Halle Berry and Tyler Perry host 40th NAACP Image Awards on FOX

Academy Award winner Halle Berry and screenwriter/actor Tyler Perry will host the 40TH NAACP Image Awards, broadcast live from Los Angeles’ historic Shrine Auditorium, Thursday, Feb. 12 © Bob Charlotte / PR PhotosThe event coincides with the NAACP’s 100th anniversary.Previously announced honorees include Former Vice President Al Gore and Dr. Wangari Muta Maathai, who will both receive the Chairman’s Award.“We are extremely honored to have former Image Awards winners Ms. Halle Berry and Mr. Tyler Perry host this historic event,” said Image Awards Chairperson Clayola Brown. “Halle and Tyler have broken many barriers in the entertainment industry. In this historic centennial year, their successes remind us of the immense progress that has been made in the last 100 years and gives us continued hope for the progress that our nation will achieve in the future.”“This year’s show will air February 12, which is the 100th Anniversary of the NAACP to the day,” added NAACP Hollywood Bureau Executive Director Vicangelo Bulluck, who serves as executive producer of the awards telecast. “This year's Image Awards is not just a special event, it is an historic occasion, and I hope all Americans will tune in. With Halle and Tyler as our hosts, I know our viewers are going to get a spectacular show.”Nominations for the annual awards show that recognizes the artistic achievements of people of color and honors projects and individuals that promote diversity in the arts will be announced Wednesday, Jan. 7 in Los Angeles. Performers and presenters will be announced shortly..