Award mirrors the magazine’s signature Women of Strength & Courage Awards—now approaching its ninth year—both events feature a panel discussion between New York area high school students and the event’s honorees.
About American Legacy Magazine
American Legacy Magazine (www.americanlegacymag.com) is distributed nationwide to over 2 million readers through black churches, educational and cultural institutions. Also available on newsstands and through paid subscriptions, American Legacy is a joint venture between RJR Communications Inc. and Forbes Inc. Other brands include: American Legacy Woman; American Legacy Healthcare Advantage; American Legacy, Jr. and American Legacy TV.
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