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Winnie Holzman Honored by Humanitas; Nominees Announced
13 Jul
Summary
- Winnie Holzman to receive the Kieser Award for celebrating human connection.
- Starz returns as the key sponsor for the 2026 Humanitas Prizes.
- Ashley Nicole Black will host the 2026 Humanitas Prizes Award Show & Toast.
Winnie Holzman, acclaimed writer behind "My So-Called Life" and "Wicked," is set to receive the Humanitas Kieser Award. This honor recognizes transformative stories that celebrate common humanity. Ashley Nicole Black, known for her work on "Ted Lasso," will host the 2026 Humanitas Prizes Award Show & Toast. The ceremony, scheduled for September 9th at Avalon Hollywood, will also reveal nominees for multiple categories.
Starz has been confirmed as the key sponsor for this year's event, supporting the organization's mission. The Humanitas Prize aims to honor film and television writers whose work delves into the human condition with nuance and meaning. This year's nominees span drama and comedy teleplays, limited series, children's teleplays, and feature films across various genres.
Additionally, the ceremony will announce the recipients of the 2026 New Voices Fellows, College Screenwriting Awards, and the Starz #TakeTheLead Award. The #TakeTheLead Award specifically highlights narratives by, about, and for women and underrepresented audiences. The New Voices Fellowship offers a six-month mentorship program for aspiring writers.
