Congratulations to Magic 95.9’s own Tom Joyner for receiving the Humanitarian Award at the 2015 BET Awards. Tom’s heart for others and work in the community is certainly worthy of the honor. Thanks for all you do Tom! Follow @aprilwattslive on Facebook Instagram & Twitter
Smokey Robinson received the Lifetime Achievement Award at the 2015 BET Awards. He have a powerful acceptance speech, part of which called arrogant and self-absorbed artists to task. Smokey is a class act. I hope Yeezus was paying attention to the O.G. Follow @aprilwattslive on Facebook Instagram & Twitter
Thank you so much DJ Jammer for putting together such a wonderful video piece. The support you and your lovely wife Lolita show me blows me away. Thanks to Marcus Johnson for allowing us to use his beautiful music. A super, huge thanks to my family at the DC VA Medical Center for recognizing me […]
Today at 12 noon, Kenny K and April Watts will pay tribute to the undisputed “King of Pop,” Michael Jackson! We’re going ALL MICHAEL ALL HOUR for the “Smooth Criminal” edition of the Legendary Fix Mix. Today marks the sixth anniversary of Michael Jackson’s untimely death. Follow @aprilwattslive on Facebook Instagram & Twitter
Every once in a while a girl has to show off. I call this look, “Devil In A Blue Dress.” I’m paying fashion homage to the 1990 mystery novel by Walter Mosley. And who says you have to be Angie Jolie on a red carpet to give a little leg. Werk, if that’s how […]
Last week, the Reginald F. Lewis Museum held “A Night With Maysa” as part of the establishment’s 10th anniversary celebration. I am honored that they selected me to be the host. It was an incredible night with world class talent and an amazing audience. View the photos and video below. Follow @aprilwattslive on Facebook Instagram & Twitter
On Wednesday, June 24, 2015, the DC VA Medical Center marked it’s 50th anniversary of caring for our nation’s veterans with a beautiful outdoor ceremony. Among those honored were WUSA 9‘s Bruce Johnson and Magic 95.9‘s own April Watts. Army Major General Jeffrey Clark, Director, Walter Reed National Military Medical Center, delivered the keynote address […]
I need to share this for those that may have been grappling with their emotions this Father’s Day. My mother and father were married. He lived with us until I was around 5. I never recall hearing my parents fuss or cuss. They just broke up. After that my Dad was not a regular part […]
Maryland Gov. Larry Hogan has announced he’s been diagnosed with Non Hodgkin Lymphoma. The cancer is in late stage 3 or possibly stage 4. He plans to continue with his gubernatorial duties while being treated for the disease. Prayers for him and his family. Follow @aprilwattslive on Facebook Instagram & Twitter
I am not a “fake nails” kind of girl but I decided to try something different. My nail stylist Titilayo Bankole gave me nail extensions and I love them! I think they make my hands look more feminine. Titi has instructed me that I can no longer use my nails as “tools.” Hmmm…We’ll see how […]