Courtesy Saint Heron Solange is “beyond humbled” to be named the first recipient of the Lena Horne Prize for Artists Creating Social Impact.
The award — named after the iconic actress, singer, and social activist — “honors artists creating social impact with their platform and who inspire the next generation of change-makers.” It will be presented to Solange February 28, 2020 at The Town Hall in New York City, and Solange will perform at the event.
“I will never forget being a young girl and the impact of hearing the great Lena Horne so radiantly and powerfully singing the words ‘believe in yourself’ from that remarkable moment
