Meghan Markle and Prince Harry was at the 53rd annual NAACP Image Awards last night ya’ll!
The Duke and Duchess appeared on stage Saturday to accept the President’s Award in recognition of special achievement and distinguished public service.
Harry wore a black Ozwald Boateng suit, while Meghan wore a blue dress from Black designer Christopher John Rogers.
Here is an excerpt from their speech:
“It’s inspiring to think about the legacy of the Image Awards, which began shortly after the Civil Rights Act of 1964 and the Voting Rights Act of 1965 were passed into law,” Meghan began. “Today, we can continue that legacy by re-establishing federal voting protections in our country and fulfilling the work of civil rights giants, like the late John Lewis.
Harry added, “Before I begin, we would like to acknowledge the people of Ukraine, who urgently need our continued support as a global community. I also echo the immense gratitude for tonight, both for this award and this community for welcoming me so warmly. I think it’s safe to say that I come from a very different background from my incredible wife, yet our lives were brought together for a reason. We share a commitment to a life of service, a responsibility to combat injustice and a belief that the most often overlooked are the most important to listen to.”
Prince Harry also thanked the Black community for “welcoming me so warmly.”
Doria Ragland, Meghan’s mom was also in attendance.
The couple founded their Archewell Foundation shortly after moving to America to uplift and unite communities… And they’re doing just that!
