A Lifetime Achievement Honor From AWMF For Carol Burnett

The Alliance for Women in Media Foundation (AWMF) will honor legendary actress and comedienne Carol Burnett with its Lifetime Achievement Award at the 49th Annual Gracie Awards Gala.

The event is scheduled for May 21 at the Beverly Wilshire in Beverly Hills, Calif.

The honor 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, recording artist Rachel Platten, known for “Fight Song,” will perform at the gala.

AWMF President Becky Brooks commented, “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. We are truly privileged to recognize her outstanding contributions to the industry.”

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. Currently, Burnett is in “Palm Royal,” a new series for Apple TV that premiered March 20.

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.

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