Alliance for Women in Media Foundation Celebrates 49th Annual Gracie Awards Luncheon

Deborah Roberts of ABC News Hosted and Suzyn Waldman Receives Lifetime Achievement Award at Cipriani 42^nd Street in New York City

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June 18, 2024 (New York City) – The AWM Foundation (AWMF) presented the 49^th Annual Gracie Awards Luncheon at Cipriani 42^nd Street in New York City on June 18. Host Deborah Roberts, Senior National Affairs Correspondent at ABC News and esteemed co-anchor of the iconic news magazine “20/20,” led the program alongside presenters Tiki Barber, former New York Giants running back and radio host on WFAN; Kristine Johnson, anchor on WCBS-TV NYC andCBS Mornings contributor; Chloe Melas, entertainment correspondent, NBC News; Nessa, host of NYC Hot 97 andNessa On Air; Amina Smith,anchor of ESPN’sSportsCenter and Shelli Sonstein, radio host on iHeartMedia’s Q104.3. The program concluded with Meredith Marakovits, clubhouse reporter for the YES Network, presenting the Lifetime Achievement Award to award-winning broadcaster for the New York Yankees and radio color commentator, Suzyn Waldman. AWM/F President, Becky Brooks, described the event as “the perfect culmination of a Gracies season celebrating excellence in media and a poignant lead up to the 50^th Annual Gracie Awards next year.”

The Gracie Awards were presented to honorees which were previously announced (full list of honorees here) in recognition of individual achievement and outstanding programming by, for and about women in local and student television, radio and digital media.

Highlights from the show included:

• AWMF Board Chair and VP of Corporate Communications at ESPN, Katina Arnold opened the Luncheon by acknowledging “This year’s theme, “Feminine Strength, Both Large and Small,” highlights impactful contributions of women in media, whether through grand, sweeping narratives or intimate, personal and local stories in our communities.”
• Host, Deborah Roberts, of ABC News reflected, “This celebration of work has been special… I remember when I was awarded a Gracie in the early days and just how special it was and continues to be… We reveled in the woman power we felt in this room, and I feel it today.”
• Presenter, Chloe Melas, entertainment correspondent for NBC News acknowledged that “The journey in media can be a long one, especially for women, and love seeing a room like this full of brilliant journalists telling important stories… reflected on her early career in journalism and connections and noted, “They say the pen is mightier than the sword, and I’m here to tell you that’s true.” anchor on ESPN’s SportsCenter, said “celebrating students in the same awards program as those of you in local television and radio as well as the Deborah Roberts’ of the world is so inspiring.”
• Heather Cohen, President, The Weiss Agency, AWMF Board Member and Gracies Co-Chair, introduced Emma Myers, the AWMF/Podcast Movement Scholarship recipient and noted, “The AWM Foundation plays a crucial role in the industry by providing scholarships and offering programs specifically focused on supporting women in media and their educational endeavors.”
• Presenter, Nessa, host of NYC Hot 97 and Nessa on Air inspired the audience reflecting on her years working as a young intern and said: “This is a reminder to embrace every challenge as an opportunity. Each effort, no matter how small it seems, leads you to success. And the secret is, consistency is ALWAYS key.”
• Presenter, Tiki Barber, former New York Giants running back and radio host on WFAN, said, “I’ve been very fortunate to have been mentored by many women, including my mother…women have played an enormous role in my media career and also my life. Tiki reflected that it hasn’t been all football, but 25 years ago he interned for WFAN and now is host.
• Presenter, Shelli Sonstein, radio host at iHeartMedia’s Q104.3 said, “I’ve often said, “The microphone is a powerful thing, it’s a sin to have a mic and not use it to do good.”
• Kristine Johnson, anchor of WCBS-TV NYC and contributor for CBS Mornings, noted on her career path, “Along the way I was fortunate enough to have male and female mentors on my career path, but the one thing I am noticing now and embracing now is the amount of female executives we have in our industry.”
• Meredith Marakovits of the YES Network’s Yankees Clubhouse, introduced her friend and Gracies Lifetime Achievement Award recipient, Suzyn Waldman, pointed out, “From world series wins to perfect games she was there… and she kept us informed and entertained in a way only she could… in the process she paved the way… or perhaps better stated bulldozed down the door for future generations of women in sports media. 
• Longtime sports broadcaster for the New York Yankees, Suzyn Waldman accepted her Gracies Lifetime Achievement Award and captivated the audience with stories of her four decades in sports broadcasting and also noted, “I’m probably one of the few people in this room who listened to and the saw Gracie Allen ever week on radio and then TV… there’s no I Love Lucy, without Gracie Allen, and probably an even better example, there’s no Betty White without Gracie Allen. She knew who she was, learned how to sell it perfectly for the times, and she was original. Thank you Gracie Allen…” Waldman closed with prudent advice, “I get women coming up to me all the time saying, ‘I want to be you, I want your job’… ‘ok, that’s great… but if you take MY job, there’s still only one of us, if you make your OWN job… there’s 2 of us.”

The National Gracie Award honorees were recognized at the Gracies Gala, May 21, at The Beverly Wilshire in Beverly Hills. Again, a full list of recipients may be found on the Alliance for Women in Media website.

For an opportunity to continue giving to the AWM Foundation, bid on the Gracies Gift & Gala Giveaway and donate.

Sponsors of the Gracies Luncheon include: American Urban Radio Network, Audacy, Beasley Media Group, Cumulus Media, Disney Entertainment, ESPN, Graham Media Group, Hallmark Media, Hearst Television, Hofstra University, iHeartMedia, Katz Media Group, NCTA: The Internet & Television Association, Red Apple Media & WABC Radio, and Townsquare Media.

About The Gracie Awards

The Gracie Awards is the largest fundraiser of the Alliance for Women in Media Foundation which advances women in media through educational programs and scholarships. The Gracie Awards honors exemplary programming and individual talent created by, for, and about women. The Alliance for Women in Media Foundation has created partnerships and joint initiatives with the Emma Bowen Foundation, the National Association of Broadcasters (NAB), NCTA – The Internet & Television Association and other organizations philosophically aligned with the mission of the Foundation. For more information about The Alliance for Women in Media Foundation and the Gracie Awards please visit allwomeninmedia.org and follow us on X (@AllWomeninMedia), (#TheGracies), Instagram (@allwomeninmedia), Facebook, and LinkedIn.

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Alliance for Women in Media Foundation Announces Deborah Roberts as Host for the 49th Annual Gracie Awards Luncheon

Suzyn Waldman, Longtime Yankees Sports Announcer to Receive Lifetime Achievement Award

June 5, 2024 – The Alliance for Women in Media Foundation (AWMF) leadership announces Deborah Roberts, Senior National Affairs Correspondent for ABC News and Co-Anchor of “20/20,” will host the 49th Annual Gracie Awards Luncheon on June 18, at Cipriani 42nd Street in New York City.

AWMF is also proud to honor Suzyn Waldman, pioneering Yankees sports announcer with the Gracies Lifetime Achievement Award in recognition of her extraordinary contributions to sports broadcasting for over four decades, notably as one of the first women to cover Major League Baseball. Her dedication and pioneering spirit have paved the way for many women in sports media.

Roberts, a veteran journalist, has traveled the globe covering pivotal events and has earned numerous accolades for her in-depth reporting. Among her honors, she received a Peabody Award for the “20/20” special “Say Her Name: Breonna Taylor” and multiple Emmy® Awards for her coverage of significant international and national events, including the AIDS crisis in Africa and maternal mortality in Bangladesh. Additionally, Roberts is a familiar face on “Good Morning America” and “The View,” where she serves as a substitute anchor and guest co-host, respectively. Beyond her on-screen achievements, Roberts is an accomplished author. Her New York Times bestseller, “Lessons Learned and Cherished: The Teacher Who Changed My Life,” and the co-authored book with her husband, Al Roker, “Been There, Done That: Family Wisdom for Modern Times,” have both resonated with readers.

