Chicago Actor Harold Dennis Honored with the Miguel A. Núñez Jr. Legacy Presence Award

Chicago actor Harold Dennis is the latest recipient of the Miguel A. Núñez Jr. Legacy Presence Award at the 2025 Jones Awards ceremony, held at Theater Wit in Chicago. This honor recognizes Harold’s 28-year journey in film – a path marked by perseverance, emotional resonance, and quiet cinematic impact.

Named after Afro-Latino actor Miguel A. Núñez Jr., known for Life, Juwanna Mann, and The Family Business, the award honors individuals whose presence and influence have shaped cultural storytelling. Harold’s dedication to craft, his spontaneous charm, and his commitment to unity-driven narratives make him a natural fit.

Dennis gave a heartfelt acceptance speech at the 2025 Jones Awards, let’s take a look…

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The Jones Awards celebrate visionaries in film, music, comedy, and culture whose work uplifts, inspires, and pushes boundaries. More than just an awards ceremony, it is a platform rooted in giving back to artists — spotlighting both legends and emerging talent while strengthening the creative community with recognition, resources, and respect.

Originally launched as The Hollyhood Awards in 2017, the event returned in 2025 reimagined as The Jones Awards — a bold new vision for celebrating artists while honoring the same spirit of recognition and community that started it all.

For a look at all of the outstanding work Harold Dennis has accomplished in his career, click right here to visit his iMDb page.

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