ABFF 2026 Best of Awards: 'Girl Dad,' 'Spilled Milk' Among Winners at 30th Anniversary Festival
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Marcus Jones
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Summary
The American Black Film Festival (ABFF) celebrated its 30th anniversary by announcing the winners of the 2026 Best of ABFF Awards. Hosted by comedian KevOnStage, the event featured a performance by Grammy winner Anthony Hamilton and honored director Steven Caple Jr. with the ABFF Alumni Award. Winners included 'Three Colors: Pan-African,' 'Girl Dad,' and 'Spilled Milk,' highlighting the festival's commitment to independent creators and Black cinema.
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Hosted by New York Times best-selling author and award–winning comedian, KevOnStage, the event included an electric performance by Grammy winner Anthony Hamilton.
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