Producers Guild Of America To Honor Mara Brock Akil With The 2026 Norman Lear Achievement Award
Acclaimed television writer and producer Mara Brock Akil will receive the 2026 Norman Lear Achieved Award from the Producers Guild of America (PGA). The honor will be presented at the 37th annual PGA Awards at the Fairmont Century Plaza in Los Angeles on February 28, 2026.
Akil is being recognized for her extraordinary and culturally influential contributions to television. PGA presidents Donald De Line and Stephanie Allain praised her career and impact, stating, “The hallmark of a great producer is the ability to bring stories to life with both purpose and imagination. Mara Brock Akil has done this throughout her career, leaving an indelible impact on television and the industry as a whole. With shows like Girlfriends, The Game, and Being Mary Jane, she has set a standard for excellence that continues with her most recent series, Forever. Her body of work stands as a testament to the profound influence producers can have on the medium.”
From all of us at TheBlkScript, congratulations to Mara Brock Akil on this prestigious honor!
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