Bobby Brown & Wife Alicia Receive Honorary Doctorate Degrees

Bobby Brown and his wife Alicia-Etheredge-Brown have both accomplished a major milestone by way of their philanthropic contributions.

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More Details On Bobby Brown & His Wife’s Major Milestone

According to Houston Style Magazine, Bobby Brown and Alicia were presented with their honorary doctorate degrees on March 4. The outlet adds that the accolade was given to the couple by the Leaders Esteem Christian Bible University, which is an “accredited Christian Bible University.”

The honorary doctorates reportedly honored the couple’s “notable philanthropic contributions” through the Bobbi Kristina Serenity House. Black Enterprise reports that Brown launched the foundation in 2015 after the passing of his and the late Whitney Houston’s daughter.

The foundation strives to “bring awareness to the epidemic of domestic violence against women,” per Houston Style Magazine.

“The Bobbi Kristina’s Serenity House is committed to empowerment; regaining power within, instead of seeking approval and power from the outside sources. We intend on being the voice for the voiceless,” the foundation’s website reads, per the outlet.

Furthermore, the event was held on what would have been Bobbi Kristina’s 31st birthday.

On Monday, March 11, Bobby Brown took to Instagram to share footage from the event along with a short message.

“Our work with @bobbikristinaserenityhouse is only just beginning, and I’m honored to accept this prestigious title and honorary degree in Humanitarianism from @leaders.esteem.university,” he wrote. “I am grateful and humbled to stand alongside my beautiful wife @aliciaetheredgebrown as we accept the titles of Dr. Bobby Brown and Dr. Alicia Etheredge-Brown.”

Check out the footage below.

Social Media Reacts

Social media users reacted to the couple’s accomplishment in The Shade Room’s comment section.

Instagram user @therightgreens wrote, “All the pain and turmoil this man had endured……. How can you not wish him well + I love her for him. 💚💚”

While Instagram user @justkaytee added, “Bobby has had a rough few years. I’m glad to see him have a win 🥹”

Instagram user @dileesavocalcoach wrote, “lol while I’m struggling for my life to write this dissertation. Must be nice. 😂”

While Instagram user @drboycefinance added, “I studied 8 hours a day, 7 days a week for 10 years to get my PhD. Maybe I should have been a singer instead 😂😂😂”

Instagram user @raelawson_no7eleven wrote, “I earned my 3 degrees just like yall who are complaining. And this doesn’t bother me not one bit. Yall got to lighten up. It ain’t that serious…literally.”

While Instagram user @shakeryder added, “Bobby deserves nothing but good days for the rest of his life !!”

Instagram user @jonneisah remarked, “Y’all get bitter every time an Honorary Degree is awarded! These people don’t need these degrees, y’all do. For you to but know nor understand the different of an Honorary Doctorate versus a Doctorate Degree is concerning. doctorate and honorary degrees have distinct purposes and different meanings. Doctorate degrees embody scholarly achievements, specialization, and the advancement of knowledge within a particular field. Honorary doctorate degrees celebrate exceptional accomplishments and contributions to society. Don’t compete where you don’t compare.”

Another Celebrity Went Viral After Receiving Their Honorary Doctorate

As The Shade Room previously reported, Angela White, also known as Blac Chyna, prompted similar reactions when footage surfaced of her accepting her honorary doctorate in July 2023.

The mother of two was given the accolade by the Sacramento Theological Seminary & Bible School.

In her speech, Chyna shared her gratitude and future plans.

“I would like to thank God, thank Jesus, thank the Holy Spirit. I’m very grateful to be here, to receive my doctor’s degree. God has never given up on me. I’ve been through a lot in my life, and He’s been changing my life… and I think He loves me,” she said. “I want to continue to walk in this light and learn and grow and be an inspiration to my family, my friends, and my kids. And most of all, make God and Jesus proud of me.”

However, the list doesn’t end there. Tracee Ellis Ross, Missy Elliot, and Naomi Campbell are just some of the other celebs who have also received their honorary doctorates.