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The NAACP Image Awards was established to give recognition to individuals and other entities who have contributed to a positive depiction of Afro-Americans in literature and the performing arts. Awardees are chosen from among recommendees of other artists, managers or companies. The Image Awards were launched on Oct 22, 1961 to honor Sammy Davis, Jr. for his efforts to ensure fair employment terms for Afro-American entertainers in Hollywood. The awards were initiated by entertainment and business professionals who believed that Blacks were discriminated against and unfairly portrayed in Hollywood.
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The annual NAACP Image Awards, which honor African American talent in the entertainment industry and literature, form an important event which is nationally televised. The ceremony was not held in 1995 due to financial losses but will be held on Apr 6, 1996. Compared to previous programs, the 1996 program will feature many additional categories. Subscribers of The Crisis magazine and NAACP members will be included in the voting process. Often seen as a yardstick to measure the progress of the industry, the awards will be telecast by Fox Television on prime time.
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Blacks are gaining importance and making their presence felt in the Hollywood film industry after decades of struggle. The involvement of blacks at all levels of film making and ownership in the film industry has increased. African Americans hold many positions in the film industry, ranging from the middle to the senior levels. According to Regina Jones, 1969-74 was the period of black exploitation films, when many films depicting blacks in primary roles were made. NAACP has for a long time protested against the negative portrayal of blacks in films.
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