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Disability Arts Awards Celebrate Authentic Representation
11 Oct
Summary
- The inaugural Darcys honored achievements in disability representation.
- Winners included 'The Pitt' for Best Scripted Series and 'Horsegirls' for Best Feature.
- Geri Jewell received the Legacy Award, and Vincent Rutley won Emerging Talent.
The inaugural Easterseals Disability Arts & Culture Awards, dubbed The Darcys, celebrated authentic disability representation in film, television, and media. The awards ceremony, held in Santa Monica, honored outstanding achievements and storytellers who are reshaping perceptions of disability.
Among the notable winners were "The Pitt" for Best Scripted Series and Best Achievement in Casting Ensemble, and "Horsegirls" for Best Feature. Daniel Monks received Best Performance in a Scripted Series for his role in "All Her Fault."
Geri Jewell was honored with the Legacy Award, and Vincent Rutley received the Christopher Reeve Emerging Talent Award. The event, hosted by Tina Friml, also featured a performance by artist Lachi.
The Darcys aim to continue a legacy of recognition for artists advancing disability representation. The ceremony was co-produced by Film Independent Spirit Awards' executive producers Shawn Davis and Andrew Schaff. The awards premiere on PBS SoCal Plus starting November 17, 2026.
