Audrey Bernard

Internationally recognized and celebrated society editor and photo journalist Audrey J. Bernard is the premier chronicler of African American happenings nationwide.

Over the last 45 years Ms. Bernard has written for many African American newspapers and received many awards for journalistic excellence.

Her exclusive coverage of society and entertainment events has garnered A-1 status for seating at the best of the best events.

She has covered Broadway and Off-Broadway under her Theater Talk weekly column that has garnered her place on the Broadway League’s prestigious First Night list.

This fashionista can also be found covering top fashion shows from first row seating view. The native Brooklyn, New York resident attended Brooklyn College.

Ms. Bernard resided in France for ten years where she studied French at the Alliance Française. She now resides in Manhattan, New York. She is a member in good standing of the New York Association of Black Journalists. Contact email: ajbernardster@gmail.com

 

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Cafe Mocha ‘Salute THEM Awards’ Crystal Anniversary by Audrey J. Bernard, Society Editor, Harlem News Columnist

The nationally syndicated Café Mocha show proudly celebrated a monumental milestone, the 15th Anniversary of Café Mocha and the Salute THEM Awards at the legendary Howard Theatre in Washington, DC […]

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Belongó honors David Perez and David Amram at Inaugural Gala by Audrey J. Bernard, Harlem News Columnist

Belongó—a non-profit organization dedicated to performing, educating about, and preserving the music of the Americas emanating from African and indigenous roots—hosted its inaugural gala on November 11, 2025 at the […]

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“AFTERSHOCK” The Nicole P. Bell Story – “Accountability for Sean Bell” by Audrey J. Bernard, Society Editor

“Aftershock: The Nicole P. Bell Story” is a poignant account of an incident which happened on the very morning Nicole Paultre-Bell was set to marry the love of her life, […]

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MAMA Foundation for the Arts host annual Champions Dinner by Audrey J. Bernard

On Monday evening, November 10, 2025, the MAMA Foundation for the Arts hosted its annual Champions Dinner celebrating the Board of Directors, funders, media partners, and friends who make the […]

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Saheem Ali directs Free Shakespere in the Park by Audrey J. Bernard, Society Editor

FREE SHAKESPEARE IN THE PARK at The Delacorte Theater in Central Park is one of the cornerstones of The Public Theater’s mission. Since 1962, over six million people have enjoyed […]

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Black Women on Broadway host Fourth Annual event to celebrate their own! by Audrey J. Bernard, Society Editor

Four years ago the Black Women on Broadway Awards (BWOB) were created to celebrate the artistry, leadership, and impact of Black women on Broadway. Now some four years later, the […]

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The Bowery Mission hosted its 9th Inspiring Hope Spring Benefit Lunch By Audrey J. Bernard, Society Editor

The Bowery Mission has been doing God’s work for over 150 years. The beloved organization was established on New York City’s Lower East Side in the 1870s providing a safe […]

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African Excellence: AAI Evening Honoring Africa and Its Diaspora By Audrey J. Bernard, Society Editor!

The Africa-America Institute (AAI) marked a significant milestone with its 40th Annual Awards Gala, a premier annual event coinciding with the United Nations General Assembly. This prestigious event brought together […]

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Audrey’s Society Whirl: Oliver Scholars’ 40th Anniversary Gala Raises $1 Million for Students By Audrey J. Bernard

The stellar 40th Anniversary Gala for Oliver Scholars gathered together the crème de la crème of A-list leaders, supporters, and alumni in a beautiful night of purposeful celebration that raised $1 million […]

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SportsBall 30th Annual Black Tie & Sneakers Gala, By Audrey J. Bernard, Society Editor

The Arthur Ashe Institute for Urban Health (AAIUH), a community-based health equity organization, hosted its SportsBall 2024, the 30th Annual Black Tie & Sneakers Gala, at the plush Pierre Hotel […]

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