Virtual Awards announcement schedule
February 23 – February 25 | 8PM ET/5PM PT
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Monday, February 23rd
Categories:
- Outstanding Literary Work – Biography/ Autobiography
- Outstanding Literary Work – Non-Fiction
- Outstanding Literary Work – Instructional
- Outstanding Literary Work – Journalism
- Outstanding Literary Work – Debut Author
- Outstanding Literary Work – Fiction
- Outstanding Literary Work – Poetry
- Outstanding Literary Work – Children
- Outstanding Literary Work – Youth/Teens
- Outstanding Literary Work – Graphic Novel
- Outstanding Short-Form Series or Special – Reality/Nonfiction/Documentary
- Outstanding Digital Content Creator – Gaming/Tech
- Outstanding Digital Content Creator – Fitness/Wellness/Food
Tuesday, February 24th
Categories:
- Outstanding Short-Form Documentary (Film)
- Outstanding Short-Form (Live Action)
- Outstanding Short-Form (Animated)
- Outstanding Soul/R&B Song
- Outstanding New Artist
- Outstanding Female Artist
- Outstanding Male Artist
- Outstanding International Song
- Outstanding Jazz Album
- Outstanding Gospel/Christian Song
- Outstanding Gospel/Christian Album
- Outstanding Duo, Group or Collaboration (Traditional)
- Outstanding Duo, Group or Collaboration (Contemporary)
- Outstanding Original Score for TV/Film
- Outstanding Album
- Outstanding Music Video/Visual Album
- Outstanding Hip-Hop/Rap Song
- Outstanding Soundtrack/Compilation Album
- Outstanding Podcast – Scripted/Limited Series/Short Form
- Outstanding Podcast – News and Information
- Outstanding Podcast – Lifestyle/Self-Help
- Outstanding Podcast – Arts, Sports and Entertainment
- Outstanding Podcast – Society and Culture
Wednesday, February 25th
Categories:
- Outstanding Children’s Program
- Outstanding Animated Series
- Outstanding Character Voice-Over Performance (Television)
- Outstanding Character Voice-Over Performance (Motion Picture)
- Outstanding Stunt Ensemble (Television or Motion Picture)
- Outstanding Independent Motion Picture
- Outstanding International Motion Picture
- Outstanding Documentary (Film)
- Outstanding Cinematography in a Motion Picture
- Outstanding Editing in a Motion Picture or Television Series, Movie, or Special
- Outstanding Breakthrough Creative (Motion Picture)
- Outstanding Ensemble Cast in a Motion Picture
- Outstanding Variety (Series or Special)
- Outstanding Guest Performance
- Outstanding Writing in a Comedy Series
- Outstanding Writing in a Drama Series
- Outstanding Writing in a Television Movie or Special
- Outstanding Directing in a Comedy Series
- Outstanding Directing in a Drama Series
- Outstanding Directing in a Television Movie or Special
- Outstanding Breakthrough Creative (Television)
- Outstanding Supporting Actress in a Television Movie, Limited–Series or Dramatic Special
- Outstanding Supporting Actor in a Television Movie, Limited–Series or Dramatic Special
- Outstanding Host in a Reality/Reality Competition, Game Show or Variety (Series or Special) – Individual or Ensemble
- Outstanding Reality Program, Reality Competition or Game Show (Series)