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"Black Radio Exclusive Awards"

Date confirmed in “Los Angeles Times” (“Sunday [May 28, 1989]”)

“Los Angeles Times” (May 30, 1989) (archived)

Super star Michael Jackson was one of the few winners present at the Black Radio Exclusive awards show Sunday at the Universal Amphitheater. Jackson accepted an award for outstanding achievement in pop, rock and soul, and his appearance turned out to be the high point of the evening. The big disappointment to the packed house was that hot young star Bobby Brown didn't show up. In fact, the Brown-oriented crowd booed when Karyn White's "Superwoman" was named best song over Brown's "My Prerogative." Brown was named best male artist, and another no-show, Anita Baker, was picked as best female artist. Two teen favorites--New Edition (best group) and Guy (best new group)--did show up for their awards.

“Jet” magazine (June 26, 1989)

Michael Jackson accepts the Black Radio Exclusive (BRE) Humanitarian Award in recognition of his philanthropic efforts during ceremonies held recently at the Universal Amphitheatre in Universal City, Calif., as actress Tatiana looks on.

Chris Cadman, author, “Michael Jackson the Maestro”

Michael won two BRE awards [in addition to the Humanitarian Award] in 1989; one being presented to him by Tatiana Thumbtzen, the girl from the “Way You Make Me Feel” video:

Triple Crown Award - King of Pop, Rock & Soul

Video of the Year - “Smooth Criminal”