LOS ANGELES, CA — Blac Chyna, now professionally known as Angela White, was recognized with the Transformative Entrepreneur of the Year Award during the inaugural BET Weekend Black Excellence Gala, held June 26, 2026, at the Globe Theatre in downtown Los Angeles.
The gala brought together leaders from entertainment, music, business, and community organizations to celebrate individuals whose work has made a meaningful impact both professionally and beyond. The evening featured award presentations, live entertainment, networking opportunities, and recognition of those who have demonstrated leadership, innovation, and service within their respective industries.
Accepting the award before a star-studded audience, White reflected on her personal and professional journey, speaking about the importance of growth, resilience, and embracing new opportunities. She also shared updates on her current music and entrepreneurial ventures while encouraging attendees to remain focused on their purpose and continue pursuing their goals despite life’s challenges.
White was recognized for transforming her career into a successful business enterprise, earning the honor through her entrepreneurial accomplishments and commitment to personal reinvention. Over the past several years, she has expanded beyond entertainment into business ventures while publicly documenting her journey of personal growth, inspiring millions of followers around the world.
The Black Excellence Gala celebrated individuals whose contributions continue to shape the entertainment industry and their communities. In addition to White, the evening honored music executive Jeff Blue and Grammy Award-winning producer RoccStar, among other distinguished recipients recognized for their achievements and influence.
Held during BET Weekend in Los Angeles, the inaugural event served as a celebration of excellence across entertainment, entrepreneurship, and community leadership, bringing together artists, executives, media members, entrepreneurs, and industry professionals for an evening recognizing those making a lasting impact.
Presence News attended the event to document the celebration and speak with attendees throughout the evening as BET Weekend festivities continued across Los Angeles.
