2023 HRTS Foundation Gala

Thursday, December 14, 2023 – Beverly Hilton

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Supporting a Diverse, Equitable & Inclusive Industry
Networking • Dinner • DJ & Dancing • Silent Auction

CHANGE MAKER AWARD RECIPIENT
JESSE WILLIAMS
ACTOR, DIRECTOR, PRODUCER & ACTIVIST

Jesse Williams, who starred on the ABC hit Grey’s Anatomy and won an Academy Award as executive producer for the short film Two Distant Strangers, was honored with the first-ever HRTS Change Maker Award at last year’s Gala. He joined HRTS Board President, HRTS Foundation Board Member and Head of Drama Series, Amazon Studios, Odetta Watkins for an onstage conversation about his career and activism.

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JESSE WILLIAMS BIO

Gala Host
Matt Friend
Comedian, Actor & Impressionist

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2023 HRTS Foundation Sponsors

Thanks to all who helped shape a more equitable future for our industry by supporting The HRTS Foundation as a sponsor, donor or buying tickets/tables. Check out the sponsors of the 2023 HRTS Foundation Gala below!

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Donate to The HRTS Foundation

Were you unable to attend the event? You can still make an impact! The HRTS Foundation is just getting started and we are excited to amplify our efforts in providing access to the entertainment industry for all. Click below to Donate today!

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2023 Gala Recap

Attendees enjoyed a cocktail reception, dinner and auction. The recipient of the Change Maker of the Year Award, Jesse Williams, gave a Fireside Chat with Odetta Watkins moderating. The inaugural class of the Fellowship Program were also honored and celebrated. Click for below for the full recap including photos and clips from the evening.

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ABOUT THE HRTS FOUNDATION

“Our industry is much stronger when everyone has a chance to succeed.”

– 2022 TV Executive of the Year Honoree, Bela Bajaria (HRTS Board Member and Past President, Head of Global TV, Netflix) at the HRTS 75th Anniversary Gala on December 7, 2022.

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