The vibes were high and the melanin was aglow as BOSSIP hosted its inaugural Summer Soirée at Spaceman Atlanta, toasting to three brilliant Black women shaping culture and breaking barriers. The event was filled with industry tastemakers, cinema sizzlers, and, of course, a baddie buffet of breathtakingly beautiful Baes.
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The evening’s centerpiece was the presentation of the inaugural “BOSSIP Baes” awards, honoring three women who are unapologetically themselves and making major moves in their respective fields.
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Actress Taylor Polidore-Williams was crowned the Leading Lady Bae for her magnetic talent and ability to embody powerful roles.
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“Whether she’s bringing complex characters to life or repping Black excellence in Hollywood, Taylor is proof that the leading lady role isn’t just something you play — it’s something you embody. She’s bold, she’s brilliant, and she’s blazing her own trail,” said BOSSIP’s Managing Editor Dani Canada about the Beauty In Black star.
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Then, digital powerhouse Ami McClure was celebrated as the Social Superstar Bae for building a legacy that goes far beyond likes.
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“She’s built a platform that’s not only stunning to scroll through, but it’s uplifting, inspiring, and connecting people across the globe. Whether she’s dropping gems about motherhood, business, or just living fabulously, Ami is a true digital powerhouse,” said Managing Editor Dani Canada about the superstar super mom.
Lastly, media force Lore’l was honored as the Media Maven Bae for her sharp, witty voice that fearlessly shapes cultural conversations.
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“When it comes to having your finger on the pulse of the culture, Lore’l stays ten steps ahead and ten toes down. From radio to podcasts to TV, her voice is sharp, witty, and unafraid and THIS is exactly what makes her a media force to be reckoned with.”
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Beyond the honors, the room was filled with notable guests from across the entertainment world and beyond.
Attendees included Memphis rapper Duke Deuce, singer and content creator Jerrilyn Lake, attorney Jasmine Robinson, actress Giovonnie Samuels, and influencers like Supapeach…
Tomisha Jessup, Taylor “Hungry Homegirl” Paige, Kira Oliver, and Shod Santiago. The guest list also featured industry tastemakers such as Chef Jernard Wells…
Guests savored a mouthwatering menu that included a carving station with NY strip steak, alongside savory sides like garlic mashed potatoes, mixed veggies, and a variety of appetizers, including spinach and artichoke phyllo, wings, and shrimp cocktail.
The signature cocktail menu was equally impressive, with specialty sips like the BOSS Sip (a whiskey sour), the Thirst Trap margarita, and the fruity Lychee BAE-tini.
As the awards concluded, the event’s official DJ, DJ Wally Sparks, kept the energy high as guests continued to mix, mingle, and celebrate the incredible women who were honored.
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