12th Annual Truth Awards Don Lemon | Lifetime Achievement Award

On March 21, 2026, Don Lemon—award-winning journalist, veteran television news anchor, and media trailblazer—was honored with the prestigious Lifetime Achievement Award at the 12th Annual Truth Awards, held at the historic Beverly Hilton Hotel in Beverly Hills, CA. Watch his powerful acceptance speech and celebration of journalistic integrity, resilience, media independence, and unapologetic self-expression. ✨ SUPPORT THE TRUTH AWARDS MISSION ✨ Your contributions directly fund our youth mentorship programs and academic scholarships. 👉 Text TRUTHAWARDS to 53555 to Donate (Msg & data rates may apply.) 🏆 ABOUT THE HONOREE Don Lemon is an absolute force in modern journalism. From his decade-long run anchoring prime-time news to his current independent work as the host of The Don Lemon Show, he has spent his career at the forefront of the American conversation. The Lifetime Achievement Award honors Don’s fearless commitment to truth-telling, his boundary-breaking career as an openly gay Black anchor in mainstream news, and his enduring dedication to amplifying the stories that shape our culture. 🎥 ABOUT THE TRUTH AWARDS Presented by Better Brothers LA and powered by ViiV Healthcare, the Annual Truth Awards is a premier national celebration honoring the outstanding achievements of the Black LGBTQ+ community while supporting the educational pursuits of LGBTQ+ youth. 🌐 CONNECT WITH US Subscribe for more exclusive clips, honoree speeches, and behind-the-scenes content! Website: https://www.thetruthawards.com/ Instagram: @betterbrothersla @thetruthawards #DonLemon #LifetimeAchievementAward #TruthAwards #TruthAwards2026 #BlackLGBTQ #TheDonLemon Show #Journalism #LiveYourTruth #BetterBrothersLA