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Viola Davis, Ryan Murphy announced as 2025 Hall of Fame inductees
Actress Viola Davis is among the six people who will be inducted into the Hall of Fame later this year.
This year's class marks the first inductee ceremony since 2022.
The Television Academy is set to honour a group of television legends at the 27th Hall of Fame ceremony later this year.
Inductees include an impressive list who represent the arts and have left an undeniable imprint on the industry.
The ceremony will take place during the upcoming Televerse Festival on August 16, 2025, at the JW Marriott at LA LIVE.
Among the honorees are talk show host and comedian Conan O'Brien, legendary music composer Mike Post, prolific producer Ryan Murphy, and the late Don Mischer, alongside distinguished actors Viola Davis and Henry Winkler.
These icons join the likes of Marilyn Monroe, Jane Fonda, Colin Farrell and Lucy Liu, among others.
"These trailblazing performers, creators and producers have left an indelible mark on our industry. Their groundbreaking work has shaped and elevated the television landscape in profound ways," expressed Cris Abrego, chairperson of the Television Academy through a statement.
Alongside him, Rick Rosen, chairperson of the Hall of Fame selection committee, praised the inductees for their transformative leadership and innovative storytelling, stating: 'All six honorees have elevated the art of storytelling and have had an extraordinary influence on television culture and history."
Since its inception in 1984, the Hall of Fame has welcomed over 150 prominent figures. highlighting the Academy's commitment to honouring those who have made extraordinary contributions to television.
