The Television Academy has announced the recipients of its 14th Television Academy Honors, recognizing seven exceptional television programs that are impacting society through thoughtful, powerful, and innovative storytelling.
This year's honorees are:
For Life
ABC
I am Greta
Hulu
I May Destroy You
HBO
Little America
Apple TV+
The Daily Show with Trevor Noah
Comedy Central
The Social Dilemma
Netflix
Welcome to Chechnya
HBO
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"During one of the most challenging years in television history, these seven extraordinary programs illuminated and championed some of the most critical issues facing our communities," said Television Academy Chairman and CEO Frank Scherma. "We are thrilled to be honoring programs and producers who are influencing social change around the globe."
Howard Meltzer, CSA, Governor for the Academy's Casting Directors Peer Group, chaired this year's Television Academy Honors selection committee, with Jill Sanford, Governor for the Children's Programming Peer Group, serving as vice chair.
"The Academy Honors Committee was pleased to receive many worthy submissions for this award. In a year defined by a significant social justice movement, it was inspiring to see so many compelling stories highlighting the important issues of our day," said Meltzer. "It is so gratifying to see our community of groundbreaking writers, producers, directors and actors take on empowering stories that have such a profound and positive impact on viewers."
The Honors recipients will be celebrated during a virtual program scheduled for this summer.
updated 5.26.21
