Variety continues to demonstrate its prowess in journalism by earning an impressive 62 nominations for the Los Angeles Press Club’s 19th annual National Arts & Entertainment Journalism Awards. Among the standout contenders are Chris Willman, vying for Print Journalist of the Year, and Ethan Shanfeld, a nominee for Online Journalist of the Year.
Critics Stand Out
In the criticism sector, Owen Gleiberman has been nominated for three accolades: film critic (over 1,000 words), music critic, and is also included in other categories. Daniel D’Addario is recognized as a theater/performing arts critic, showcasing the depth of Variety‘s talent in analysis and critique. Additionally, Willman’s versatile nominations include music critic, online columnist, and print columnist of the year.
Notable Cover Stories
Several impactful cover stories from Variety have also been recognized as finalists, with highlights including D’Addario’s cover featuring Jodie Foster, Trish Deitch’s piece on Jamie Lee Curtis, Michael Schneider’s coverage of “Hacks,” Shanfeld’s feature on Miley Cyrus, and D’Addario’s spotlight on Charlie Hunnam.
Categories of Excellence
In the art and photography category, Daniel Doperalski earns recognition for his portrait photo encompassing the dynamic world of music, theater, and arts, specifically through his work for Variety’s “KPop Demon Hunters” cover. Shanfeld further impresses with multiple nominations, including a TV Industry Feature for his coverage of the “Baywatch” casting call and a Music/Performing Arts Industry Feature regarding the Diddy trial.
A Night of Recognition
The awards ceremony is set to unfold on December 6 at the Biltmore Hotel in Los Angeles, where Brandi Carlile will be honored with the Humanitarian Award. Last year, Variety celebrated an impressive 20 wins at the Arts & Entertainment Journalism Awards.
Full List of Variety Finalists
For a comprehensive overview of the nominated categories and honorees, here are the significant nominations:
JOURNALIST OF THE YEAR
Print Journalist of the Year: Chris Willman, Variety
Online Journalist of the Year, Tied to an Organization: Ethan Shanfeld, Variety
CRITIC, ANY MEDIA PLATFORM (PRINT, BROADCAST OR ONLINE)
Film Critic: Owen Gleiberman, Variety
Theater/Performing Arts Critic: Daniel D’Addario, Variety
Music Critic: Owen Gleiberman, Variety; Chris Willman, Variety
PHOTOGRAPHY/ART (PRINT OR ONLINE)
Portrait Photo, Music/Theater/Arts: Daniel Doperalski, Variety, “The Women of ‘KPop Demon Hunters’ on Overcoming Rejection, ‘Golden’s’ Success and Breaking Boundaries for Korean Culture: ‘Drop the K. It’s No More’”
PRINT ONLINE
Obituary/In Appreciation, Film Personalities: Owen Gleiberman, Variety, “Remembering Robert Duvall, Whose Acting Brilliance Colored in the Light and Dark Sides of Humanity”
Obituary/In Appreciation, TV Personalities: Daniel D’Addario, Variety, “Remembering Eric Dane: From ‘Grey’s Anatomy’ to ‘Euphoria,’ He Went From McSteamy to an Actor of Surprising Depth”
PRINT—NEWSPAPERS OR MAGAZINES
Business, Film: Brent Lang, Ethan Shanfeld, Variety, “Can New Disney CEO Josh D’Amaro Weather AI, Revitalize ‘Star Wars’ and Marvel and Save the Magic Kingdom?”
Business, TV/Streaming: Brian Steinberg, Variety, “CBS News Veers Toward Dysfunction Under Bari Weiss Following Gaffes at 60 Minutes, Evening News”
Personality Profile, Film Industry (over 2,500 words): Daniel D’Addario, Variety, “Jodie Foster on Rejecting Studio Movies, Revisiting ‘Silence of the Lambs’ and Whether She Came Out During Her Golden Globes Speech: ‘They Were Confused’”
Personality Profile, Film Industry (over 2,500 words): Trish Deitch, Variety, “‘I Can’t Not Be Who I Am’: Jamie Lee Curtis on Her 47-Year Career, Falling in Love With Christopher Guest and Why She Hopes Charlie Kirk Found God”
Personality Profile, TV/Streaming industry (over 2,500 words): Daniel D’Addario, Variety, “How Charlie Hunnam Became the Serial Killer From Hell: Inside the Voice Recordings, Psychotic Breakdowns and Terrifying Murders in Ryan Murphy’s New ‘Monster’”
Personality Profile, TV/Streaming industry (under 2,500 words): K.J. Yossman, Variety, “Emilia Clarke on ‘Game of Thrones’ Salary Rumors, ‘Ponies’ Season 2 and Living With Survivor’s Guilt”
Personality Profile, Music Industry (under 2,500 words): Jem Aswad, Variety, “David Byrne Goes Deep About ‘Who Is the Sky?,’ How to Be a Non-Star, and Why a Talking Heads Reunion Shouldn’t Happen: ‘Be Careful What You Long for.’”
Film Industry Feature (Over 1,000 Words): Daniel D’Addario, Variety, “Dwayne Johnson, Emily Blunt and Benny Safdie’s Underdog ‘The Smashing Machine’: In a Topsy-Turvy Year, Don’t Count Them Out for Oscars Glory”
TV Industry Feature (over 1,000 words): Michael Schneider, Variety, “From Jean Smart’s Heart Surgery to a Shocking Lesbian Episode, ‘Hacks’ Ends — and Cements Its Legacy as One of TV’s Best Comedies.”
Music/Performing Arts Industry Feature (over 1,000 words): Ethan Shanfeld, Variety, “Inside the Diddy Trial Circus: How Screaming Fans, Baby Oil and Street Preachers Turned the Courthouse Into a Madhouse.”
Columnist: Chris Willman, Variety
The nominations reflect the dedication and talent of the Variety team, setting the stage for what promises to be an exciting awards night celebrating excellence in the arts and entertainment journalism.
