Michael B. Jordan Wins Entertainer of the Year at NAACP Image Awards

The Sinners star also took home awards for Best Actor in a Movie and other honors.

Published on Mar. 2, 2026

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Actor Michael B. Jordan was named Entertainer of the Year at the NAACP Image Awards ceremony held in Pasadena, California on Saturday. Jordan also won the award for Best Actor in a Movie for his role in the film Sinners, which also took home several other honors including Best Picture, Best Ensemble, and awards for writing, directing, and more.

Why it matters

The NAACP Image Awards celebrate achievements by people of color in the entertainment industry, recognizing outstanding performances and productions that provide positive portrayals and meaningful narratives. Jordan's multiple wins highlight his rising star power and the critical acclaim for his work in the acclaimed film Sinners.

The details

In addition to Jordan's Entertainer of the Year and Best Actor awards, his Sinners co-stars Miles Caton, Wunmi Mosaku and Delroy Lindo won for Best Breakthrough Performance, Best Supporting Actress and Best Supporting Actor respectively. The film itself was named Best Picture and its cast earned the award for Best Ensemble. Sinners also won several other technical awards including for writing, directing, stunt ensemble, cinematography, soundtrack, score and costume design.

  • The NAACP Image Awards ceremony took place on Saturday, March 1, 2026 in Pasadena, California.

The players

Michael B. Jordan

An American actor known for his roles in films such as Creed, Black Panther, and the recently released Sinners, for which he won multiple NAACP Image Awards.

Miles Caton

An actor who had a breakthrough performance in the film Sinners, for which he won the NAACP Image Award for Best Breakthrough Performance.

Wunmi Mosaku

A British actress who won the NAACP Image Award for Best Supporting Actress for her role in the film Sinners.

Delroy Lindo

A veteran actor who won the NAACP Image Award for Best Supporting Actor for his performance in the film Sinners.

Cynthia Erivo

An English actress who won the NAACP Image Award for Best Actress in a Movie for her work in the film Wicked: For Good.

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What they’re saying

“I'm honored and humbled to be recognized by the NAACP for my work in Sinners. This film means so much to me and I'm grateful to have been part of such an incredible project.”

— Michael B. Jordan (NAACP Image Awards Broadcast)

The takeaway

Michael B. Jordan's multiple wins at the NAACP Image Awards, including the prestigious Entertainer of the Year honor, solidify his status as one of the leading actors of his generation and highlight the critical acclaim for his powerful performance in the film Sinners.