Debbie Allen the legendary actress, choreographer, and producer was honored at the 73rd Annual Emmy Awards Ceremony with the Academy of Television Arts & Sciences’ prestigious Governors Award during the Sunday 19th 2021 telecast.
The Academy of Television Arts & Sciences’ board of Governors grants the annual award to an “individual for outstanding achievement in the arts and sciences which is either of a cumulative nature or so extraordinary and universal in nature as to go beyond the scope of the Emmy Awards presented in the categories and areas of the competition,” according to their site.
73rd Emmy Awards: Governors Award
Allen was selected for her “unprecedented achievements in television and her commitment to inspire and engage marginalized youth through dance, theater arts, and mentorship.” Allen has even choreographed the Emmy Awards Ceremony itself an impressive 10 times.