Lilly Singh is set to be honored in… Hollywood ReporterWomen in Entertainment Canada Gala and Summit on May 28.
The Canadian actress and producer will receive the Justice in Entertainment Award at the Ritz-Carlton in Toronto. This honor honors Canadians whose success opens the way for industry change and outreach to members of underrepresented communities.
Backed by her independent banner Unicorn Island Productions, Singh’s recent work includes comedy film do it, Which she co-wrote, produced and starred in. It comes after the YouTube star became a late night TV presenter with NBC A little late.
Singh also launched the South Asian content creator network Hypen8 and hosts the CTV competition show battle of generations, Where contestants from different generations compete in matters of pop culture. And I wrote the book How to form a triangle He hosts a podcast Shameless with Lilly Singh.
“Lily Singh represents a pioneer of modern entertainment – multi-platform, entrepreneurial, socially engaged, and globally influential. Her impact across industries and communities makes her an exceptional recipient of this honour,” WIE Canada organizers said in a statement Tuesday.
The upcoming third annual WIE Canada Summit will once again bring together the Canadian industry across television, film and music to celebrate and recognize the achievements of the women leading the industry forward. This all-day event is attended by top local producers, actors, musicians and executives.
Singh joins previously announced honorees: Rachel Reid, Andrea Martin, Malin Akerman, Alethea Arnaquq Baril and Stacy Aglock McDonald. Additional honorees and speakers will be announced in the coming weeks.
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