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Rae Benjamin Honored for Inclusive Storytelling
26 Aug
Summary
- Rae Benjamin to receive the Starz #TakeTheLead award.
- Award recognizes mid-career writers amplifying underrepresented narratives.
- Benjamin will receive $10,000 and mentorship from Starz executives.
Rae Benjamin, a co-producer on "The Witcher" and a cowriter for "The Witcher: Sirens of the Deep," has been selected to receive this year's Starz #TakeTheLead award at the Humanitas Prizes.
Benjamin, recognized for her distinctive voice and commitment to amplifying narratives by, about, and for women and underrepresented audiences, will be honored next month. She will receive a $10,000 cash prize and mentorship from Starz executives. Her organization, In The Cut, also supports emerging artists, aligning with Starz's goals.
The Humanitas Prizes also announced its 2026-27 New Voices Fellows, who will participate in a six-month mentorship program. Additionally, college screenwriting awards were presented, with recipients Omid Iranikhah and Lauryn Bedford each receiving $20,000. The awards show and toast is scheduled for September 9 at Avalon Hollywood.
