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"Jack the Rapper Awards"

Date confirmed in “The Buffalo News” (“Saturday [August 14, 1993]”)

“The Buffalo News” (August 16, 1993) (archived)

Berry Gordy and Michael Jackson were honored at the annual Jack the Rapper awards, named for the pioneering black disc jockey.

Gordy, the founder of Motown Records, received the "Original 13 Award" for his legendary work in the music industry. The "13" were a group of black DJs, including Jack "The Rapper" Gibson, instrumental in pushing early rock 'n' roll and soul.

In a voice cracking with emotion, Gordy told the thousands of black broadcast figures on hand Saturday night that without their help, "This boy from Detroit's 'hood would not be here."

Jackson was given the "Our Children, Our Hope of Tomorrow Award," which was named after him. In a videotaped message, Jackson said he was "honored and humbled." Others honored included, DJ Jazzy Jeff and the Fresh Prince, Sade and Sinbad.