Paris Nicole, a Richmond, VA native began her career at 16 years old as an intern at a local radio station.This experience and unique exposure ignited her passion for broadcasting and defined her career trajectory. Paris went on to graduate from Hampton University with a Bachelor of Arts degree in Broadcast Journalism.
Paris Nicole has interviewed some of the hottest stars in the entertainment industry such as Rick Ross, Boris Kodjoe, Angela Bassett, Kerry Washington, August Alsina, and Trey Songz, just to name a few.
Paris is a captivating presence on and off the air. Her talent and insight has been featured in top media outlets, such as XXL, Bossip, Centric, Vibe and MTV. She also served as the official host of Virginia for President Barack Obama‘s “DJs for Obama”campaign in 2012.
Serious about using her talent and influence to impact lives, Paris, known throughout Richmond as “The Fly Chick,” also serves as a community advocate with her “Fly Kids Coat Drive,” “Fly for Prom,” and “Fly for School” campaigns.
Paris Nicole is currently the Assistant Program Director and Midday Personality on WPHI Boom 103.9 Philly. @PARISNIC0LE
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The BET Awards aired on Sunday night (June 28) and the virtual event was a combination of musical performances and video acceptance speeches.
The winner for Best Female R&B/Pop artist went to Lizzo, who in her acceptance speech celebrated the ladies who she shared the nomination with.
Beyonce, H.E.R, Jhene Aiko, Khelani, and Summer Walker were up for the honor. Lizzo thanked Beyonce for “everything she’s done for Black culture,” she then talked about being a winner over the past years of attending the BET Awards event though she didn’t take home a trophy until this year.
“As long as you’re winning in life, that’s all the trophy you need,” encouraged Lizzo.
