What is the Variety Power of Women: Los Angeles event?

The Variety Power of Women: Los Angeles event is an annual celebration of influential women in the entertainment industry, featuring high-profile presenters and honorees.

Who are the presenters at the 2025 Variety Power of Women event?

The presenters include Academy Award-winning actress and activist Jane Fonda, Academy Award-winning actress Octavia Spencer, award-winning actress Eva Longoria, and more.

Why is Aly Raisman receiving the Variety Courage Award?

Aly Raisman, the World Champion gymnast, is being honored with the Variety Courage Award for her powerful advocacy and leadership on behalf of survivors of abuse.

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Variety Honors Trailblazing Women at Prestigious Power of Women Event

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Variety's annual Power of Women: Los Angeles event honors influential women
Presenters include Jane Fonda, Octavia Spencer, Eva Longoria, and more
Aly Raisman to receive Variety Courage Award for advocacy work

Variety Honors Trailblazing Women at Prestigious Power of Women Event

In just a few days, on October 29, 2025, Variety will host its annual Power of Women: Los Angeles event, celebrating the achievements of influential women in the entertainment industry. The event, held in partnership with Lifetime, will feature a star-studded lineup of presenters, including Academy Award-winning actress and activist Jane Fonda, who will present to honoree Wanda Sykes.

Other presenters include Academy Award-winning actress Octavia Spencer, who will present to honoree Kate Hudson, and award-winning actress, producer, director, and activist Eva Longoria, who will present to honoree Nicole Scherzinger. Additionally, Academy Award-nominated and Golden Globe Award-winning actress Melanie Griffith will present to honoree Jamie Lee Curtis, while Emmy and Golden Globe Award-winning actress Sharon Stone will present to honoree Sydney Sweeney.