Kanya King's Legacy Paved in Stone

Kanya King, the visionary founder of the MOBO Awards, will be honored with a 'Paving the Way' stone at her former secondary school, Queens Park Community School in London. This tribute marks exactly 30 years since the inaugural MOBO Awards ceremony. King, who passed away this year at 57 after a cancer diagnosis, launched the MOBO Awards in 1996 to celebrate music and culture of black origin.

Her work provided a crucial platform for emerging black artists, propelling many to global stardom. In recognition of her significant contributions to music and culture, King was awarded a CBE in 2018. The unveiling ceremony on November 18 will feature performances by current students. Additionally, a special MOBO memorabilia display will be open at the V&A East Storehouse until summer 2027.