Serving as the host of the 56th NAACP Image Awards, Deon Cole opened the night with a hilarious monologue that poked fun at Kanye West and his wife's latest controversies.
- February 24, 2025
AceShowbiz - Deon Cole ignited the Pasadena Civic Auditorium with laughter as he took the stage to host the 56th NAACP Image Awards. His signature wit and irreverence set the tone for the evening.
In his opening monologue, Deon poked fun at Kanye West's recent controversies and his equally notorious wife, Bianca Censori. He kicked off the night by humorously leading the audience in a comedic prayer.
"Lord, we ask you to bless Kanye West and cover him. He went from making wonderful beats to swastika t-shirts, and Lord, we just want you to cover our brother Kanye," he said. "And while you're covering him, cover his wife too, Lord. ... Bless her with a scarf, or a bow tie, or a ribbon or something!"
The crowd erupted in laughter as Cole continued to deliver zingers. His monologue came after Kanye lit up the internet with his Grammy antics and launched into racist and anti-Semitic rants.
Cole's comedic brilliance had the audience rolling in their seats, making the NAACP Image Awards filled with A-listers such as Cynthia Erivo and Kerry Washington a night to remember.