“We are honored to have Deborah Roberts, an exemplary journalist and storyteller, host this year’s Gracies Luncheon. Her illustrious career and dedication to impactful reporting epitomize the values we celebrate at the Gracie Awards,” said Becky Brooks, President of the Alliance for Women in Media Foundation. Additionally, we are honored to recognize Suzyn Waldman’s pioneering contributions to the industry with the Gracies Lifetime Achievement Award. This event promises to be a memorable celebration of talent and achievement in media.”

The Gracie Awards Luncheon, a cornerstone event of the Gracie Awards, celebrates the exceptional contributions of women in media and will touch on this year’s theme of “Feminine Strength, both Large and Small,” highlighting incredible achievements of women who have documented and narrated critical moments in local communities, providing a platform for student winners whose inspiring content signals a bright future for the media industry.

Thank you to our sponsors: Audacy, Disney Entertainment, ESPN, Graham Media Group, Hallmark Media, Hearst Television, Katz Media Group, NCTA: The Internet & Television Association, Red Apple Media & WABC Radio, American Urban Radio Network, Beasley Media Group, Cumulus Media, Hofstra University, iHeartMedia, and Townsquare.

The National Gracie Award honorees were recognized at the Gracies Gala, May 21, at The Beverly Wilshire in Beverly Hills. A full list of winners may be found on the Alliance for Women in Media website. For more information about the 2024 Gracies Luncheon or to secure tickets, please visit HERE.

About The Gracie Awards
The Gracie Awards is the largest fundraiser of the Alliance for Women in Media Foundation which advances women in media through educational programs and scholarships. The Gracie Awards honors exemplary programming and individual talent created by, for, and about women. The Alliance for Women in Media Foundation has created partnerships and joint initiatives with the Emma Bowen Foundation, the National Association of Broadcasters (NAB), NCTA – The Internet & Television Association and other organizations philosophically aligned with the mission of the Foundation. For more information about The Alliance for Women in Media Foundation and the Gracie Awards please visit allwomeninmedia.org and follow us on X (@AllWomeninMedia), (#TheGracies), Instagram (@allwomeninmedia), Facebook, and LinkedIn.

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CAROL BURNETT HONORED WITH LIFETIME ACHIEVEMENT AWARD AT 49TH ANNUAL GRACIE AWARDS

Tamera Mowry-Housley Hosted the Evening Celebrating Women in Media

Winners & Presenters Included Jane Fonda, Kristen Wiig, Maria Shriver, Glennon Doyle and Abby Wambach, Phylicia Rashad, Natalie Morales, Sheryl Underwood, Yvette Nicole Brown, Mayan Lopez, and Many More!

Rachel Platten’s Performance Captivated Audiences

Los Angeles, CA. (May 21, 2024) – The 49th Annual Gracie Awards, hosted by the Alliance for Women in Media Foundation (AWMF), illuminated the evening with a captivating celebration of women in media at the esteemed Beverly Wilshire Hotel. The event, hosted by Tamera Mowry-Housley, commemorated the remarkable achievements of women across various media platforms, acknowledging their invaluable contributions to storytelling and cultural transformation.

This year’s theme was centered on “Feminine Strength, both Large and Small,” highlighting impactful actions resonating on various scales. Among the distinguished honorees was Carol Burnett, a trailblazing figure known for her groundbreaking roles and whose impact spans decades and resonates with audiences of all ages. Burnett was bestowed with the prestigious Lifetime Achievement Award, presented by castmate of Palm Royale, Kristen Wiig.

The Gracie Awards Gala embodies AWMF’s commitment to supporting women in media through charitable endeavors, educational programs, and scholarship initiatives. By investing in these initiatives, AWMF continues to empower women and cultivate leadership opportunities across the industry. The winners of this year’s Gracie Awards embody the spirit and courage exemplified by Gracie Allen, and they serve as a reminder of the invaluable contributions women make in shaping our media landscape.

Winners and presenters included influential figures such as Jane Fonda, Natalie Morales, Sheryl Underwood, Yvette Nicole Brown, Mayan Lopez, Melissa Peterman, Emma Kenney, Danielle Pinnock, Amanda Kloots, Lauren E. Banks, Sharon Carpenter, Allison Holker, Christina Elmore, Kim Fields, Betsy Brandt, Sutton Stracke, Crystal Kung Minkoff, and Amy Chozick. Attendees include Maria Shriver, Glennon Doyle and Abby Wambach, Phylicia Rashad, Garcelle Beauvais, Mary McDonnell, Mariana van Zeller, and more. The audience was captivated by a special musical performance of “Girls” by Rachel Platten. Raegan Revord lent her support as the Gracie Awards’ Digital Impact Ambassador, while Vicangelo Bulluck executed the evening as executive producer.

NOTABLE MOMENTS

• Tamera Mowry-Housley started the show by saying, “We are living in historic times and our voices are needed to stand up for our rights. Infusing our collective feminine strength into media, we can change attitudes, empower audiences, and create productions that speak to us, for us.”
• While presenting to Carol Burnett, Kristen Wiig humorously expressed her admiration, stating, “Personally, it is surreal for me to be here, to even know you… because you have been such an inspiration.” Reflecting on her childhood watching the Carol Burnett Show, Wiig credited Burnett with planting the creative seeds that grew her love for sketch comedy. She affectionately joked, “So Carol, in many ways it’s like you’re my oldest friend, but also you ARE my oldest friend.” Wiig continued, “It’s been an absolute honor and joy to work alongside you, Carol, in Palm Royale. And I mean this, no one plays coma patient like you.”
• During her acceptance speech for the Lifetime Achievement Award, Carol Burnett playfully remarked, “I was unfortunately (believe it or not!) too young to have met the legendary Gracie Allen, who is the inspiration for these awards, but I think we might have had a lot in common and her iconic work as an artist paved the way for all the women who came after her, including me.”.
• Jane Fonda, before introducing Maria Shriver (Conversations Above the Noise with Maria, Best Online Video Host), articulated, “I made my first movie in 1949, and there were no women on the set. We, women, experience things differently–war, peace, famine. If you don’t have our voices in the arts, you’re not getting the whole story. It doesn’t just hurt us; it hurts men because they only get half the side.”
• Maria Shriver reflected on her journey in media, from intern to media entrepreneur, emphasizing the significance of women’s voices in today’s media landscape. She underscored the responsibility each individual holds in using their platform wisely, stating, “Today everyone seems to have a platform but not everyone is responsible with it.” Shriver expressed gratitude for the Gracie Award, highlighting the importance of producing meaningful content that makes a difference in shaping public discourse and acknowledging the women who paved the way for her.
• Abby Wambach joined Glennon Doyle on stage where Doyle’s acceptance speech (Best Lifestyle Podcast Co-host/Ensemble, “We Can Do Hard Things”) highlighted the importance of self-advocacy in healthcare. Sharing her sister’s story of early cancer detection through persistent advocacy, “Because of our conditioning it’s hard to advocate on behalf of ourselves but I assure you that my sister’s self-advocacy is the greatest act of love and service she’s ever done for the world. When she saved herself, she saved the life of her children’s mother, her husband’s wife, our parent’s daughter – our sister. She saved so many of us when she saved herself.”
• Garcelle Beauvais expressed deep gratitude for the recognition of her film, “Black Girls Missing” (Made for Television Movie). Beauvais emphasized the film’s mission to shed light on the critical issue of missing black and brown individuals, striving to ensure their visibility and voices are heard, “Shedding light when black and brown people go missing has been our mission with this movie. We want to be seen and heard!”
• Lauren Book, Florida Senate Minority Leader and survivor of child sexual abuse, shared her mission to prevent abuse through the Lauren’s Kids Foundation, stating, “Today, standing on this stage, knowing we are educating millions of kids every single year… Teaching personal safety from a place of fun and not fear.” Expressing gratitude to the Gracie Awards for recognizing their work, Book emphasized the importance of collective action in creating a safer future for children, urging support for their cause at LaurensKids.org.

Below, please find links to access house footage, which includes b-roll of arrivals; interviews with honorees and presenters; clips from the ceremony; and more.

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Gracies Gift Bags feature a personalized selection including a custom Gracies Bag by Henry Dry Goods, and curated items from Nodpod, St. Martin’s Publishing Group Providing “The Women” by Kristin Hannah, Hallmark Media, AquaVault, Cozy Earth, Dr. Brandt, Fount Society Balancing, FreshCut Paper, No7, Peepers, Shinery, Sunday Citizen, VoChill, and much more, provided by esteemed partners.

