The Entertainment Community Fund's Annual Gala is held April 8 at the New York Marriott Marquis.
The evening—which honors entertainment professionals working in film, TV, theatre, music, and dance—celebrates Tony and Olivier-winning producer Sonia Friedman; writer, actor, director, producer, and singer Seth MacFarlane; and Warner Bros. Television Group, Emmy-winning producer of scripted, unscripted, and animated programming. All three will receive the Entertainment Community Fund Medal of Honor.
The celebration begins at 6 PM ET with cocktails, followed by a 7 PM dinner and tribute. Special guests will include Annette Bening, Maria Friedman, Liz Gillies, and more.
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“It’s incredibly meaningful for the Entertainment Community Fund to celebrate Sonia Friedman, Seth MacFarlane, and Warner Bros. Television Group at our Annual Gala. Their commitment to the Fund and their peers in performing arts and entertainment is truly commendable, and we’re deeply grateful for their contributions to our work and the industry overall,” said Entertainment Community Fund President and CEO Joe Benincasa in an earlier statement.
“We are thrilled to honor Sonia, Seth, and Warner Bros. Television Group at this year’s gala, especially after such an immensely challenging year for the entertainment industry,” added Board Chair Bening. “I’m looking forward to recognizing this year’s recipients on April 8, along with the invaluable work done by the Fund to help those in need in our community.”
The Entertainment Community Fund Medal of Honor was inaugurated May 9, 1910, when it was first presented to President William Howard Taft. The award was revived in 1958, and since 1992, when Shubert Organization President Bernard B. Jacobs was recognized, the award has been presented at an annual fundraising gala. To view past honorees, click here.
The Entertainment Community Fund is a national human services organization that addresses the needs of people who work in performing arts and entertainment with services focused on health and wellness, career and life, and housing.
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