Greg Berlanti to Receive Paley Center Honors Award at Beverly Hills Gala

Deadline · 2026-10-26
Greg Berlanti to Receive Paley Center Honors Award at Beverly Hills Gala

The Paley Center for Media will bestow its highest honor, The Paley Honors award, on prolific writer, director, showrunner, and producer Greg Berlanti at its fall gala on Thursday, December 3 at 6:30 pm at the Beverly Wilshire in Beverly Hills. The award recognizes Berlanti's nearly three-decade career, during which he has created or executive produced a remarkable slate of hit series, including 'Dawson's Creek,' 'Everwood,' 'Arrow,' 'The Flash,' 'Supergirl,' 'Riverdale,' and 'You.' Berlanti's influence extends beyond television, with directing credits on films like 'Love, Simon' and 'Life as We Know It.' This honor highlights his enduring impact on modern storytelling and his role in shaping inclusive narratives, particularly in the superhero and teen drama genres. The Paley Center's decision to celebrate Berlanti underscores his status as one of the most influential figures in contemporary media, whose work has resonated with audiences worldwide and paved the way for greater representation on screen. The gala will bring together industry leaders to honor a creative force whose contributions continue to define the television landscape.