For an opportunity to continue giving to the AWM Foundation, bid on the Gracies Gift & Gala Giveaway and donate.

For a complete list of award recipients and honorable mentions, please visit https://allwomeninmedia.org/gracies. Local and student award recipients will be honored at the Gracie Awards Luncheon on June 18 at Cipriani’s in NYC.

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About The Gracie Awards

The Gracie Awards is the largest fundraiser of the Alliance for Women in Media Foundation which advances women in media through educational programs and scholarships. The Gracie Awards honors exemplary programming and individual talent created by, for, and about women. The Alliance for Women in Media Foundation has created partnerships and joint initiatives with the Emma Bowen Foundation, the National Association of Broadcasters (NAB), NCTA – The Internet & Television Association and other organizations that are philosophically aligned with the mission of the Foundation. For more information about The Alliance for Women in Media Foundation and the Gracie Awards please visit allwomeninmedia.org and follow us on X (@AllWomeninMedia), (#TheGracies), Instagram (@allwomeninmedia), Facebook, and LinkedIn.

Press Contacts:
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TAMERA MOWRY-HOUSLEY TO HOST THE ALLIANCE FOR WOMEN IN MEDIA FOUNDATION’S 49TH ANNUAL GRACIE AWARDS ON MAY 21

Kristen Wiig to Present the Lifetime Achievement Award to Carol Burnett

Presenters and Attendees Include Maria Shriver, Glennon Doyle & Abby Wambach, Candace Parker, Natalie Morales, Sheryl Underwood, Yvette Nicole Brown, Mayan Lopez, Emma Kenney, Danielle Pinnock, Mariana van Zeller, Nikki & Brie Garcia, and More

May 13, 2024 – Today, the Alliance for Women in Media Foundation proudly announces that Emmy award-winning host, author, actress, producer, and entrepreneur Tamera Mowry-Housley will host the 49th Annual Gracie Awards, set to take place on May 21 at the iconic Beverly Wilshire, A Four Seasons Hotel in LA. The Gracies honor exceptional achievements in media dedicated to women, by women, and about women across diverse platforms in news and entertainment.

Kristen Wiig is set to grace the stage to present her Palm Royale co-star, Carol Burnett, with the prestigious Lifetime Achievement Award. Additional presenters include Candace Parker, Natalie Morales, Sheryl Underwood, Yvette Nicole Brown, Mayan Lopez, Emma Kenney, Danielle Pinnock, Amanda Kloots, Lauren E. Banks, Nikki and Brie Garcia, Sharon Carpenter, Allison Holker, Christina Elmore, Kim Fields,Betsy Brandt, Sutton Stracke, Crystal Kung Minkoff, and Amy Chozick. Attendees include Maria Shriver, Glennon Doyle and Abby Wambach, Phylicia Rashad, Garcelle Beauvais, Mary McDonnell, Mariana van Zeller, and more. Adding to the evening’s allure, Rachel Platten is slated to deliver a captivating performance, and Raegan Revord will serve as AWMF’s Digital Impact Ambassador.

“This year’s event promises to be truly memorable with Tamera Mowry-Housley at the helm,” said Becky Brooks, president of AWMF.“As a beacon of empowerment and success, Tamera has inspired countless young women, breaking barriers and uplifting others, thus setting a remarkable example for women in the industry and beyond.”

This year’s content themes are centered on “Feminine Strength, both Large and Small,” highlighting impactful actions resonating on various scales, as exemplified in acclaimed productions like Yellowjackets, Queen Charlotte: A Bridgerton Story, The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel, and We Can Do Hard Things. Among the distinguished winners are influential figures such as Michelle Obama, Gayle King, Julia Louis-Dreyfus, Nicole Kidman, Angela Yee, and Rachel Brosnahan. Inside the gala, powerful stories of triumph, civil rights activism, and cultural shifters are celebrated, embodying the spirit and courage of Gracie Allen, the namesake of these prestigious awards.

Tamera Mowry-Housley started her career in Hollywood alongside her sister, Tia, on the hit show Sister, Sister, which aired over 100 episodes from 1994-1999 and has gone on to see a cultural revival over the past few years since it was released on Netflix. Tamera’s work on the show gained praise and recognition; she received an NAACP Image Award for Outstanding Actress in a Comedy Series and Kid’s Choice Award for Favorite Television Actress. She returned to the screen with her sister, Tia, on the hit Style Network reality TV series Tia and Tamera, chronicling her life as she balanced her acting career and major life transformations of marriage and motherhood.

Tamera co-hosted the Emmy-winning talk show The Real for six seasons alongside Loni Love, Adrienne Bailon-Houghton, and Jeannie Mai Jenkins, winning the Outstanding Entertainment Talk Show Host Emmy at the 45th Daytime Emmy Awards in April 2018.

Known for her versatile talents, Tamera has had a prolific career spanning television movies, series, and voice acting. Notably, she starred in and executive produced Hallmark Channel’s hit movie The Santa Stakeout and has appeared in various beloved Christmas films. Her recent projects include Girlfriendship and Haunted Harmony Mysteries: Murder in G Major. With a new holiday film for the Hallmark Channel set for release in fall/winter 2024, Tamera continues to captivate audiences with her charisma and talent.

For a complete list of award recipients and honorable mentions, please visit allwomeninmedia.org.

Gracies Gift Bags feature a personalized selection including a custom Gracies Bag by Henry Dry Goods, and curated items from Nodpod, St. Martin’s Publishing Group Providing “The Women” by Kristin Hannah, Hallmark Media, AquaVault, Cozy Earth, Dr. Brandt, Fount Society Balancing, FreshCut Paper, No7, Peepers, Shinery, Sunday Citizen, VoChill, and much more, provided by esteemed partners.

About The Gracie Awards

The Gracie Awards is the largest fundraiser of the Alliance for Women in Media Foundation which advances women in media through educational programs and scholarships. The Gracie Awards honors exemplary programming and individual talent created by, for, and about women. The Alliance for Women in Media Foundation has created partnerships and joint initiatives with the Emma Bowen Foundation, the National Association of Broadcasters (NAB), NCTA – The Internet & Television Association and other organizations that are philosophically aligned with the mission of the Foundation. For more information about The Alliance for Women in Media Foundation and the Gracie Awards please visit allwomeninmedia.org and follow us on X (@AllWomeninMedia), (#TheGracies), Instagram (@allwomeninmedia), Facebook, and LinkedIn.

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Michael Samonte and Alyssa Kind (Furnari)
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LEGENDARY ICON CAROL BURNETT TO RECEIVE THE LIFETIME ACHIEVEMENT AWARD AT 49TH ANNUAL GRACIE AWARDS GALA ON MAY 21

Emmy Award-Winning Multi-platinum Artist,
Rachel Platten Set to Perform

LOS ANGELES, CA (April 16, 2024) – Today, the Alliance for Women in Media Foundation (AWMF) is thrilled to announce that Carol Burnett, a legendary figure in entertainment, will be honored with the Lifetime Achievement Award at the 49th Annual Gracie Awards Gala on May 21 at the Beverly Wilshire, a Four Seasons Hotel, in Beverly Hills. The Gracie Awards’ Lifetime Achievement Award recognizes a woman whose work in media honors the legacy of Gracie Allen, a pioneering force in the industry and the award’s namesake. Additionally, Emmy Award-winning artist, Rachel Platten, will be performing at the gala, adding to the evening’s celebration. A full list of this year’s winners can be found here.

“Carol Burnett is a true icon of television and entertainment, whose impact spans decades and resonates with audiences of all ages. Her groundbreaking work on ‘The Carol Burnett Show’ set a standard for excellence in comedy and storytelling, earning her countless awards and accolades,” said Becky Brooks, president of the AWMF. “We are truly privileged to recognize her outstanding contributions to the industry and celebrate her remarkable career at the Gracie Awards Gala, where the talented Rachel Platten will also be inspiring us with a special performance with her unforgettable female anthems.”

