On Wednesday, Anthony Edwards and his friend Nick Maddox presented the inaugural Believe That Awards. This unique award show aimed to create a relaxed environment reminiscent of a barber shop or living room.
Categories and Highlights of the Believe That Awards
The Believe That Awards featured an array of diverse categories. Notable awards included:
- White Boy of the Year
- Hidden Gem
- Reporter of the Year
- Woman of the Year
- They Got Next
- Hater of the Year
- Artist of the Year
- Sneaker of the Year
- Legacy Award
The Legacy Award honored Mara Wilson, renowned for her role in the classic film “Matilda.”
Winners and Misses
The evening began with Timothée Chalamet winning the coveted White Boy of the Year award. Chalamet’s impressive filmography and his passionate support for the New York Knicks made him a fitting choice. He expressed gratitude during his acceptance speech, mentioning the trailblazers who paved the way for him.
In a competitive category, the Hater of the Year award was unusually not awarded to a single individual. The nominees included Noah Lyles, Skip Bayless, Charles Barkley, and Magic Johnson. Ultimately, they all shared the title, which reflects the close competition among them.
Jon Krawczynski, recognized as the only Minnesota journalist nominated for Reporter of the Year, faced disappointment as he did not take home the award. Shams Charania from ESPN was the recipient instead. Krawczynski expressed his honor at being nominated and set his sights on future accolades.
Sneaker of the Year Winner
The night concluded with the Sneaker of the Year award. As expected, all nominations went to the AE 1 sneakers, with the winner being the striking all-gold version. These sneakers were released following Edwards and Team USA’s gold medal win at the 2024 Paris Olympics. The upcoming AE 2 is already generating excitement for the next awards.
The Believe That Awards showcased a fun and unconventional approach to recognizing talents across various fields. With a blend of humor and genuine appreciation, the event clearly left an impact on attendees and nominees alike.
