South African-born comedian Trevor Noah secured three nominations at the National Association for the Advancement of Colored People (NAACP) Image Awards on Sunday, January 12.
The host of the Daily Show was nominated in the Outstanding Writing in a Comedy Series, Outstanding Host in a Talk or News/Information Show, and Outstanding Talk Series categories.
The award show which is aimed at recognizing the achievements of people of colour in TV, music, literature and film and those who promote social justice through creative endeavours will air live on BET on Saturday, February 22.
“Honoured to have The Daily Show nominated for three NAACP Image Awards this year! May everyone we’re up against at least win second place,” an elated Trevor shared on social media.
This news came just right after Trevor lost the Best Comedy Special category at the Critics’ Choice Award to Live in Front of a Studio Audience: Norman Lear’s All in the Family and The Jeffersons.
Kasi Lemmons’ Harriet scored the most NAACP Image Awards nominations of any film with 10, including one for star Cynthia Erivo’s original song featured in the film, “Stand Up.”
