Emmy Award-Winning Multi-platinum
Artist, Rachel Platten Set to Perform
LOS
ANGELES, April 16, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- 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.
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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