Burnett, an award-winning actress and bestselling author, is widely recognized by the public and her peers for her work for her comedic and dramatic roles on television, film, and Broadway, most notably “The Carol Burnett Show.” Named in 2007 by TIME as one of 100 Best Television Shows of All Time, “The Carol Burnett Show” ran for 11 years, averaged 30 million viewers per week, and received 25 Emmy Awards, making it one of the most honored shows in television history. It was recently announced that NBC’s “Carol Burnett: 90 Years of Laughter + Love” will receive a Gracie Award for Special or Variety (TV, national).

As a highly acclaimed actress, she has been honored with Emmys, Golden Globes, People’s Choice Awards, the Horatio Alger Award, an ACE Award, the Peabody, and a Grammy.  A Kennedy Center Honoree, the recipient of the Kennedy Center Mark Twain Prize for Humor and the Presidential Medal of Freedom; was inducted into the Television Hall of Fame, and has a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame. The City of Los Angeles named the intersection of Highland Avenue and Selma directly adjacent to Hollywood High School, Burnett’s alma mater, Carol Burnett Square and CBS Studios dedicated “The Carol Burnett Artist Entrance” in her honor. Burnett was celebrated by her colleagues and fellow actors with the Life Achievement honors at the 2016 SAG Awards. In 2019, the Hollywood Foreign Press Association created The Carol Burnett Award which is an honorary Golden Globe to celebrate outstanding contributions to television on or off the screen. Burnett was the first recipient in its inauguration, followed by Ellen DeGeneres this year.

Currently, Carol is in a new series for Apple TV that premiered this past March 20th entitled, “Palm Royal.” The setting for the comedy is 1969 Palm Beach, Florida and its high society life of inclusion vs. exclusion. Carol plays the matriarch in that world. Cast includes Kristin Wiig, Allyson Janney, Laura Dern, Ricky Martin, Josh Lucas.

Platten catapulted to fame with her anthem “Fight Song,” a global sensation that has left an indelible mark on modern culture with over billions of streams. Beyond her chart-topping success, Rachel’s journey as a mother of two and a multifaceted artist continues to evolve, as she tours the world and prepares to release a new album in Fall 2024. Her first track, “Girls,” from her forthcoming album is already topping the charts.  With her upcoming release, Rachel aims to deepen her connection with audiences by exploring themes of honesty in her personal struggles, and the art of healing thru  her heartfelt songwriting.

The Gracie Awards Gala is fundamentally rooted in supporting AWMF’s charitable endeavors. As a non-profit organization, AWMF is committed to developing educational programs, charitable activities, and scholarship initiatives that directly benefit women in the media. Through these investments, AWMF remains steadfast in its mission to cultivate growth, empowerment, and leadership opportunities for women throughout the industry.

Henry Dry Goods confirmed to create custom Gracies Gift Bag with included gifts. More details to follow.

About The Gracie Awards

The Gracie Awards is the largest fundraiser of the Alliance for Women in Media Foundation which advances women in media through educational programs and scholarships. The Gracie Awards honors exemplary programming and individual talent created by, for, and about women. The Alliance for Women in Media Foundation has created partnerships and joint initiatives with the Emma Bowen Foundation, the National Association of Broadcasters (NAB), NCTA – The Internet & Television Association and other organizations that are philosophically aligned with the mission of the Foundation. For more information about The Alliance for Women in Media Foundation and the Gracie Awards please visit allwomeninmedia.org and follow us on X (@AllWomeninMedia), (#TheGracies), Instagram (@allwomeninmedia), Facebook, and LinkedIn.

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Press Contacts:
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Michael Samonte and Alyssa Kind (Furnari)
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Rachel Platten:
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Alliance for Women in Media Announces AWM Breakfast at the NAB Show Speaker Panel

What: Join the Alliance for Women in Media (AWM) for an insightful panel discussion on “The Business of Multiplatform Sports” at the AWM Breakfast during the NAB Show. Esteemed presenters Jeanne-Marie Condo (President of Network Partnerships and Chief Revenue Officer, Skyview Networks), Pat LaPlatney (Co-CEO/President, Gray Television), Mary Menna (Vice President & Market Manager, Beasley Media Group), and Carlson Mozdiez (Vice President, Digital Business Operations, Audacy), alongside moderator Sarah Foss (Chief Technology Officer, Audacy), will engage in a candid conversation exploring the evolving landscape of sports business and the significant role women play in shaping its future. The panel will dive deep into the emergence of multiplatform sports coverage and how it has reshaped the business landscape of the sports industry, and how media professionals have leveraged multiplatform sports to enhance audience engagement and reach a diverse set of viewers and more.

Where: West Hall, Las Vegas Convention Center, rooms W102-104

When: Date: April 15 – Time: 8:00 AM – 9:00 AM PT

Details: The AWM Breakfast at the NAB Show is a premier event that brings together industry professionals from television, radio, technology, and service partners. Attendees will have the opportunity to enjoy a continental breakfast, network with top executives, and gain valuable insights from the panel discussion featuring influential leaders in the media industry.

Registration: Purchase tickets by April 10, by going tohttps://allwomeninmedia.org/events/awm-breakfast-nab/  AWM Members will want to login before registering to receive the discounted rate. *Attendees do not have to purchase a ticket to the NAB Show to attend the AWM Breakfast.

About the Alliance for Women in Media (AWM): The Alliance for Women in Media connects, recognizes and educates women across the media industry. AWM is a diverse community that facilitates industry-wide collaboration, education, and innovation. Established in 1951 as American Women in Radio & Television (AWRT), AWM is the longest-established professional association dedicated to advancing women in media. AWM harnesses the promise, passion and power of women in all forms of media to empower career development, engage in thought leadership, and drive positive change for our industry and societal progress.

For media inquiries, please contact: Becky Brooks, President, AWMF, becky.brooks@allwomeninmedia.org

ALLIANCE FOR WOMEN IN MEDIA FOUNDATION UNVEILS WINNERS OF THE 49TH ANNUAL GRACIE AWARDS

LEADING FIGURES IN MEDIA INCLUDING MICHELLE OBAMA, GLENNON DOYLE, GAYLE KING, JULIA LOUIS-DREYFUS, NICOLE KIDMAN, ANGELA YEE, ANGÉLICA VALE, RACHEL BROSNAHAN, MARIA SHRIVER, AND THE KELLY CLARKSON SHOW TO BE CELEBRATED AT PRESTIGIOUS EVENT ON MAY 21 IN LOS ANGELES

CANCER STRAIGHT TALK PODCAST FROM MSK TO RECEIVE THE GRAND AWARD

Local and Student Award Winners to be Honored at the Gracie Awards Luncheon on June 18 in NYC

LOS ANGELES, CA (March 28, 2024) –Today, the Alliance for Women in Media Foundation (AWMF)—the nonprofit organization supporting women across all media segments—announced winners of the 49th Annual Gracie Awards. The Gracies celebrate outstanding achievements in media dedicated to women, by women, and about women across diverse platforms in news and entertainment. This year’s winners will be celebrated at AWMF’s annual gala on May 21 at the Beverly Wilshire, A Four Seasons Hotel in LA. Local and student award recipients will be honored at the Gracie Awards Luncheon on June 18 at Cipriani’s in NYC.

This year’s content themes are centered on “Feminine Strength, both Large and Small,” highlighting impactful actions resonating on various scales, as exemplified in acclaimed productions like Yellowjackets, Queen Charlotte: A Bridgerton Story, The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel, and We Can Do Hard Things. Among the distinguished winners are influential figures such as Michelle Obama, Glennon Doyle, Gayle King, Julia Louis-Dreyfus, Nicole Kidman, Angela Yee, Rachel Brosnahan, Maria Shriver, The Kelly Clarkson Show, TODAY Show, and more. Inside the gala, powerful stories of triumph, civil rights activism, and cultural shifters are celebrated, embodying the spirit and courage of Gracie Allen, the namesake of these prestigious awards.

The prestigious Grand Award will be presented to the Cancer Straight Talk Podcast From MSK. While all Gracie Awards celebrate excellence, the Grand Award signifies a distinct level of achievement, acknowledging the extraordinary talent, dedication, and production involved in creating these exceptional pieces.

