Girl band 4FLAVA looking fabulous at the BEFFTA Christmas reception at Hilton Park Lane, London

Girl band 4FLAVA looking fabulous at the BEFFTA Christmas reception at Hilton Park Lane, London.

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The unique award ceremony that celebrates black and ethnic minority personality in entertainment, film, fashion, television and arts (BEFFTA awards) announced their 2011 date at their exclusive Christmas reception at Hilton Park Lane on 4th December 2010. The 3rd annual BEFFTA awards date was revealed as 22nd October 2011 in the private and intimate gathering hosted by BEFFTA awards founder Pauline Long.  In a very moving speech she said, “We are so grateful for the immense support that we have received from the community despite the fact that we are only moving into our second anniversary. We are hoping to deliver better shows with your support.”

Pauline Long congratulated all winners and nominees of BEFFTA awards for their wonderful contribution in entertainment, film, fashion, television and arts.

BEFFTA Christmas reception was attended by a host of notable personalities in the industry and celebrities including Holby City actor Jimmy Akingbola, art director Greta Mendez, Mahogany models CEO Sola Oyebade, model Prince Nkay, Stedman Pearson of the popular 80’s pop group ‘Five Star’, bigbrother star Makosi, Nollywooduncut.com publisher Dele Onabowu, Jazz sensation Anthony Everest, Art Director Greta Mendez, award-winning fashion designer sibling Asake Oge amongst others.

Meanwhile BEFFTA TV show will officially launch in January on SKY Channel.

BEFFTA awards 2011 public nominations are open. Send your nominations to nominations@beffta.com and for general inquiries email info@beffta.com

Website: www.beffta.com/news