Dana Walden at the Disney 2025 Upfront Red Carpet held at North Javits Center on May 13, 2025 in New York, New York. (Photo by Kristina Bumphrey/Variety via Getty Images) Share on Facebook Share on X Share to Flipboard Send an Email Show additional share options Share on LinkedIn Share on Pinterest Share on Reddit Share on Tumblr Share on Whats App Print the Article Post a Comment Dana Walden, co-chairman of Disney Entertainment, will receive the 2025 International Emmy Founders Award at the 53rd International Emmy Awards gala in New York on Nov. 24. The International Academy of Television Arts & Sciences announced the honor Monday, citing Walden's "transformative impact" on the industry and the global reach of the series she has overseen during her career. "Dana Walden's contributions to entertainment are truly remarkable, having shaped the creation and success of numerous iconic and award-winning television series," said Academy president and CEO Bruce L. Paisner. "Her leadership, first as CEO of Fox Television Group and now as co-chairman of Disney Entertainment, has played a pivotal role in influencing the global industry. We are delighted to recognize her exceptional work and lasting impacts with the Founders Award." Related Stories Movies Mohammad Rasoulof Is Considering a Return to Iran and Has Three Film Scripts Ready Business Pinewood to Name Toronto Soundstage After Late Paul Bronfman (Exclusive) Walden called the honor "an extraordinary privilege," crediting her collaborators. "I've worked with some of the most talented creators and executives in the world - people who care deeply about storytelling and its power to connect audiences across the globe," she said. "This recognition reflects their passion and dedication, and I am very proud of what we've accomplished together." At Disney, Walden oversees the company's global portfolio of entertainment media, news and content businesses, sharing oversight of Disney+ and Hulu along with technology and ad sales. Disney+ now operates in more than 150 countries and 40 languages. In 2024, the company received 60 Emmy Awards, breaking the record for the most wins in a single year by one company. Before joining Disney, Walden was CEO of Fox Television Group, where she led Fox Broadcasting Company from fourth to first place in the ratings. She has overseen the production and development of series including 24, Abbott Elementary, The Americans, American Horror Story, American Idol, The Bear, Dancing with the Stars, Family Guy, Glee, Grey's Anatomy, Homeland, The Kardashians, Modern Family, Only Murders in the Building, Percy Jackson and the Olympians, Shōgun, The Simpsons and This Is Us. Past recipients of the Founders Award include Steven Spielberg, Oprah Winfrey, J.J. Abrams, Jesse Armstrong, Shonda Rhimes, Ryan Murphy and David E. Kelley. THR Newsletters Sign up for THR news straight to your inbox every day Subscribe Sign Up The Secret Life of Walter Mitty 'Awards Chatter' Pod: Adam Scott on 'Severance' Emmy Noms, 'Parks and Rec' Lessons and Learning Improv From Will Ferrell Shrinking 'Shrinking' Boss Reveals What It's Like Writing Lines for Harrison Ford Live Feed 'The Chi' Stars Lynn Whitfield, Yolonda Ross Open Up About Their Dramatic Season 7 Exits Netflix Netflix Downgrades Meghan Markle and Prince Harry to a First-Look Deal, Just Like the Obamas Taxi Driver Apple TV+ Unveils First Look at Martin Scorsese Documentary 'Mr. Scorsese' Trump John Oliver Mocks Trump's Stroll Atop White House Roof: "The President Just Fully Snoopied on National TV" The Secret Life of Walter Mitty 'Awards Chatter' Pod: Adam Scott on 'Severance' Emmy Noms, 'Parks and Rec' Lessons and Learning Improv From Will Ferrell Shrinking 'Shrinking' Boss Reveals What It's Like Writing Lines for Harrison Ford Live Feed 'The Chi' Stars Lynn Whitfield, Yolonda Ross Open Up About Their Dramatic Season 7 Exits Netflix Netflix Downgrades Meghan Markle and Prince Harry to a First-Look Deal, Just Like the Obamas Taxi Driver Apple TV+ Unveils First Look at Martin Scorsese Documentary 'Mr. Scorsese' Trump John Oliver Mocks Trump's Stroll Atop White House Roof: "The President Just Fully Snoopied on National TV"