Critics Choice Association's 3rd Annual LGBTQ+ Celebration Honors Emmy Winners and Industry Leaders The Critics Choice Association (CCA) announced the lineup for its third annual Celebration of LGBTQ+ Cinema & Television, set to take place in Los Angeles on May 29. The event will feature a star-studded roster of Emmy-winning actors, writers, directors, and producers, including Jane Lynch, Dan Levy, Hannah Einbinder, Paula Pell, and Jacob Tierney, the creator of the critically acclaimed series Heated Rivalry. The celebration aims to recognize the achievements of LGBTQ+ talent across film and television while spotlighting the impact of their work on the industry. The CCA emphasized the importance of LGBTQ+ representation, with CEO Joey Berlin stating, “LGBTQ+ representation continues to matter, now more than ever.” Co-programmer Andrew Freund added, “Being part of this community means celebrating who we are, how far we’ve come, and acknowledging our collective resilience. This year’s honorees are extraordinary—bold, brilliant, and wonderfully unapologetic. They do more than inspire; they light the path forward.” The event will honor a diverse group of individuals for their contributions to LGBTQ+ storytelling and visibility. Jane Lynch, an Emmy-winning actor, comedian, and author, will receive the Groundbreaker Award for her body of work, including her role as host of Celebrity Weakest Link and her long-standing advocacy for LGBTQ+ rights. Lynch’s career has consistently brought humor and meaningful visibility to LGBTQ+ issues, as noted by the CCA. Dan Levy, an Emmy-winning actor, writer, director, and producer, will be honored with the Vanguard Award for his work on Big Mistakes, a Netflix series premiering on April 28.#los_angeles #dan_levy #critics_choice_association #jane_lynch #hannah_einbinder