Becky Brooks, President of AWMF said, “As Women’s History Month draws to a close, we honor the remarkable women storytellers whose courage and resilience continue to inspire us. Their stories, strengths, and influence are actively shaping our present and future. The impact of women is undeniable, and we look forward to celebrating these powerful contributions and achievements at the upcoming Gracie Awards.”

The Gracie Awards, executive produced by Vicangelo Bulluck, will feature an illustrious lineup of presenters and performers, attracting some of the industry’s most prominent figures in media news and entertainment. The event promises to be an evening of celebration, inspiration, and empowerment as the industry unites to honor the exceptional contributions of women in media.

Sponsors of The Gracies include Hallmark Media, iHeart/Premiere, Katz Media Group, CNN, and NCTA: The Internet & Television Association.

Complete list of award recipients and honorable mentions, please visit https://allwomeninmedia.org/gracies/award-winners.

TELEVISION NATIONAL WINNERS

Adriane Adler (Tamron Hall)

Disney General Entertainment

Director – Talk Show

[TV – National]

Amy Sherman-Palladino (The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel)

Prime Video

Director – Comedy

[TV – National]

Battle Cry: Fighting Assault in the Military (ABC News Live)

ABC NEWS

Hard News Feature

[TV – National]

Bel Powley (A Small Light)

National Geographic

Actress in a Leading Role – Limited Series

[TV – National]

Bertha Gonzalez (Paso a Paso Docuseries)

Entravision

Non-English Individual Achievement – Producer

[TV – National]

Birthing a Nation: The Resistance of Mary Gaffney

MTV Documentary Films

Documentary – Historical

[TV – National]

Black Girl Missing

Lifetime

Made for Television Movie

[TV – National]

Black Girls Play: The Story of Hand Games

ESPN

Documentary – Sports

[TV – National]

Brutality of Hamas Attack at Israel Morgue

CNN

Hard News Feature

[TV – National]

Carol Burnett: 90 Years of Laughter + Love

NBC

Special or Variety

[TV – National]

Cristina Costantini (Science Fair: The Series)

National Geographic

Director – Documentary

[TV – National]

Dars

BBC World Service

Non-English Program – Family Series

[TV – National]

Deborah Roberts (20/20)

ABC NEWS

On-Air Talent – News Magazine

[TV – National]

Defying the Odds (CBS Sunday Morning)

CBS News Sunday Morning

Soft News Feature

[TV – National]

Dominique Fishback (Swarm)

Prime Video

Actress in a Breakthrough Role

[TV – National]

Esther Castillejo (ABC World News Tonight with David Muir)

ABC NEWS

Producer – News

[TV – National]

Gayle King (CBS Mornings)

CBS News

On-Air Talent – News

[TV – National]

Impact x Nightline (ABC News Studios)

ABC NEWS

News Magazine

[TV – National]

Joie Jacoby (Candace Parker: Unapologetic)

ESPN

Director – Sports

[TV – National]

Jomana Karadsheh

CNN

Reporter/Correspondent

[TV – National]

Liamani Segura (High School Musical: The Musical: The Series)

Disney Branded Television

Actress in a Supporting Role – Comedy or Musical

[TV – National]

Liz Day (The New York Times Presents: How to Fix a Pageant)

FX

Executive Producer – Documentary Series

[TV – National]

Lourdes Hurtado (Latino Trans Youth and Their Fight for Healthcare)

Noticias Telemundo

Non-English Individual Achievement – On-Air Talent – News

[TV – National]

Mary McDonnell (The Fall of the House of Usher)

Netflix

Actress in a Supporting Role – Limited Series

[TV – National]

Esther Dere (The New York Times Presents: How to Fix a Pageant)

FX

Showrunner Nonfiction – Documentary

[TV – National]

Meet the NASA astronaut set to make history in space

NBC News NOW/Stay Tuned/TODAY

Interview Feature – News

[TV – National]

Moon Girl and Devil Dinosaur (Marvel)

Disney Branded Television

Family Series

[TV – National]

Murder in Big Horn

SHOWTIME

Documentary – Limited Series

[TV – National]

Nicole Kidman (Special Ops: Lioness)

Paramount+

Actress in a Supporting Role – Drama

[TV – National]

Nik Robinson (The Kelly Clarkson Show)

NBCUniversal Syndicated Studios

Writer Unscripted – Daytime Talk

[TV – National]

Nikole Hannah-Jones (The 1619 Project)

Hulu / Onyx Collective

On-Air Talent – Lifestyle

[TV – National]

Nkechi Okoro Carroll (All American: Homecoming)

Warner Bros. Television

Showrunner – Fiction

[TV – National]

Note to Self: Briana Scurry (CBS Mornings)

CBS News

Sports Feature

[TV – National]

Only Murders in the Building

Hulu

Comedy

[TV – National]

Paula Murphy: Undaunted

FOX Sports

Sports Program

[TV – National]

Phylicia Rashad (Heaven Down Here)

Hallmark Mystery (formerly Hallmark Movies & Mysteries)

Actress in a Supporting Role – Made for TV Movie

[TV – National]

Queen Charlotte: A Bridgerton Story

Shondaland and Netflix

Limited Series

[TV – National]

Rachel Brosnahan (The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel)

Prime Video

Actress in a Leading Role – Comedy or Musical

[TV – National]

Rebeca Landa (ESPN Deportes)

ESPN

Non-English Individual Achievement – On-Air Talent – Sports

[TV – National]

Run For Your Life (Bloomberg Investigates)

Bloomberg

Investigative Feature

[TV – National]

Salli Richardson-Whitfield (Winning Time: The Rise of the Lakers Dynasty)

HBO | Max

Director – Drama

[TV – National]

Salli Richardson-Whitfield (The Gilded Age)

HBO | Max

Producer – Entertainment

[TV – National]

Sasha Joelle Achilli (Inside the Iranian Uprising)

FRONTLINE (PBS)

Producer – Documentary

[TV – National]

SC Featured: Finding Their Voice

ESPN

Sports Feature

[TV – National]

Search For Safety: The Desperate Struggle to Survive in Gaza

NBC News Digital

Documentary – News/Investigative

[TV – National]

Shanola Hampton (Found)

NBC

Actress in a Leading Role – Drama

[TV – National]

Shin Daewe (Ayeyarwady Riverbank Erosion)

Radio Free Asia Burmese Service

Non-English Program – News

[TV – National]

Special Ops: Lioness

Paramount+

Drama

[TV – National]

Sydney Sweeney (REALITY)

HBO | Max

Actress in a Leading Role – Made for TV Movie

[TV – National]

Taste the Nation with Padma Lakshmi

Hulu

Non-Fiction Entertainment

[TV – National]

Teresa Hsiao (Awkwafina Is Nora From Queens)

Comedy Central

Showrunner Fiction – Comedy

[TV – National]

The Eternal Memory

MTV Documentary Films

Documentary

[TV – National]

The Kelly Clarkson Show

NBCUniversal Syndicated Studios

Talk Show – Entertainment

[TV – National]

The Last of the Wakhi Shepherdesses (BBC 100 Women)

BBC World Service

Non-English Program – Scripted Documentary

[TV – National]

The View talks with Justina Miles

ABC Television Network

Interview Feature – Entertainment

[TV – National]

Tina Satter (REALITY)

HBO | Max

Director – Made for TV Movie

[TV – National]

TODAY 

NBC News

News Program

[TV – National]

Trafficked with Mariana van Zeller

National Geographic

Documentary Series

[TV – National]

Trailblazing Women (GMA3)

ABC NEWS

News Feature Series

[TV – National]

Wendy Guevara (Wendy: Perdida pero famosa)

ViX

Non-English Individual Achievement – On-Air Talent – Entertainment

[TV – National]

Yellowjackets

SHOWTIME

Ensemble Cast

[TV – National]

Zakiya Dalila Harris and Rashida Jones (The Other Black Girl)

Hulu / Onyx Collective

Writer Scripted

[TV – National]

Zuria Vega (Las Pelotaris 1926)

ViX

Non-English Individual Achievement – Actress

[TV – National]

RADIO NATIONAL WINNERS

Foreign Crisis Coverage

ABC News Radio

Crisis Coverage/Breaking News

[Radio – Nationally Syndicated Commercial]

