Let the small screen forever be the biggest giver of entertainment that matters.
The massive love dished out for the industry shown during the North Fork TV Festival Awards Dinner on Oct. 22 was proof that the field will always be a champion. A wining night full of passion of beautiful surprises, the celebration honored those who make television one of the greatest mediums of all time.
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The 11th annual installation paid tribute and brought together acclaimed actors, industry professionals and emerging storytellers for two days of screenings, conversations and special events over the few days of scheduling, but it was the dinner that formulated a rich and brilliant gathering of those who make the world of TV incredible.
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This year’s festival honored Anthony Anderson of black-ish) with the Canopy Award along with and Grey’s Anatomy darling, Kate Walsh with the Ambassador for the Arts Award. Other notables in the room who sparkled with magic of TV included Bridget Moynahan (Blue Bloods), Kelsey Grammer (Frasier), Kelly AuCoin (Billions), Melissa Navia (Star Trek: Strange New Worlds) and Michael Nathanson (Love Story).
Taking place at the stunning Sound View Greenport’s spectacular The Halyard restaurant, hundreds in the room spoke of their passion for storytelling in the format as the sunset over the water outside. A perfect setting for enlightenment, every guest blissfully graced the dinner that inspired and captivated hearts.
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“There is something about television that is so special…so heartwarming,” said Navia in a small statement that made a reflection about the wonderful meaning of the night.”
The North Fork TV Festival celebrates the evolution of television, both mainstream and independent, bringing together the minds of actors, executives, writers, and directors. Held annually in Greenport, New York, the festival supports independent program development and embraces exciting, innovative voices from around the world. Founded in 2015, The North Fork TV Festival is a year-round 501(c)3 non-profit organization.
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Sponsors included: Suffolk County, Gersh, Sound View Greenport, American Beech, Citrincooperman, Holland & Knight, Ironwall by Icogni, Soundridge Private Wealth, Rocava, 1-900 Liquors, Ramy Brook, Notorious Pink, PPX Club, Deadline, Peconic Bay Vineyards, Clark’s Garden & Home, Counterpoint Messaging, The Jackie Shawn Salon, Glammed by Natalie, and Santa Cruz Photography.
