Reid’s speaking appearance at the luncheon came about three days after MSNBC’s abrupt restructuring resulted in the termination of her show, The ReidOut. Speaking about Black women, she told the crowd on Thursday that “our history is at risk of being stolen away.”

The 2025 ESSENCE Black Women in Hollywood Awards is an annual celebration that honors pioneering and talented Black women in Hollywood – both in front of the camera and behind the scenes. ​Taking place on Feb. 27 at Fairmont Century Plaza Hotel in Los Angeles, California, the event will celebrate its 18th year as ESSENCE …

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Essence Black Women In Hollywood red carpet brought out our favorite it girls for a night of Black excellence.

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Don Lemon, Ben Crump, and others spoke out on Reid's departure amid MSNBC's programming changes and concerns over Black representation in media.

Joy Reid poked fun at her recent cancellation and exit from MSNBC at the 2025 Essence Black Women in Hollywood Awards. The former MSNBC host made an appearance at the award show on Feb. 27 in Los Angeles.