LONDON — American actress, writer and producer Issa Rae will receive the Pandora Leader of Change Award at the 2024 Fashion Awards on Dec. 2 at London’s Royal Albert Hall.
“Rae’s work has inspired and resonated with people all over the globe, and she is a fierce advocate for civil and women’s rights movements, always championing equality and social justice in her acting and writing,” said Caroline Rush, chief executive of the British Fashion Council.
“She consistently uses her platform to spotlight the lack of diversity in Hollywood and call for more representation in the industry, including seeing people of color behind the scenes. She is wholeheartedly committed to moving conversations forward and bringing voices to life that are usually absent and underrepresented in order to open doors for others,” she added.
Actress and comedian Yvonne Orji, Rae’s “Insecure” costar and close friend, will present the award to the multihyphenate at the ceremony.
Issa Rae attending Vanity Fair’s 2024 Oscars party.
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The Pandora Leader of Change Award honors those dedicated to creating positive international change.
“Through her work acting, directing and producing, Issa amplifies creative voices from her community and beyond, inspiring authenticity and championing inclusivity,” said Berta de Pablos-Barbier, Pandora’s chief marketing officer.
From the award-winning web series “The Misadventures of Awkward Black Girl” to the Emmy and Golden Globe-nominated series “Insecure,” Rae’s work has been celebrated for its representation of Black women.
In 2020, Rae founded Hoorae, a media company dedicated to creating content that champions diverse storytelling. That year, Rae also became a co-owner and face of vegan hair care line Sienna Naturals.
Rae has also worked with the nonprofit organization Destination Crenshaw, a project committed to empowering Black Angelenos.
