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New York, NY — Sarah’s Oil and Naya Desir-Johnson have earned prestigious nominations from the NAACP Image Awards.

The film Sarah’s Oil has been nominated for Outstanding Motion Picture, highlighting the powerful storytelling and the dedication of the cast and crew who brought this historical story to life. Naya Desir-Johnson has also been nominated for Outstanding Performance by a Youth in a Motion Picture, delivering a performance that captures the spirit and resilience of Sarah Rector, a young girl whose story continues to inspire.

These nominations celebrate the extraordinary work of everyone involved in Sarah’s Oil, from the ensemble cast to the production team who worked tirelessly behind the scenes to bring this story to life.

This recognition marks another exciting milestone in Naya Desir-Johnson’s rising career as she continues to take on roles that challenge, inspire, and bring important stories to audiences everywhere.