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Ava Duvernay
She was born Ava Marie DuVernay in Long Beach, California. -
How her younger sister Jina DuVernay
Special Collections Librarian at Alabama State University's Levi Watkins Learning Center and serves on the Steering Committee for ASU's National Center for the Study of Civil Rights and African American Culture. -
Sister of Director Ava DuVernay.
Chief Researcher for the Academy Award and Emmy nominated documentary chronicling America's mass criminalization epidemic, 13th. -
Kristopher Maye, her half-brother
He works as a delivery driver and graduated from Stillman College with a degree in Kinesiology and Exercise Science. -
High School
Graduated from Saint Joseph High School in Lakewood -
College
Attended the University of California at Los Angeles, earning bachelor's degrees in English and African American studies -
Denise Amanda Sexton
played a significant role in DuVernay's life, particularly in fostering her love for movies and inspiring her early work, including the film "I Will Follow." She passed away due to breast cancer. -
The Independent Spirit John Cassavetes Award
The award recognizes the film The Middle of Nowhere's director, writers, and producers. -
Awards
Winner of the Directing Award for U.S. Dramatic Film at the Sundance Film Festival. -
Nominated
She was the first Black woman to direct a movie nominated for a Best Picture Oscar with her Martin Luther King Jr. feature film Selma . -
Glamour Award for Film Maker
The award celebrates women who have made significant contributions to the film industry and use their platform to advocate for change. -
Directed-Movies
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Glamour Award for Film Maker
The award celebrates women who have made significant contributions to the film industry and use their platform to advocate for change. -
Critics' Choice Documentary Award for Best Director (TV/Streaming)
Honor the finest achievements in documentary filmmaking and non-fiction television for the 13th. -
Directed- Tv Show
Queen Sugar -
Her stepfather Murray Maye passed away
Her stepfather originally came from Alabama, where as a boy he witnessed the Selma March for African American civil rights in 1965. -
AMD
AMD British Academy Britannia Award -
NAACP Image Award for Outstanding Writing
Dramatic Series recognizes exceptional writing in television dramas Queen Sugar -
Documentary
BAFTA Award for Best movie 13th -
Darlene Maye
Her mother held various positions, including bank teller, human resources manager, and preschool manager. -
The PGA Visionary Vanguard Award
To recognize individuals or companies that have made groundbreaking contributions to the entertainment industry through innovation and vision. It's a combination of the PGA's Vision. -
NAACP Image Award for Entertainer of the Year
Image Award for Entertainer of the Year for the movie origin. -
BET Award for Video Director of the Year
Recognizes outstanding achievement in music video direction." -
The GLAAD Media Award
Excellence in Media is awarded to individuals in the media and entertainment industries who have significantly enhanced the visibility and understanding of the LGBTQ+ community through their work. This recognition honors those who advocate for allyship and promote acceptance of LGBTQ+ individuals and issues. -
The 49th annual NAACP Image Awards
Comedy Series of black-ish. -
Director - Movie
A Wrinkle in Time -
Gotham Independent Film Tribute Award
Presented at the Gotham Awards, recognizing individuals for their outstanding contributions to the film industry. It's not a competitive award, but rather a tribute to those who have significantly impacted independent film and media. -
Glamour Award for The Trailblazer
The award is presented at the Glamour Women of the Year Awards to recognize women who have made significant contributions and broken new ground in their respective fields. It celebrates women who are pioneers, advocates, and role models for others. -
The International Emmy Founders Award
The International Academy of Television Arts Sciences presents a special award to individuals whose creative accomplishments have significantly impacted global television production. -
The Gotham Independent Film Award for Breakthrough Series
Recognize outstanding new television series with episodes longer than 40 minutes. It's one of the Gotham Awards, known for celebrating independent film and television, When They See Us. -
Awards
Global Trailblazer Honoree -
Honoree
Global Trailblazer Honoree -
Motion Picture
NAACP Image Award for Outstanding Directing. Awarded by the U.S.-based National Association for the Advancement of Colored People. -
Biological father
Biological father, Joseph Marcel DuVernay III, originates from the Louisiana Creole. The Profound impact he had on her life. -
Medal
Smithsonian's Great Americans Medal | Ava DuVernay, Tenth Recipient