HBO is rethinking its FYC and Emmy party spending in light of the COVID19 crisis
The AT&T-owned company has decided to donate $1 million that it would typically spend on awards advertising and its lavish post-ceremony bash to the Mayor's Fund for Los Angeles Emergency COVID-19 Crisis Fund. A rep for the network confirms they will not throw an Emmy party this year.
"On behalf of Bob Greenblatt and myself, we are proud to make this contribution from HBO instead of using it for our traditional Emmy party and FYC events," said Casey Bloys, president of HBO Programming. "I am tremendously proud of all of our shows in Emmy contention this year, and I am hopeful they will receive the recognition I believe is richly deserved for all of our talented collaborators, in front of and behind the camera.
The Mayor's Fund provides essential support to emergent, critical needs identified with the City as it responds to the pandemic, including support for families and small businesses, relief for healthcare workers, critical healthcare equipment, victims of domestic violence and services for the city’s homeless population.
Other entertainment companies have donated money in an effort to support those hit hardest by the virus. Netflix set up a
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