The star-studded evening raised $5 million for the World Famous Apollo Theater
Celebrities, executives, and some of Harlem’s finest convened at The Apollo Theater’s Spring 2025 Benefit on Wednesday to celebrate legendary music executive Clive Davis and multihyphenate entertainer Teyana Taylor. A tribute was also held for late Apollo Theater Chairman Richard “Dick” Parsons, a corporate titan who served as chairman and CEO of both Citigroup and Time Warner.
The evening began with a pre-ceremony to honor Davis’ induction into the historic theater’s Walk of Fame. Later, the iconic record producer was honored with the Legacy Award for his colossal contributions to Black music and culture. The award was presented by Monica, who signed to Davis’ J Records in 2000, and Kenny “Babyface” Edmonds, with whom Davis and L.A. Reid cofounded LaFace Records.
“Black music is an essential part of American popular culture. There is no single institution that has done more to champion the truth of Black music than the Apollo Theater,” said Davis in his acceptance speech about the New York City landmark. For nearly 100 years, the cultural cornerstone has served as a centerpiece of Black music, culture, and artistry in the heart of Harlem…