HU Exclusive: Stars Come Out To Play At The 3rd annual Griot Gala Oscars After Party

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HU Exclusive: Stars Come Out To Play At The 3rd annual Griot Gala Oscars After Party

Hollywood Unlocked was in the building for The 3rd annual Griot Gala Oscars After Party Sunday February 9 at Ocean Prime, Beverly Hills.

The prestegious evening Shonored David Steward II who won the Oscar for Best Animated Short “Hair Love” in a historic moment for the film’s creative team at Lion Forge Animation on Sunday night. Griot Gala honorees also included Emmy Award-Winning actor Michael K Williams (known for his roles in The Wire, Boardwalk Empire, Bessie and When They See Us), Peter Luo, CEO of Starlight Culture Entertainment — the company behind Crazy Rich Asians, and award-winning actress Vanessa Bell Calloway. Every year the Griot Gala celebrates diversity and inclusion while recognizing outstanding achievement in the arts and entertainment Industry.

Hundreds of elite guests attended the event including MJ Rodriguez (Pose), Trevor Jackson(Grown-ish and Superfly), Joe Torry (actor/comedian), Michael Coyler (comedian), Glynn Turman (Cooley High, A Different World, The Wire), Judge Greg Mathis, Amina Buddafly (Love and Hip Hop), Renee Lawless (Tyler Perry’s The Haves and the Have Nots), Jimmy Wong and more.

The packed event featured a VIP Courvoisier XO lounge as well as complimentary cocktails from Beam Suntory’s portfolio and curated dinner, hors d’oeuvres and desserts from the award-winning Ocean Prime Beverly Hills restaurant. Attendees danced the night away to the lively soundtrack provided by DJ Kenway Live of 102.3 KJLH Radio.

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