Allison Keyes (CBS News Weekend Roundup)

CBS News Radio

Host – Weekend News

[Radio – Nationally Syndicated Commercial]

Angela Yee (Way Up with Angela Yee)

iHeartMedia/Premiere Networks

Host – Midday

[Radio – Nationally Syndicated Commercial]

Black, Autistic and Safe

iHeartMedia

News Feature

[Radio – Nationally Syndicated Commercial]

Elaina D. Smith (Nights with Elaina)

Westwood One

Host – Night

[Radio – Nationally Syndicated Commercial]

Ellen K (Ellen K Weekend Show)

iHeartMedia

Host – Weekend

[Radio – Nationally Syndicated Commercial]

Jill on Money

CBS News Radio

Talk Show

[Radio – Nationally Syndicated Commercial]

Katrina B (Nessa On Air)

Superadio Network, LLC

Producer – Entertainment

[Radio – Nationally Syndicated Commercial]

Kristen Farrah (Radio Health Journal)

American Urban Radio Networks

Producer – Talk

[Radio – Nationally Syndicated Commercial]

Mayra Berenice (Mayra Berenice en Vivo)

Entravision Communications

Non-English Individual Achievement

[Radio – Nationally Syndicated Commercial]

Medha Gandhi (Elvis Duran in the Morning)

iHeartMedia

Co-host

[Radio – Nationally Syndicated Commercial]

Michelle Franzen (ABC News Radio)

ABC NEWS

Outstanding News Anchor

[Radio – Nationally Syndicated Commercial]

Mornings with Zerlina: 50 Years of Ms. Magazine & the Ms. Foundation

SiriusXM

Feature/Special

[Radio – Nationally Syndicated Commercial]

Punkie Johnson with Emily Sumlin (She’s So Proud)

SiriusXM

Interview Feature

[Radio – Nationally Syndicated Commercial]

Battle of Bamber Bridge

NPR

Public Affairs

[Radio – Nationally Syndicated Non-Commercial]

Historic UAW Strike of 2023

NPR

Crisis Coverage/Breaking News

[Radio – Nationally Syndicated Non-Commercial]

‘I ain’t found it yet.’ No Line this Mother Won’t Cross to Save Addicted Daughter

WBUR and NPR

News Feature

[Radio – Nationally Syndicated Non-Commercial]

Katia Riddle (All Things Considered/Morning Edition: Reproductive Rights Coverage)

NPR

Reporter/Correspondent

[Radio – Nationally Syndicated Non-Commercial]

Nancy Farghalli (Marketplace)

Marketplace – American Public Media

Producer

[Radio – Nationally Syndicated Non-Commercial]

Nora Young (Spark)

Canadian Broadcasting Corporation (CBC)

Host

[Radio – Nationally Syndicated Non-Commercial]

On the Ground in Iran (All Things Considered)

NPR

Series

[Radio – Nationally Syndicated Non-Commercial]

One Couple’s Fight to Cure ALS (All Things Considered)

NPR

Interview Feature

[Radio – Nationally Syndicated Non-Commercial]

Sugar Land

The Texas Newsroom

Investigative Feature

[Radio – Nationally Syndicated Non-Commercial]

The Road to Boito

Snap Judgment & KQED

Documentary

[Radio – Nationally Syndicated Non-Commercial]

DIGITAL MEDIA NATIONAL WINNERS

52 Documentary: 22 Episodes of Inspiring Women’s Journeys

VOA (Voice of America)

Original Online Programming – Video Series

[DM – National]

Adriana Cargill (Sandcastles)

Wave Maker Media

Podcast – Producer

[DM – National]

Alison Bechdel’s Dykes to Watch Out For

Audible

Podcast – Scripted

[DM – National]

Ashley Flowers and Brit Prawat (Crime Junkie)

audiochuck

Podcast Co-host/Ensemble – Investigative

[DM – National]

Baby, This is Keke Palmer

Wondery

Podcast – Lifestyle

[DM – National]

BBC 100 Women Climate Change

BBC World Service

Website – News

[DM – National]

Cancer Straight Talk from MSK

Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center

GRAND AWARD Podcast – Educational

[DM – National]

Exposed: Cover-Up at Columbia University

Wondery

Podcast – Investigative

[DM – National]

Glennon Doyle, Abby Wambach, and Amanda Doyle (We Can Do Hard Things)

Audacy Podcasts

Podcast Co-host/Ensemble – Lifestyle

[DM – National]

Heather Ricks (No More Ink)

MTV Entertainment Studios

Online Producer – Entertainment

[DM – National]

Julia Louis-Dreyfus (Wiser Than Me with Julia Louis-Dreyfus)

Lemonada Media

Podcast Host – Entertainment

[DM – National]

Kayna Whitworth (The King Road Killings, ABC Podcasts)

ABC NEWS

Podcast Host – News

[DM – National]

Ladan Anoushfar (As Equals)

CNN

Online Producer – News

[DM – National]

Maria Shriver (Conversations Above the Noise with Maria)

Shriver Media

Online Video Host / Correspondent / Actress

[DM – National]

Michelle Obama: The Light Podcast

Audible and Higher Ground

Podcast – Entertainment

[DM – National]

Netflix Queue

Netflix

Website – Information/Entertainment

[DM – National]

Punkie Johnson and Dicey (Love Thang with Punkie Johnson)

Hartbeat, SiriusXM

Podcast Co-host/Ensemble – Entertainment

[DM – National]

Reporter’s Notebook: My Ancestor Taught in Federal Indian Boarding Schools

VOA (Voice of America)

Blog / Vlog

[DM – National]

ROS Presents: Counterattack

Religion of Sports and PRX

Podcast – Sports

[DM – National]

Safer, Smarter Kids Presents: Think, Feel, Act (TFA)

Lauren’s Kids Foundation

Original Online Programming – Standalone Video

[DM – National]

Small Actions, Big Hearts with Plaza Sésamo

Sesame Workshop

Non-English Program

[DM – National]

This American Life and Slate’s What Next

This American Life and Slate

Original Online Programming – News/Documentary

[DM – National]

TELEVISION LOCAL WINNERS

27 Strong

WISH TV

Sports Feature

[TV – Local]

A Hero’s Heart

WSMV-TV

Soft News Feature

[TV – Local]

Ann Benjamin (ALL ARTS Docs: Manhattan Theatre Club, a Home for Artists)

The WNET Group’s ALL ARTS

Director

[TV – Local]

Channel 2 Action News at 4pm

Cox Media Group – WSB TV

News Program

[TV – Local]

Dalia Ramirez (Paso a Paso Docuseries)

Entravision

Non-English Individual Achievement

[TV – Local]

Del Paso Heights: Cracking An Epidemic

KCRA 3 News

GRAND AWARD – Documentary

[TV – Local]

Emily Turner (Emily Turner Holds the Powerful Accountable)

Action News Jax

On-Air Talent – Investigative

[TV – Local]

Erica Young (Journey School)

KPRC-TV

Producer – Scripted

[TV – Local]

Jessica Miller (“Health, Hope & Healing: The Loneliness Epidemic”)

WKYC / TEGNA

Producer – Edited

[TV – Local]

Made in Connecticut with Rebecca Surran

News 12 Connecticut

Interview Feature

[TV – Local]

Price of Care: State Agency Neglects Those it Promised to Protect

ABC10

Investigative Feature

[TV – Local]

Romi Bean

CBS News Colorado

On-Air Talent – Sports

[TV – Local]

STAGE

Twin Cities PBS

Series

[TV – Local]

The 5:33- Legacy of the LIRR Massacre

WCBS-TV

Documentary

[TV – Local]

The Border Crossed Us

CBS News Colorado

News Magazine

[TV – Local]

Uprooted

Virginia Center for Investigative Journalism at WHRO and ProPublica

Investigative Feature

[TV – Local]

What Happens When You Lose Your Home at 72?

