Sean "Diddy" Combs is set to receive the 2020 Grammy Salute to Industry Icons award during the annual pre-Grammys party next month, Billboard reports.
The hip hop pioneer and business mogul will be honored at the pre-Grammy Gala on Saturday, January 25, 2020, the evening prior to the 62nd annual Grammy Awards.
âItâs personally so gratifying that Sean âPuffyâ Combs is this yearâs icon. He fully deserves this wonderful recognition,â said Clive Davis, co-host of the pre-Grammy Gala. âFrom his past innovative and creative contributions right from the very inception of the hip hop revolution, to his many memorable appearances at the pre-Grammy Gala as both speaker and performer, itâs all come full circle. I couldnât be happier for Sean as a dear friend and colleague.â
In a statement, Diddy spoke of his close bond to Clive, saying, âClive Davis and Arista Records gave me a chance when I was starting Bad Boy Records, he was one of the first industry executives to really believe in me. Iâm forever grateful for him." He added, "To be honored at this yearâs pre-Grammy Gala and receive the Industry Icons Award is truly a blessing.â
President/CEO of the Recording Academy Deborah Dugan also spoke highly of Diddy, saying, âFor nearly three decades, Diddy has fused his boundless creativity and sharp entrepreneurial spirit to create timeless art and build brands and institutions that have shifted our global music culture."
She continued, Diddy âwas an early reminder of musicâs unifying ability to flip our perceptions and broaden our connections to all corners of the world. Over the years, Diddy has persistently empowered other music creators and weâre honored to celebrate his culture-shaping impact at this yearâs Pre-Grammy Gala.â
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