The D’CEM AWARDS—Distinguished Creative Empowerment Merit Awards—is a globally recognized brand that celebrates excellence across diverse industries. Founded in 2009 by Debby Classique Entertainment Magazine, D’CEM has consistently empowered rising stars and celebrated legendary figures, particularly within the entertainment sectors of music and film.
Originally launched in Nigeria, D’CEM AWARDS quickly rose to prominence by spotlighting excellence in movies, music, fashion, community leadership, arts, and culture. In 2016, the brand expanded its global reach and was officially relocated to the United States, where it is now a fully registered American award brand. The founder and CEO of D’CEM Awards and publisher of Debby Classique Magazines is Dr. Debby Goodnews Silas.
Since 2017, the D’CEM AWARDS has been hosted annually in the U.S.A., bringing together top talents, change-makers, industry legends, and cultural icons under one inspiring spotlight Its core mission remains strong:
To empower communities, elevate talents, support education, and bridge the gap between industries and cultures.
What D’CEM AWARDS Stands For:
Distinguished
Creative
Empowerment
Merit
Award
D’CEM AWARDS is proudly owned and produced by Debby Classique Entertainment Magazine LLC, a powerhouse in global entertainment, empowerment, and storytelling—also known for publishing the influential Debby Classique Magazine.
Whether you’re a movie icon, music legend, rising star, or a community trailblazer, D’CEM AWARDS is your platform to be seen, heard, and celebrated on a global stage
D’CEM AWARDS — Bridging Greatness Across the Globe.
The Glamours Award by D’CEM
In addition to the flagship D’CEM AWARDS, the organization also proudly presents D’CEM The Glamours Award, held annually to foster unity between Africans and African-Americans. This award celebrates:
Community leaders
Positive change-makers
Philanthropists and humanitarians
Emerging talents and rising stars
Each year, the Glamours Award crowns with an African name, a Queen or King who symbolizes unity and represents the bridge of love, oneness, culture, and mutual respect between the African and African-American communities.
Over the years, numerous African-American queens have been crowned to serve as living symbols of this cultural bond, deepening D’CEM’s commitment to connection, empowerment, and celebration of heritage.
For decades, D’CEM and its associated awards have recognized and honored:
Veteran Nollywood actors and actresses
Nigerian music and film stars
American legends and rising stars
International talents from the Latino, Jamaican, and broader global communities
D’CEM AWARDS continues to shine as one of the world’s most respected and far-reaching award brands, documenting greatness and empowering generations across the globe.
