The 39th Annual Stellar Gospel Music Awards, set to take place on July 20th at the Orleans Arena in Las Vegas, promises to be an exceptional celebration for gospel music fans. Co-hosted by the Emmy Award-winning TV personality Loni Love and popular radio personality/comedian Rickey Smiley, this event is touted as “The Greatest Night in Gospel Music.”
Central City Productions has announced the nominees across 36 categories for this year’s Stellar Awards. Among the leading nominees, Tye Tribbett tops the list with eight nominations, followed closely by Pastor Mike Jr. and Ricky Dillard with six nominations each, and Jonathan McReynolds and Erica Campbell, each with five nominations.
Special honors this year include the Aretha Franklin Icon Award, which will be presented to the celebrated artist Kim Burrell, and the James Cleveland Lifetime Achievement Award, which will be bestowed upon GRAMMY and multiple Stellar Award winner Tye Tribbett.
Don Jackson, Founder of the Stellar Awards and Chairman of Central City Productions, expressed his excitement about this year’s ceremony, stating, “The Stellar Awards has always been a beacon of hope and inspiration, celebrating the very best in gospel music. We are thrilled to have Loni Love and Rickey Smiley as our hosts this year, and we know they will bring a special touch of joy and excitement to the evening.”
The awards ceremony is just one part of the broader Stellar Plus week, a fun-filled extravaganza that includes fashion and Afrobeats day events, masterclasses, and more. This week-long celebration offers something for everyone, whether you’re a music enthusiast, a fashion lover, or simply seeking inspiration. The complete list of events and ticket information is available at stellarplusexperience.com.
For those unable to attend in person, the 39th Annual Stellar Gospel Music Awards will premiere on the Stellar Network on August 3rd at 8PM and 10PM EST. The awards ceremony will also be broadcast in syndication from August 10th, 2024, to September 8th, 2024.
Tickets for the Stellar Awards taping are available now at www.stellarawards.com or Ticketmaster.com. This year’s Stellar Awards is sponsored by Procter & Gamble, with presenting sponsorship provided by AT&T, State Farm, McDonald’s, Disney, Walmart, AFLAC, and General Motors.
Don’t miss out on this incredible opportunity to be a part of gospel music history and celebrate the artists who inspire us all. Stay tuned for future announcements and follow @thestellars on Instagram and X, formerly known as Twitter, or ‘Stellar Gospel Music Awards’ on Facebook for the latest news and updates.
For a complete list of the 39th annual nominees and more information, please visit the official Stellar Awards website at stellarawards.com and join the conversation using the hashtag #TheStellars.
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Fharnell M.
