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2019 MTV Awards: Game Of Thrones, Avengers ‘Endgame’ Emerge Top Winners
Nominated Avengers ‘Endgame’ and Game of Thrones have emerged top winners at the 2019 MTV Movie and Television Awards. Game of Thrones and Avengers carted away The Best Show and Best Movie categories respectively.
Avengers and game came out on top with three wins, while Game of Thrones scored one at the event on Monday night. Lady gaga won Best performance in a movie for her role in ‘A Star is Born’, while Elizabeth Moss won Television equivalent for the ‘Hand maid’s Tale”.
Full List of Winners
Best movie: Avenger ‘Endgame’
Best Comic Performance: Dan Levy (David Rose) Schitt’s Creek
Break Through Performance: Noah Centino (Peter Kavinsky) “To all the Boys pve Loved Before”
Best Performance on a Show: Elizabeth Moss (June Osborn offered) “The hand maid’s Tale”.
Best Documentary: Surviving R. Kelly.
Best Kiss – Noah Centineo and Lana Condor
Best performance in a movie: Lady Gaga (Ally (“A Star is Born”).
Best fight – Captian Marvel Vs Minn Eyva
Best Host – Nick Canon ‘wild and out’
Most frightened performance: Sandra Bullock (malorie ) “Bird Box”.
Reality Royalty: ‘Love & Hip hop Atlanta’
Most memorable moment: The Bachelor Colton, Underworld jumps the fence”
Best Show: Game of Thrones.
Best Villain: Josh Brolin (Thanos) Avengers Endgame.
Best Real life Her O: Ruth Bader Girls burg ‘RBG’Best musical moment: A star is born – Shallow.
Recall that last episode of HBO show Game of Thrones broke records with 19.3 million views. According to reports, the final episode of the shows got the highest view with millions of viewers tuning in despite mixed reactions from fans.
The previous record holder was the season four premiere of the sopranos in 2002 which drew 13.4 million across HBO, HBO-Go and HBO Now, the conclusion of the show made a mega hit of 19.3 million viewers across HBO, HBO Go and HBO Now.
Also, its been recorded that 13.6 million people watched the telecast on HBO making it single telecast in HBO history. Game of Thrones also overtook the Bill haderled comedy Barry 2.7 million mils across HBO plat forms from the season finale.
One of the complaints about the eighth and final season by fans was its pacing and its treatment of previous character/developments, while the first six seasons of show contained 10 episodes. Season seven had only seven episodes and eight had six as over 800 fans signed petitions to show discontent.
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Stephanie Linus, First Black Recipient Of Lennox K. Black Prize
The Lennox K. Black International Prize for Excellence in Medicine is a prestigious accolade awarded by Thomas Jefferson University, recognising outstanding individuals.
The actress was honoured with the Lennox K. Black International Prize for Excellence in Medicine by Thomas Jefferson University in America in recognition of her outstanding contributions to social activism and impact through her work.
This remarkable achievement, they said, highlights her dedication to societal well-being and marks her as the first Black recipient of this distinguished award.
The Tide Entertainment reports that the Lennox K. Black International Prize for Excellence in Medicine is a prestigious accolade awarded by Thomas Jefferson University, recognising individuals who have made significant contributions to the medical field, promoting scientific discovery and advancements.
Named after Lennox K. Black, a Canadian manufacturing executive known for his philanthropic efforts and service on various boards, including Thomas Jefferson University, the prize celebrates excellence in medical innovation and global contribution to health and medicine.
The actress is renowned for her activism and impactful work in areas concerning women’s health and rights, including her efforts to combat issues like fistula and gender-based violence.
According to the award organisers she has been instrumental in bringing about social change through her films and campaigns. They added that her work extends beyond borders, affecting lives and policies internationally, embodying the spirit of the Lennox K. Black International Prize.
On receiving the award, Stephanie expressed her gratitude and reaffirmed her commitment to using her platform for social good.
“This recognition goes beyond me; it is for all the women and girls fighting for a healthier, safer world. It amplifies our message and our work. It strengthens my resolve to continue advocating for gender equality, social justice, and improved maternal and reproductive health in Africa,” she said
Susan Aldunge, Interim President of Thomas Jefferson University, admired the actress, saying, ‘‘Your ability to educate while humbly addressing the cultural obstacles impeding progress for young women is commendable. Your intelligent, personal take on the necessary human rights changes has deeply impacted all lucky to encounter you. Congratulations once more on this well-deserved award and the acknowledgement of your efforts.’”
Ms Aldunge further said that Thomas Jefferson University, a leader in medical education and research, hosts the award to underscore its mission of improving lives through innovation in health care.
‘‘The university is proud to honour Stephanie Linus, whose work aligns with Jefferson’s values of creativity, collaboration, and compassion in pursuing excellence in medicine and beyond.
“Awarding the Lennox K. Black International Prize to Stephanie Linus celebrates her achievements and signals a broader recognition of the importance of social activism in medicine and health,” she added.
“Her pioneering efforts continue to inspire and effect change, paving the way for a healthier, more equitable world’’.
Stephanie, who was named Chairperson of the Nigerian Official Selection Committee (NOSC) for the Best International Feature Film (IFF) category of the Oscars in August 2023, is best known for her 2015 advocacy movie ‘Dry’, which tells the story of a 13-year-old girl whose parents marry her off to a 60-year-old man, with devastating consequences.
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‘I’ll Continue To Ask For My Balance’ – Phyna reacts.
Ilebaye’s revelation came just after Phyna had publicly called out the organizers for withholding some of her prizes.
Phyna, who revealed this to Newsmen insinuated that Ilebaye broke the gender code by announcing that she got her full prize money.
She also stressed that she would continue to demand for her balance, stating that she worked hard for the money during the show’s 72-day duration.
“I believe I should at least get what I worked so hard for 72 days. You all suddenly remembered your alert screenshots and IG Live………… Common……one among others is 1BTC which is over 80m in today’s market.
“To those who got their money in full
I’m happy for you. As a poor man’s child, let me ask for my money and other items remaining.,” She added.
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