Shining a spotlight on the voices, talents and visionaries who are shaping the future of entertainment and making a meaningful difference in their communities.

I am honored, grateful and humbled for these incredibly prestigious awards. Here’s to diversity, acceptance, love and inclusion in the world!”

— Fawn

HOLLYWOOD, CA, UNITED STATES, September 3, 2026 /EINPresswire.com/ — Hollywood celebrated an inspiring evening of diversity, inclusion, creativity and achievement at the first annual Diversity News Magazine Awards on Saturday, August 22, 2026, from 4:00 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. at the Barnsdall Gallery Theatre, located at 4800 Hollywood Blvd. in Los Angeles.

Hosted by Nancy Salim, Esteban Steven Escobar, Dawna Lee Heising and H.E. Dr. Nathalie Beasnael, the glamorous evening featured a Hollywood red carpet, live musical performances, a fashion show, pageant coronation and hors d’oeuvres, creating an unforgettable celebration of talent and achievement.
This star-studded event brought together an impressive gathering of entertainers, recording artists, filmmakers, journalists, media professionals, designers, community leaders, artists, advocates and changemakers from across the entertainment and creative industries to celebrate individuals making a meaningful impact through diversity, inclusion, creativity, professional excellence and community involvement, shining a spotlight on those who continue to inspire and create positive change.

Among the evening’s distinguished honorees were acclaimed Hollywood Walk of Fame icon and Young and The Restless actress Kate Linder and Billboard-charting musician and singer-songwriter Fawn, who were recognized for their continual outstanding contributions and achievements. Kate Linder won the award for “Legendary Actress,” while Fawn took home the awards for “Voice-over Artist of The Year” and “Performer of The Year.”

Kate Linder said, “Thank you so much for this incredible recognition, I am humbled and honored.” Fawn said, “I am honored, grateful and humbled for these incredibly prestigious awards.” When asked what her favorite moment of the evening was, Fawn explained, “Watching my talented friend Pepper Mashay absolutely own the stage with her incredible presence and vocals!”

The unforgettable evening reached its grand finale with the official Diversity Pageant USA 2026 coronation, a fitting close to a celebration dedicated to empowerment, representation and inclusion.

With each honoree and celebrated achievement, the Diversity News Magazine Awards shines a spotlight on the voices, talents and visionaries shaping the future of entertainment and making a meaningful difference in their communities.

View the complete list of 2026 award recipients and categories:
https://diversitynewsmagazineawards.com/awardees/

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