From the glitz of Hollywood to the stark realities of Rikers Island, La La Anthony has consistently shown a deep commitment to making a tangible difference. “It feels like any one of our kids could be one bad decision away from being in a similar situation.” La La Anthony’s empathy towards the inmates at Rikers Island prison last Thanksgiving showed how personally she is involved in working towards a better cause.
Through her La La Land Foundation, she created the ThreeSixty program, which offers vital life coaching, mentorship, and crucial re-entry support to young men between 18 and 21 incarcerated at Rikers Island’s Robert N. Davoren Complex. Her team conducts weekly sessions focused on personal growth, skill-building workshops, and even facilitates connections with legal resources, aiming to equip these young men with the tools for a successful future. No wonder that she has received a major honor, which has been closely associated with former presidents of the United States: Barack Obama and Joe Biden.
The award? It’s from the National Action Network (NAN), a civil rights organization founded by the legendary Reverend Al Sharpton. If that rings a bell, it’s probably because NAN has had some major moments in American politics. Obama took the stage at NAN’s 16th Annual Convention back in 2014. And fast forward to 2022 and 2023, President Biden also showed his support—first with pre-recorded remarks at the King Day Breakfast, then by virtually addressing NAN’s annual convention.
And now it’s La La Anthony, who is being honored by the organization. Sharing her gratitude on Instagram, she wrote, “Thank you @real_sharpton for honoring me with the NAN award for my work in the community with @threesixty IM SO GRATEFULL.” The NAN award often celebrates individuals who have demonstrated a significant commitment to social justice and community empowerment, making this recognition a testament to the impactful nature of La La’s efforts.
La La Anthony at the season 2 premiere of “BMF” held at TCL Chinese Theatre on January 5, 2022 in Los Angeles, California. (Photo by Gilbert Flores/Variety via Getty Images)
And truly, it’s well deserved. Through her La La Land Foundation, she created the ThreeSixty program, which focuses on helping young men between 18 and 21 who are incarcerated at Rikers Island’s Robert N. Davoren Complex. But her mission doesn’t stop there. La La has supported causes far and wide, from the Elton John AIDS Foundation to Voto Latino.
No wonder she even managed to receive a rare honor from the city of New York.
La La Anthony received the honor of getting a street named after herself
Carmelo Anthony spent almost seven years lighting up Madison Square Garden in a Knicks jersey, but it was La La who stole the spotlight in New York late last year. And while her big moment didn’t come on the hardwood, it was just as impactful—maybe even more.
If you’ve been following La La Anthony’s journey, you already know she’s far more than just a familiar face from the world of glamor. Beyond the red carpets and TV screens, she’s been rolling up her sleeves for a cause that hits close to home. As mentioned earlier, La La has been championing the voices of young men incarcerated at Rikers Island through ThreeSixty. Thus helping them reclaim their futures.
How? By offering life coaching, mentorship, and re-entry support that actually makes a difference. Week after week, her team runs sessions focused on personal growth and rebuilding—tools these young men can lean on both inside prison walls and long after they’re out.
Recognizing her efforts, the NYC Department of Youth & Community Development surprised her with a rare honor: her very own street name. Yep, “La La Anthony Lane” is now officially part of the city. This unique tribute, alongside the recent NAN award, underscores the growing recognition and appreciation for La La Anthony’s tireless dedication to prison reform and uplifting her community.
Sharing her joy with fans, she posted, “Thank you to NYC DEPARTMENT OF YOUTH & COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT for presenting me with my own street name for my prison reform & re-entry work through my program at Rikers THREESIXTY.” And now with the NAN award, it’s clear that La La Anthony’s work for the community is getting all the recognition it deserves.
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