Legendary Broadway actress Ruby Dee receiving her 2011 McDonald’s 365Black Award from Academy AwardÂÂ�® nominated actress and ceremony co-host Angela Bassett in New Orleans at the Essence Music Festival. Photo

From: Photo Flash: Blige, Dee et al. Honored at 365Black Awards

Continuing its long-standing support and connection to the African-American community, McDonald's�® recognized a distinguished list of five prominent African-Americans who influence and inspire greatness through outstanding community service at the 2011 365Black�® Awards. This year's 365Black Awards were co-hosted by nationally syndicated radio personality Tom Joyner and Academy Award�® nominated actress Angela Bassett and were held Friday, July 1, 2011 at 12:30 p.m. in New Orleans, La., at the start of the Essence Music Festival weekend.