The Television Academy's Diversity Committee, in partnership with WarnerMedia, and Makeup Artists/Hairstylists Peer Group Governors Nicola "Nikki" Carbonetta and Vito Trotta, invite members to:
Diverse Beauty: Professional Representation Behind the Scenes
The lack of diversity in the entertainment industry is a topic that has been discussed and analyzed for decades. This panel will focus on the need for inclusion in pre-production and on-set within various departments, among them the hair and makeup teams who work with actors/actresses with textured hair and a range of complexions.
Panelists to include:*
Robin Thede, Performer, Writer, Executive Producer - A Black Lady Sketch Show, HBO
Jenny Bloom, Lighting Director - The Talk, CBS
Jason Green, Hairstylist - I Love That for You, Showtime; DMZ, HBO Max
Linda Morel, Producer - A Black Lady Sketch Show, HBO
Angie Wells, Makeup Artist - Solos, Prime Video; black-ish, ABC
Moderated by:
Simone Tetteh, Co-Founder, Black Beauty Roster
*Subject to availability
RSVP is required.
Due to limited space, members only please - no guests.
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Foundation Alumni: Click here to RSVP.
Reminder: Registrations are accepted on a first-come, first-served basis. If the event reaches capacity, members who register will be placed on the Waiting List. As space opens up, those on the Waiting List may be promoted to a registration up to 24 hours before the event. For more information, check Frequently Asked Questions.
Can't make the event? No problem! This event will be recorded and you can watch on TelevisionAcademy.com following the event.