^{Celebrating Inclusive Storytelling and Disability Representation in Digital Media}

Los Angeles, CA — November 4, 2025 — The Able Show, the groundbreaking talk show produced by and for creatives with disabilities, proudly announces that it has won Best Independent Digital Talk Show at the 9th Annual Hollywood and African Prestigious Awards (HAPAwards). The nomination, initially announced in August 2025, recognized the show’s innovative approach, authentic storytelling, and commitment to amplifying voices often underrepresented in media. The win represents a significant milestone for the dedicated and inclusive production team at Dream Magic Studios.

_{Gathering of the Greats}

On November 1, 2025, stars and industry icons gathered at the Wilshire Ebell Theatre in Los Angeles for the official HAPAwards presentation ceremony, celebrating achievements in film, television, digital media, and philanthropy.

Among the evening’s highlights, legendary actor and director Bill Duke (Car Wash, Menace II Society, Predator) received one of the event’s top honors, presented by Lawrence Hilton-Jacobs (Welcome Back Kotter, Cooley High) and Richard Lawson (How Stella Got Her Groove Back, For Colored Girls).

The red-carpet audience was filled with A-list entertainers, filmmakers, and supporters of inclusive media, including:

• Martin Lawrence (Bad Boys franchise, Martin)
• Glynn Turman (A Different World, The Wire, Ma Rainey’s Black Bottom)
• Meagan Good (Harlem, The Best Man, Think Like a Man) and her partner
• Jonathan Majors (Creed III, Loki, The Last Black Man in San Francisco)
• Richard Lawson (How Stella Got Her Groove Back, For Colored Girls)
• Ty Granderson Jones (Not Dead Yet, Raven’s Home)
• Cisco Reyes (All Night, Don’t Let Go)
• Clyde R. Jones (director of The Able Show; CSI: Miami, The Shield)

Also in attendance were international media figures, cultural leaders, and representatives from the African diaspora, highlighting the event’s global impact.

_{About the HAPAwards}

The Hollywood and African Prestigious Awards (HAPAwards) honor artists, entertainers, and community leaders worldwide for their exceptional contributions to film, television, music, and humanitarian service. Founded to bridge the entertainment industries of Hollywood and Africa, the HAPAwards celebrate cultural diversity, creative excellence, and global investment in inclusive storytelling.

The 2025 ceremony, themed “Driving Global Investment and Cultural Integration,” highlighted the power of media to unite audiences and amplify the voices of underrepresented individuals.

_{About The Able Show}

Produced at Dream Magic Studios, The Able Show has emerged as a national model for inclusive entertainment. Created by executive producer Davina Douthard, the show highlights the talents and stories of individuals with disabilities while providing real-world production training through Polishing The Professional and The Able Media Lab. With 88 episodes, celebrity guests, and over one million views, The Able Show continues to prove that creativity knows no limits.

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