BEVERLY HILLS, CALIFORNIA – MARCH 30: Sheryl Lee Ralph attends the 10th Annual Truth Awards at The Beverly Hilton on March 30, 2024 in Beverly Hills, California. (Photo by Kayla Oaddams/Getty Images)

As MADAMENOIRE’S social media manager, Tiffany Smith places herself in spaces that move the culture and community forward. Such was the case at Better Brothers Los Angeles (BBLA), in partnership with The DIVA Foundation, under the guidance of the Emmy® Award-winning actress and activist Sheryl Lee Ralph (Abbott Elementary), 10th Annual Truth Awards.

BEVERLY HILLS, CALIFORNIA – MARCH 30: Wendy Raquel Robinson attends the 10th Annual Truth Awards at The Beverly Hilton on March 30, 2024 in Beverly Hills, California. (Photo by Kayla Oaddams/Getty Images)


Wendy Raquel Robinson, the Emmy® Award-winning producer and actress best known for her role as sports agent Tasha Mack on The Game, was chosen to host the landmark event, at the Beverly Hilton Hotel. Smith was able to speak with Sheryl Lee Ralph, who was excited to be one in the number. She said, “How wonderful it is for people to be born the way they are born and come into a space and time when people can love the people they love. All of the people – not just some of the people.”


“We live in a time when human beings can be respected for just being human beings of all different kinds.” I’m so happy that 10 years later we celebrate Better Brothers and the women, too.”

BEVERLY HILLS, CALIFORNIA – MARCH 30: Karine Jean-Pierre attends the10th Annual Truth Awards at The Beverly Hilton on March 30, 2024 in Beverly Hills, California. (Photo by Kayla Oaddams/Getty Images)

White House press secretary, Karine Jean- Pierre was also honored by her peers in social justice. “The recognition of Karine Jean-Pierre is a testament to her unwavering dedication to social justice and equality,” said Sheryl Lee Ralph, Founder of The DIVA Foundation. “Her voice resonates with clarity and purpose, inspiring others to take action in pursuit of a more just
world.” Jean-Pierre was honored with the ‘History Maker’ Award for her exceptional contributions to the LGBTQ+ community and her dedicated work in the civic arena.


“It’s an honor to be here.” Jean-Pierre followed up, “Representation matters and it is so important for young people to see us, to see what we represent.”
The organization is dedicated to supporting the educational goals of young individuals in the Black LGBTQ+ community through its scholarship program. The program provides scholarships ranging from $1,000.00 to $5,000.00.
At the Truth Awards ceremony, ten Truth Awards Scholars were granted scholarships. Since its inception, BBLA has awarded over $250,000 in tuition assistance to deserving students. “This is an opportunity for us to celebrate the outstanding achievements of individuals within the Black
LGBTQ+ community,” said Scott Hamilton, Co-Founder of BBLA.

Until Next Time….