GBH News

Hard News Feature

[TV – Local]

RADIO LOCAL WINNERS

Amanda Orlando (The WARM Morning Show with Amanda Orlando)

CUMULUS MEDIA BROADCASTING

Host Morning Drive – Medium Market

[Radio – Local]

Rita Cosby with Andrew Cuomo (The Rita Cosby Show)

77 WABC Radio

Interview Feature

[Radio – Local]

Angélica Vale (La Vale Show con Angélica Vale)

Cali 93.9 FM, Meruelo Media

Non-English Individual Achievement

[Radio – Local

Audrey Rose (Audrey Rose Show, 104.1 KRBE)

CUMULUS MEDIA BROADCASTING

Host Non-Morning Drive (Music DJ/Personality) Major Market

[Radio – Local]

Christina Musson (KMJ’s Broeske & Musson)

Cumulus Radio

Co-host (Talk/Personality) Small/Medium Market

[Radio – Local]

Cindy Adams (The Cindy Adams Show)

77 WABC Radio

Host Non-Morning Drive Weekend (Talk/Personality) Large/Major Market

[Radio – Local]

Cody Robinson (Pat, Tom, & Cody on KNCI)

Bonneville International

Co-host (Talk/Personality) Large/Major Market

[Radio – Local]

Erica DeLong (The Erica Show WDCG G105)

iHeartMedia

Host Non-Morning Drive  (Talk/Personality) Small/Medium Market

[Radio – Local]

Facing Fentanyl

KIRO Newsradio

Hard News Feature

[Radio – Local]

Good Guoyue in Taipei

Taipei Broadcasting Station

Non-English Program

[Radio – Local]

Holly O’Connor (Miguel & Holly Show)

iHeartMedia

Co-host (Music DJ/ Personality) Medium Market

[Radio – Local]

Jason & Alexis in the Morning

Hubbard Broadcasting/myTalk 107.1

Talk Show

[Radio – Local]

Kat (Andy and Kat Majic 95.1)

Sarkes Tarzian Inc.

Co-host (Music DJ/ Personality) Small Market

[Radio – Local]

Kat Walters (The Working Stiff Show with Kat Walters)

Saga Broadcasting

Host Non-Morning Drive (Music DJ/Personality) Small Market

[Radio – Local]

KeKe Hampton (The Fred Show 103.5 KISS FM)

iHeartMedia Chicago

Co-host (Music DJ/Personality) Large/Major Market

[Radio – Local]

Krista Hatcher Uelmen (Middays Krista Hatcher)

Mid-West Family Broadcasting

Host Non-Morning Drive (Music DJ/Personality) Medium Market

[Radio – Local]

Lisa Dent

WGN Radio

Host Non-Morning Drive (Talk/Personality) Large/Major Market

[Radio – Local]

Lisa Tschernkowitsch (Newsline with Brigitte Quinn)

WCBS 880 News Audacy New York

Producer

[Radio – Local]

Michelle Heart (Michelle in the Morning)

Townsquare Media

Host Morning Drive – Small Market

[Radio – Local]

Mourning for Maui

Audacy/KCBS Radio San Francisco

Crisis Coverage/Breaking News

[Radio – Local]

Philadelphia Focus

Beasley Broadcast Group Philadelphia

Public Affairs

[Radio – Local]

Sabrina Cupit (WSB 95.5)

Cox Media Group

Outstanding News Anchor/Reporter/Correspondent

[Radio – Local]

“Spirit of the I.E.”

KFRG 95.1 (Audacy Riverside)

Public Affairs – Series

[Radio – Local]

Tarsha Jones (Jonesy in the Morning)

WXBK-FM 94-7 the Block, New York City

Host Morning Drive- Major Market

[Radio – Local]

The Hub of Hope: Transforming Lives at Kent-Meridian High

KIRO Newsradio

Soft News Feature

[Radio – Local]

A Year Since Club Q

Colorado Public Radio

News Feature

[Radio – Non-Commercial Local]

Angie Perrin (What Vicki Lawrence Learned from Carol Burnett about Acting)

KCRW

Producer

[Radio – Non-Commercial Local]

Annie Fisher’s Beaten Biscuit Empire

KCUR 89.3 and Gravy Podcast

Portrait/Biography

[Radio – Non-Commercial Local]

Chion Wolf (Audacious with Chion Wolf)

Connecticut Public (WNPR)

Host/Anchor

[Radio – Non-Commercial Local]

Disrupted with Khalilah Brown-Dean

Connecticut Public (WNPR)

Talk Show

[Radio – Non-Commercial Local]

Fractured

WFAE 90.7 FM and PBS’ Frontline

Series

[Radio – Non-Commercial Local]

Kansas City’s First Pride Parade (A People’s History of Kansas City)

KCUR 89.3

Interview Feature

[Radio – Non-Commercial Local]

Kassidy Arena

KBIA

Reporter/Correspondent

[Radio – Non-Commercial Local]

Ohio After Roe

Ideastream Public Media

Documentary

[Radio – Non-Commercial Local]

Planes, Trains and Automobiles: Evading the Texas Abortion Ban

Texas Public Radio

Feature/Special

[Radio – Non-Commercial Local]

Walker Grand Jury

Ideastream Public Media

Crisis Coverage/Breaking News

[Radio – Non-Commercial Local]

TELEVISION STUDENT WINNERS

Bridge Day (WVU Mountaineer Playbook)

West Virginia University Reed College of Media

Soft News Feature

[TV – Student]

BYU students, organizations work to teach school community about consent (Universe Live)

Brigham Young University School of Communications Universe Live

Hard News Feature

[TV – Student]

Grace Velez (Inside Swoop Scoop-Inside Swoop in 90-CommConnectTV)

The University of North Florida

On-Air Talent

[TV – Student]

Hofstra Today

Hofstra Entertainment Access Television (HEAT) Network

News Magazine

[TV – Student]

Hope for Lahaina: Witnesses of the Maui Wildfires

Brigham Young University School of Communications Universe Live

Documentary

[TV – Student]

Jillian Kane (The Herbies)

Hofstra University

Director

[TV – Student]

Makenna Leisifer (WVU News)

West Virginia University Reed College of Media

Producer

[TV – Student]

Isabella LoBue with Sarah Pierre (Sports Beat)

Hofstra University

Interview Feature

[TV – Student]

Universe Live (Maui Recovery)

Brigham Young University School of Communications Universe Live

News Program

[TV – Student]

WVU News

West Virginia University Reed College of Media

News Program

[TV – Student]

RADIO STUDENT WINNERS

Very few disc golfers are women with Halle Jackson

KBIA

Interview Feature – Sports

[Radio – Student]

Ashley Blum (WRHU – A League of Our Own)

WRHU FM Radio Hofstra University

Producer

[Radio – Student]

Changes are coming to Seattle Public Schools’ sex education courses

KUOW’s RadioActive Youth Media

News Feature

[Radio – Student]

Megan Steckler (A Community Affair)

Rowan Radio 89.7 WGLS-FM

Host/Personality

[Radio – Student]

Moving Forward with Durham’s Guaranteed Income (WUNC Youth Reporting Institute)

North Carolina Public Radio WUNC

Public Affairs

[Radio – Student]

Naloxone Aids Harm Reduction Amid Opioid Epidemic

KBIA

Crisis Coverage/Breaking News

[Radio – Student]

Sheetal Sheeth with Fatima Moien (WRHU)

WRHU FM Radio Hofstra University

Interview Feature

[Radio – Student]

WRHU Broadway Broadcast

WRHU FM Radio Hofstra University

Talk Show

[Radio – Student]

DIGITAL MEDIA STUDENT WINNERS

Exposure Therapy

Youth on Record

Podcast

[DM – Student]

Kalyn Riley Epps (Bridging the (Nature) Gap)

Stanford University

Online Producer

[DM – Student]

Natalie Dunlap (Above the Fold: All Eyes on Women’s Basketball)

The Daily Iowan

Podcast Host

[DM – Student]

TONED

Xavier University of Louisiana

Original Online Programming

[DM – Student]

About The Gracie Awards
The Gracie Awards is the largest fundraiser of the Alliance for Women in Media Foundation which advances women in media through educational programs and scholarships. The Gracie Awards honors exemplary programming and individual talent created by, for, and about women. The Alliance for Women in Media Foundation has created partnerships and joint initiatives with the Emma Bowen Foundation, the National Association of Broadcasters (NAB), NCTA – The Internet & Television Association and other organizations that are philosophically aligned with the mission of the Foundation. For more information about The Alliance for Women in Media Foundation and the Gracie Awards please visit allwomeninmedia.org and follow us on X (@AllWomeninMedia), (#TheGracies), Instagram (@allwomeninmedia), Facebook, and LinkedIn.

