At the 2022 People’s Choice Awards, Lizzo walked away with fairly the consideration: the “People’s Champion Award!” Additionally, the “Rumors” singer acquired the award from none aside from her mom, Shari Johnson-Jefferson.
17 Activists Get A Shoutout From The People’s Champ
While introducing her daughter to the stage, Shari proudly famous that Lizzo “has shown us all that we don’t have to conform to anyone’s standards in order to be happy.”
Upon being welcomed and receiving the consideration, Lizzo went on to offer a short private acknowledgement earlier than sharing the highlight with different change-makers.
“To be an icon isn’t about how long you’ve had your platform. Being an icon is what you do with that platform. And ever since the beginning of my career, I’ve used my platform to amplify marginalized voices. So, tonight I am sharing this honor. Make some noise for the people, y’all!”
She then proceeded to welcome 17 activists to the stage, together with Shirley Raines, Amariyanna Copeny (aka Little Miss Flint), and Tamika Palmer—Breonna Taylor’s mom.
One by one, Lizzo went by means of and gave a short description of all of the activists’ causes, exhibiting she really needed to honor real-life champions for the folks. Eventually, she wrapped up by exclaiming, “Power will always be to the people!”
🎶 In case no person informed you right this moment, you are particular 🎶@lizzo is your 2022 People’s Champion! 🌟 #PCAs pic.twitter.com/iwhfyiLFDo
— NBC Entertainment (@nbc) December 7, 2022
At this level, we should always add that studies started surfacing final month that Lizzo would obtain the consideration. According to Variety, Cassandra Tryon—a higher-up at NBCUniversal Television and Streaming—defined the choice by praising Lizzo’s advocacy.
“She leads with kindness, advocates for inclusivity and champions increased diversity and equity in the industry and beyond. Her commitment to breaking barriers and empowering others to use their own voices to create change makes her a true ‘People’s Champion.’”
Lizzo Was Just Recognized As TikTookay’s Top Hitmaker Of 2022
Lizzo notably acquired the People’s Champion Award on the exact same day that TikTookay offered her with an honor of its personal.
As The Shade Room beforehand reported, the social media platform named Lizzo its #1 “Hitmaker” of the 12 months. Other stars who acquired a shoutout within the class embrace Bad Bunny, Doja Cat, and Selena Gomez, whereas artists like Ice Spice, GloRilla, and Muni Long had been included within the “Emerging Artists” part.
.@Lizzo is ranked because the #1 largest hitmaker artist on TikTookay in 2022! pic.twitter.com/Mq82BsTIBj
— Lizzo Charts (@chartslizzo) December 6, 2022
Lizzo acknowledged her accolade on Twitter by succinctly referring to herself as a “viral sensation.”
Viral sensation https://t.co/mrASEPCtZT
— FOLLOW @YITTY (@lizzo) December 6, 2022
Shoutout to each Lizzo and her mom, Shari Johnson-Jefferson!