2025 NAACP Image Awards: Keke Palmer is Still That Girl
Keke Palmer has always been a force of nature, but 2024 proved she’s truly unstoppable. She effortlessly balanced her multifaceted talents while dominating every corner of the entertainment industry.
This year, Keke not only graced the big screen in “One of Them Days” with SZA but also expanded her literary repertoire with the release of her second book, Master of Me: The Secret to Controlling Your Narrative, an empowering guide that solidifies her status as a modern-day role model.
Topping it off, the actress earned a NAACP Image Awards 2025 nomination for Entertainer of the Year, standing tall among powerhouses like Cynthia Erivo, Kendrick Lamar, Kevin Hart, and Shannon Sharpe.
Whether on screen, in print, or on the red carpet, the veteran star continues to prove why she’s the industry’s ultimate power player.
She starred in a must-watch film of the year
Keke kicked off 2024 with a bang, starring in the buddy comedy, “One of Them Days,” opposite Grammy Award-winning singer SZA.
After her boyfriend steals her rent money, Alyssa (SZA)and her roommate Dreux (Keke) scramble to beat the clock, fend off eviction, and preserve their friendship. Whether she’s making us laugh or pulling at our heartstrings, KeKe’s range proves there’s no role she can’t conquer.
A guest judge appearance on “RuPaul’s Drag Race All Stars”
When Keke stepped into the judge’s seat for the “Drag Race All Stars” episode "Drag Queens Save the World" with host RuPaul, she brought her signature humor, charisma, and unfiltered honesty. The star has previously been a judge on season three of Max’s popular voguing reality competition series “Legendary.”
She launched her second book
The actress and author took her motivational prowess to the next level in 2024 with the release of her second book, Master of Me: The Secret to Controlling Your Narrative. Packed with personal stories and practical advice, the book has quickly climbed the bestseller lists.
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She honored Usher with a show-stopping tribute
Keke’s tribute to Usher at the BET Awards 2024 was a moment to remember. Taking the stage with confidence and flair, she performed a medley of his greatest hits while paying homage to his legacy as one of R&B’s biggest stars. The performance was a masterclass in talent and grace, proving again why she’s nicknamed Keke “Keep a Bag” Palmer.
Watch the NAACP Image Awards live on Saturday, February 22, 2025, at 8:00 pm ET/PT on BET.
