Issa Rae will receive the Peabody Trailblazer Award, while Lily Tomlin will receive the organization’s Career Achievement Award, as the Peabody Awards celebrate this year’s congratulations on June 11 in Los Angeles. Also announced Thursday, “Shrinking” star and “The Daily Show” alum Jessica Williams has signed on to host this year’s ceremony.
“Beyond our annual awards for the most compelling stories, Peabody is dedicated to recognizing the people who inspire and delight us,” said Jeffrey Jones, executive director of Peabody. “Lily Tomlin has made so many people laugh over the decades with her remarkable talent, and Issa Rae has proven herself to be an entertaining storyteller, performer and force for good. We are thrilled to recognize Issa and Lily not only for their extraordinary contributions to storytelling, but also for their important role and place for women in comedy and entertainment.
Both awards were selected by the Peabody Board of Jurors. Meanwhile, as Williams takes the stage for the 83rd Annual Peabody Awards, it will be the first time for the event on the West Coast.
“Since bursting onto the scene with her hysterical segments on ‘The Daily Show,’ Jessica’s wit, wisdom and powerful performances have established her not only as a comedic force, but as one of the great young actresses. working today,” added Jones. “We savor just about every moment Jessica appears on screen and are thrilled to have her hosting our first awards show in Los Angeles.”
According to Peabody, the Trailblazer Award “recognizes visionaries who are impacting our culture and affecting social change through their innovative storytelling. With Peabody-winning “Insecure,” in addition to “A Black Lady Sketch Show” and “Rap Sh! t,” the accomplishments of Rae’s television career have set new programming standards that reflect the values and scope of Peabody’s mission to honor the stories that matter. . Rae’s work with Hoorae, Raedio and ColorCreative across television, music, film and digital changes, challenges and disrupts traditional Hollywood production models. The Trailblazer Award recognizes creative talent that literally blazes a trail of excellence in media. »
Meanwhile, the Career Achievement Award “is reserved for individuals whose work and commitment to broadcast and streaming media has left an indelible mark on the field and in American culture.” During her distinguished career, Tomlin has received two Peabodys, seven Emmys, two Tonys, a Grammy, and been nominated for an Academy Award, among other accolades. Tomlin joins Carol Burnett, Rita Moreno, Cicely Tyson, Dan Rather and Sam Pollard as recent Peabody Career Achievement Award winners.
“Abbott Elementary,” “Better Call Saul,” “Severance,” “Mo,” “Reservation Dogs” and “We’re Here” are among this year’s Peabody Entertainment nominees. A total of 69 nominees were chosen by the jury for this year’s Peabody Awards across Entertainment, Arts, Children/Youth, Podcast/Radio, Interactive & Immersive, Public Service, news and documentaries.