202 845 9884
royaltyheritageawards@gmail.com
1629 k St NW # 300 Washington, DC 20006

ROYALTY HERITAGE AWARDS 2026
WHO'S WHO KINGS & QUEENS

Red Carpet Event – Washington, DC SATURDAY, JANUARY 17, 2026

Washington, DC is home to the annual Royalty Heritage Awards – Who’s Who Kings & Queens We are dedicated to recognizing and celebrating individuals and organizations for their exceptional commitment to preserving and promoting our collective cultural heritage through the Royalty Heritage Awards. Louis Diene Faye Foundation, www.ldffoundation.org, works tirelessly to identify and commend those who go above and beyond in protecting our national identity. Our awards serve as a testament to the power of dedication, skill, and passion in ensuring our heritage continues to thrive and connect us to our roots.

Theme

Own Your Strength, Lead with Vision, and Let Your Greatness Shine The core message focuses on:

Honor the legacy, Embrace the future. Walk in Majesty, for you are Kings and Queens.

Empowerment
Rise with power - Embrace your strength
Intention
Move with purpose - Advance with intention
Confidence/Self-Worth
Shine with pride- Radiate confidence
Affirmation
You are great! - You are exceptional!

Honorees

NEW - AUSTIN CHIMA
AUSTIN CHIMA

CHIMA MOVIE EMPIRE

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MICHAEL LEWIS - FLYER - HONOREE
Michel Lewis Mcbride

EXCELLENCE IN MINISTRY LEADERSHIP

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NEW - JOSEPH NGWA
JOSEPH NGWA

ANCESTRAL, MASTER DRUMMER

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HONOREE - CHEICK HAMALA DIABATE - FLYER
CHEICK HAMALA DIABATE

GRAMMY NOMINEE WORLD MUSICIAN

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NEW - DR TONYA 2
DR. TONYA GIPSON MILLER

EXCELLENCE IN MINISTRY LEADERSHIP

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NEW - JUANITA WYNN
JUANITA WYNN

GRAMMY AWARD-WINNING SINGER-SONGWRITER

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NEW - OMAR RAFIK - NOMINATION (1)
Omar Rafik

LIFE DEPICTED PRODUCTIONS

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RAY - HONOREE - FLYER
ESTLE LEWIS-MCBRIDE
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About Us

ROYALTY Heritage – Who’s Who Kings & Queens is an esteemed heritage event and ceremony created to recognize and celebrate the remarkable achievements and significant contributions of Africans and individuals of African Descent visionaries, leaders, pioneers and role models who shape our community and inspire future generations.

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Our Mission

The mission of the Royalty Heritage – Who’s Who Kings & Queens is to honor, recognize, celebrate, and preserve the rich tapestry of African culture and history by presenting awards that recognize outstanding individuals and organizations for their contributions to excellence, leadership, community, and heritage.

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Our Vision

Our vision for Royalty Heritage – Who's Who Kings & Queens is to establish a premier heritage event and ceremony that recognizes, celebrates, and spotlights the extraordinary achievements and significant contributions of African and African Descent visionaries, leaders, pioneers, and role models, thereby shaping our community and inspiring future generations.

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Address
1629 k St NW # 300 Washington, DC 20006
Email Address
royaltyheritageawards@gmail.com
Phone Number
202 845 9884