The Hollywood Reporter (THR) dominated the 65th annual SoCal Journalism Awards, receiving top honors in multiple categories. The prestigious event took place at the Millennium Biltmore Hotel in downtown Los Angeles.
THR was named the best website in the Traditional News Organization category by the Los Angeles Press Club. This recognition reflects the outstanding work done by the staff at THR to deliver informative and engaging content to their audience.
In addition to the best website award, THR also received first-place recognition in several other categories. Gary Baum won in the Feature Film/TV category for his piece titled “The Many Lives and Dying Words of Aesop Aquarian.” This in-depth article explores the life and legacy of Aesop Aquarian, a counter-cultural figure from the 1960s.
The team at THR was acknowledged for their exceptional use of social media to enhance and cover a story in a group setting. Ryan Fish, Christy Piña, Nekesa Moody, Tiffany Taylor, Neha Joy, and Jason Bass were recognized for their work on the “Blackfamous Roundtable,” a thought-provoking discussion that delves into the experiences and challenges faced by black celebrities.
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The talented photographers at THR also received accolades for their exceptional work. Ash Barhamand, Jenny Sargent, Peter B. Cury, and Erik Tanner won in the Portrait Photo, Entertainment category for their captivating image titled “The Riddle of Paul Dano.” This photo captures the enigmatic essence of the actor Paul Dano.
Another photo by Ash Barhamand, along with Kayla Landrum, Peter B. Cury, and Jingna Zhang, titled “Michelle Yeoh,” won in the Entertainment Photo category. This striking image showcases the beauty and talent of actress Michelle Yeoh.
Lovia Gyaryke’s insightful commentary titled “Critic’s Notebook: ‘Rothaniel’ and Jerrod Carmichael’s Stunning Act of Faith” earned THR an award in the Entertainment Commentary on TV/Film category. Gyaryke’s analysis provides a nuanced perspective on the television show “Rothaniel” and Jerrod Carmichael’s groundbreaking performance.
These wins at the SoCal Journalism Awards come shortly after THR was named the best entertainment publication at the National Arts and Entertainment Journalism Awards in December. The consistent recognition from prestigious organizations like the Los Angeles Press Club highlights THR’s exceptional quality of journalism and its impact on the industry.
In addition to the awards presented to various publications, the Los Angeles Press Club also honored individuals who have made significant contributions to the field of journalism. The ABC7 anchor David Ono received the Joseph M. Quinn Award for lifetime achievement. John Leguizamo and Giselle Fernandez from Spectrum News 1 were both recognized with the President’s Award for their impact on media.
The philosopher-writer-filmmaker Bernard-Henri Lévy was presented with the Daniel Pearl Award for his courage and integrity in journalism. Gary Sinise, known for his extensive philanthropic work, received the Bill Rosendahl Public Service Award for his contribution to civic life. Alene Tchekmedyian, a journalist from The Los Angeles Times, was honored with the Guardian Award for her contributions to press freedom.
The ceremony was dedicated to Ukrainian journalists and highlighted the unjust detainment of Evan Gershkovich, a Wall Street Journal reporter, in Russia on charges of espionage. Gershkovich and his employer vehemently deny these accusations, and the ceremony shed light on the importance of press freedom and the protection of journalists worldwide.
The SoCal Journalism Awards not only celebrate outstanding journalism but also serve as a platform to advocate for the rights and safety of journalists in an increasingly challenging and dangerous environment. The Los Angeles Press Club, through these awards and special recognitions, acknowledges the invaluable contributions of journalists and their crucial role in upholding truth and democracy.