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The Alliance for Women in Media and its Foundation Announce the 2024 Board of Directors & Officers

February 15, 2024: The Alliance for Women in Media and its Foundation (AWM/F) are pleased to announce the 2024 National Board of Directors and Officers. “The leadership of our Board of Directors has allowed AWM and our Foundation to advance women in media for more than seventy years of triumphs and trials,” said Becky Brooks, President, AWM/F. “The past year has underscored the need for steadfast leadership in the face of unforeseen challenges. The mix of diverse and insightful voices on this year’s Boards will continue the important work of prioritizing recognition, connection and education of women across all facets of media.”

OFFICER ROLES

• Katina Arnold, Chair, Vice President, Corporate Communications, ESPN
• Monica Bloom, Incoming/Vice Chair, Chief Marketing Officer, MHz Choice | Topic Streaming
• Annie Howell, Immediate Past Chair, Chief Communications Officer, Hallmark Media
• Catherine Badalamente, Treasurer, President & CEO, Graham Media Group
• Marie Tedesco, Treasurer-Elect, Chief Financial Officer, Beasley Broadcast Group, Inc.

NEW DIRECTORS SERVING ON THE BOARD 

The following leaders will begin serving on the AWM Board of Directors for a two-year term:

• Isabel Lara, Chief Communications Officer, NPR
• Jaclyn Levin, President, Shriver Media; Founder, Liminal Space Media
• Christine Moran, Head of Creator Partnerships, Electrify Video Partners
• Debra OConnell, President, News Group and Networks, Disney Entertainment

SECOND-TERM DIRECTORS SERVING ON THE BOARD

The following leaders will serve a second term on the AWM Board of Directors:

• Thea Mitchem, Executive Vice President of Programming, iHeartMedia

INCUMBENT DIRECTORS REMAINING ON THE BOARD

The following leaders will continue serving on the AWM Board of Directors:

• Cori Abraham, SVP, Entertainment Unscripted Development, Crime and Documentary Development, NBCUniversal Television and Streaming
• Kenetta Bailey, Senior Vice President, Marketing, Clear Channel Outdoor
• Jayne Bussman-Wise, VP, Team Business Operations, Professional Women’s Hockey League (PWHL)
• Marsha Cooke, Vice President & Executive Producer, ESPN Films and 30 for 30
• Chesley Maddox-Dorsey, CEO, American Urban Radio Network

AMM FOUNDATION BOARD

The following leaders will continue serving on the AWM Foundation Board of Directors:

• Tim Clarke, Senior Vice President, Digital Audio Content, Audacy
• Heather Cohen, President, The Weiss Agency
• Vicki Lins, President and CEO, CTAM
• Mike McVay, President, McVay Media
• Christine Travaglini, President, Katz Radio Group

Board photos and bios can be found on the AWM website. Visit here for the AWM board of directors and here for the AWM Foundation board of directors.

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About the Alliance for Women in Media (AWM): The Alliance for Women in Media connects, recognizes and educates women across the media industry. AWM is a diverse community that facilitates industry-wide collaboration, education, and innovation. Established in 1951 as American Women in Radio & Television (AWRT), AWM is the longest-established professional association dedicated to advancing women in media. AWM harnesses the promise, passion and power of women in all forms of media to empower career development, engage in thought leadership, and drive positive change for our industry and societal progress.

About the Alliance for Women in Media Foundation (AWMF): In 1960, the Alliance for Women in Media became the first professional broadcasting organization to establish an educational foundation. The AWMF supports and promotes educational programs, charitable activities and scholarships to benefit the public and media industry. The Foundation also produces nationally acclaimed recognition programs, including the Gracie Awards®, honoring exemplary programming created by, for or about women and individual achievement. The Alliance for Women in Media Foundation is a 501 (c)(3) non-profit, educational organization.

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Allison Williams’ Experience at the 2023 Gracies Leadership Award

My experience at the 2023 Gracies Leadership Awards excelled my expectations. Besides the beautiful venue in Tribeca and delicious lunch, the Gracies were inspiring and lit a fire in me as I near graduation from the Columbia University Graduate School of Journalism.

When I was accepted as a Google News Initiative Fellow and would be able to attend the Gracies Luncheon I could not believe it- I was counting down the days. Since I was 14, I’ve known I wanted to work in broadcast journalism, and being in a room with women alike is something I’ve never experienced.

I grew up watching MSNBC, whether it was The Today Show or Nightly News, so being in the same room as Rashida Jones, MSNBC president, was surreal. Without the Gracies, I’m not sure I would’ve ever been able to introduce myself to her and be able to stay connected after.

All the women honored at the luncheon had a common theme in their acceptance speeches: they didn’t get where they are alone. Their speeches were heartwarming and honest as they thanked their pears, family and team members they’ve met over the years that have kept them motivated.

Not only were all the women honored at the event willing to stay in touch with myself and the other fellows, but the Alliance for Women in Media board members were as well. The board members have been able to make introductions to their colleagues working in the broadcast journalism field. As I approach graduation, it’s getting close to finding a job where I can learn and grow to become the best journalist I possibly can be, and these introductions are going to be invaluable as time goes on.

I am so thankful I was able to attend the Gracies Leadership Awards luncheon as a Google News Initiative Fellow and look forward to keeping up with my membership in the Alliance for Women in Media.

Allison Williams is a recipient of the 2023 Google News Initiative Student Fellowship. She is a Journalism student at Columbia University, and we look forward to seeing how she continues to shape the world of media in the future.

Helena Arjona’s Experience at the 2023 Gracies Leadership Award

Funnily enough, I didn’t come into college to be in media, I came into college as a computer science major. As I started my first weeks in college at the University of Kentucky, I found my way into a club for women in STEM. At the time, I felt so lucky to be able to find a club to empower women in my field. There was a problem, though. I HATED computer science. Flash forward a couple of years. Somehow, I found myself doing a complete 180. I was no longer a compsci major but instead a triple major in media, journalism, and writing. I was happy to find my path, but sad to lose the strong community of women.

I applied to the Google New Initiative Fellowship thinking there was no way I would become a fellow. Months later, I am still overwhelmed and in disbelief by the whole new world I have been exposed to through this fellowship. Through the Alliance for Women in Media, I have regained a strong community of women. I am so humbled to be able to share this fellowship with the other amazingly accomplished women I had the pleasure of meeting while attending the Gracies in New York. To be able to meet the honorees has only solidified my sense of belonging in this industry as we continue to accept more women and people of color into the community than ever before. Being able to hear from and network with such strong role models has given me more energy than ever before. A common theme throughout the ceremony was to lift up the next generation. As a member of the upcoming generation, I’m excited for the bright future to come through mentorship opportunities in the industry. 

I am so immensely grateful for all the strong women who have paved the way for me to pursue such huge opportunities, both inside and outside of the industry. Strong women mentors have shaped me and my life, from the women at the Emma Bowen Fellowship, to my female media and journalism professors, and especially to my female journalism bosses and coworkers. I am excited for the next chapters of my life as I am able to cultivate other mentorship relationships through the Alliance for Women in Media.

I would never know the meaning of a strong woman or of a strong mentor if it wasn’t for my mom, whom I would have never dreamed of being here without. I am hopeful every day that I will one day inspire and nurture someone in the same way she has nurtured me.

While we continue to celebrate women in media and how far we’ve come, I hope we also recognize how far we still need to go. Growing up in Kentucky, I didn’t have many women surrounding me who looked like me. To this day, I have still yet to meet a Hispanic woman in journalism. I am so grateful that this shy Hispanic girl from Kentucky is being recognized and I won’t stop fighting until we all have a seat at the table. Our fight isn’t over.

I hope we all fight together to bring a strong community of women in media to every part of the world.

Helena Arjona is a recipient of the 2023 Google News Initiative Student Fellowship. She is a Broadcast Journalism and Multimedia student at the University of Kentucky, and we look forward to seeing how she continues to shape the world of media in the future.