Celebrating Icons Both On-Screen and Behind the Lens
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PIONEERS AND LEGENDS
Hall of Fame
19th Induction Gala Recap • 19th Induction Flip Cam Coverage • 19th Induction Gallery • Hall of Fame Archives & Honorees
19th Inductees Set for January 2010 Gala
In November 2009, the Television Academy announced the latest inductees to its Hall of Fame:
Candice Bergen — star of the acclaimed series Murphy Brown and Boston Legal, as well as numerous other TV projects
Charles Lisanby — a Primetime Emmy-winning production designer known for his work on game shows, variety shows and other large-scale productions
Don Pardo — the legendary announcer known for his six-decade association with NBC, including more than 30 years with Saturday Night Live
Gene Roddenberry — the iconic writer and producer best known for creating the enduring Star Trek franchise
Dick and Tom Smothers — comedians, musicians and stars of The Smothers Brothers Comedy Hour and many other acclaimed television series and specials
Bob Stewart — creator of such popular game shows as What’s My Line?, The Price Is Right and Password.
These esteemed seven individuals will be honored at the 19th Hall of Fame Induction Gala, to be held January 20, 2010, at the Beverly Hills Hotel. Read full 19th inductees press release here.
For ticket information and other details related to the 19th Hall of Fame Induction Gala, please contact Lauren Shoham at (818) 509-2265 or shoham@emmys.org.
More than 100 Industry Legends Honored
Thomas S. Murphy, Larry Gelbart,
Bea Arthur, Sherwood Schwartz
and Tony Griffin (for father, Merv)
With the winter 2008 induction of Beatrice Arthur, Larry Gelbart, Merv Griffin, Thomas S. Murphy and Daniel B. Burke, and Sherwood Schwartz, and the 2006 induction of Tom Brokaw, James Burrows, Leonard Goldberg, Regis Philbin and William Shatner, the Academy of Television Arts & Sciences Hall of Fame grew to well over 100 honorees (read full recap).
These pioneers have helped shape the most important and influential medium of our time, whether in front of the camera or behind it.
The Hall of Fame honors actors, comics, directors, producers, costume designers, writers, animators, executives, reporters, explorers—and the list goes on and on, covering the gamut of talent that it takes to entertain, inform and enrich a mass audience.
Former President John H. Mitchell Establishes Hall of Fame
The Hall of Fame was founded by a former president of the Television Academy, the late John H. Mitchell
Mitchell sought to honor individuals who have made extraordinary contributions to television. In the words of the selection committee, the Hall of Fame is for "persons who have made outstanding contributions in the arts, sciences or management of television, based upon either cumulative contributions and achievements or a singular contribution or achievement."
Mitchell remained the chair of the Hall of Fame until his death in January 1988. He was succeeded by Edgar J. Scherick, who in turn passed the reins to Norman Lear.
First Induction Ceremony in 1984
The first ceremony in 1984 celebrated the careers of Lucille Ball, Milton Berle, Paddy Chayefsky, Norman Lear, Edward R. Murrow, William S. Paley and David Sarnoff. The honorees received glass statuettes in the form of two ballet dancers that were created by sculptor and painter Pascal to reflect the self-discipline required in all facets of the arts.
Since 1988, inductees have brought home an award in the form of a crystal television screen atop a cast-bronze base. The new awards were designed by the late art director Romain Johnston.
18th Hall of Fame Committee Information
In 2007, former Television Academy chairman Dick Askin appointed Mark Itkin, Executive Vice President, Worldwide Co-Head of Television, William Morris Agency (WMA) to the post of 18th Hall of Fame Selection Committee Chairman (see full release). Vist the 18th induction gala gallery here.
19th Inductees Set for January 2010 Gala
In November 2009, the Television Academy announced the latest inductees to its Hall of Fame:
Candice Bergen — star of the acclaimed series Murphy Brown and Boston Legal, as well as numerous other TV projects
Charles Lisanby — a Primetime Emmy-winning production designer known for his work on game shows, variety shows and other large-scale productions
Don Pardo — the legendary announcer known for his six-decade association with NBC, including more than 30 years with Saturday Night Live
Gene Roddenberry — the iconic writer and producer best known for creating the enduring Star Trek franchise
Dick and Tom Smothers — comedians, musicians and stars of The Smothers Brothers Comedy Hour and many other acclaimed television series and specials
Bob Stewart — creator of such popular game shows as What’s My Line?, The Price Is Right and Password.
These esteemed seven individuals will be honored at the 19th Hall of Fame Induction Gala, to be held January 20, 2010, at the Beverly Hills Hotel. Read full 19th inductees press release here.
For ticket information and other details related to the 19th Hall of Fame Induction Gala, please contact Lauren Shoham at (818) 509-2265 or shoham@emmys.org.
More than 100 Industry Legends Honored
Thomas S. Murphy, Larry Gelbart,
Bea Arthur, Sherwood Schwartz
and Tony Griffin (for father, Merv)
These pioneers have helped shape the most important and influential medium of our time, whether in front of the camera or behind it.
The Hall of Fame honors actors, comics, directors, producers, costume designers, writers, animators, executives, reporters, explorers—and the list goes on and on, covering the gamut of talent that it takes to entertain, inform and enrich a mass audience.
Former President John H. Mitchell Establishes Hall of Fame
Mitchell sought to honor individuals who have made extraordinary contributions to television. In the words of the selection committee, the Hall of Fame is for "persons who have made outstanding contributions in the arts, sciences or management of television, based upon either cumulative contributions and achievements or a singular contribution or achievement."
Mitchell remained the chair of the Hall of Fame until his death in January 1988. He was succeeded by Edgar J. Scherick, who in turn passed the reins to Norman Lear.
First Induction Ceremony in 1984
The first ceremony in 1984 celebrated the careers of Lucille Ball, Milton Berle, Paddy Chayefsky, Norman Lear, Edward R. Murrow, William S. Paley and David Sarnoff. The honorees received glass statuettes in the form of two ballet dancers that were created by sculptor and painter Pascal to reflect the self-discipline required in all facets of the arts.
Since 1988, inductees have brought home an award in the form of a crystal television screen atop a cast-bronze base. The new awards were designed by the late art director Romain Johnston.
18th Hall of Fame Committee Information
In 2007, former Television Academy chairman Dick Askin appointed Mark Itkin, Executive Vice President, Worldwide Co-Head of Television, William Morris Agency (WMA) to the post of 18th Hall of Fame Selection Committee Chairman (see full release). Vist the 18th induction gala gallery here.
