Jody Watley to Receive ‘Jody Watley Day’ in Atlanta

Atlanta is celebrating legendary singer/songwriter Jody Watley with a “Jody Watley Day” event inside the Georgia State Capitol on Thursday, June 2nd, 2022 from 11 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.

Jody Watley will also be publicly recognized for her time, effort, and dedication to humanity in the form of the prestigious Presidential Lifetime Achievement Award at the ceremony.

“We are so excited to designate June 2nd as Jody Watley Day in Atlanta, Georgia,” states Georgia Representative Billy Mitchell.” “She is truly the epitome of grace, excellence, class, and a gifted songstress and songwriter.”

“I am truly honored for this recognition from President Joe Biden and Vice President Kamala Harris,” says Dr. Jody Watley. “I am also grateful to Representative Billy Mitchell and Dr. Jacqueline Mohair for nominating me for this prestigious award.”

Dr. Jacqueline Mohair, founder of Trinity International University of Ambassadors adds, “There is not a more deserving recipient to receive this honor than Dr. Watley who have paved the way for so many others.”

Former representative Dr. Dee Dawkins-Haglier and candidate for Georgia Secretary of State who will be providing remarks at the ceremony says, “Dr. Watley is a music icon whose music has blessed and inspired millions.” “It is a joy to recognize her in the State of Georgia.”

With over forty years in the music industry, the iconic singer, songwriter, producer, and businesswoman, is one of the architects of 21st century pop who continues to be a solid and stellar fixture in entertainment. From her groundbreaking marriage of rap & R&B with 1987‘s “Friends,” a collaboration with hip-hop legends Eric B. & Rakim to her vision-forward marriage of high fashion, street fashion and music in the ’80s.

Her enchantingly smooth voice and memorable favorites can be heard all over the world.