The Television Academy’s 23rd Annual Emmys Golf Classic, which unfolded on Monday, October 2, 2023, was a noteworthy event held at the renowned Riviera Country Club in Palisades, California. This prestigious club, famous as the host of the PGA Tour’s Genesis Invitational, provided the perfect backdrop for a day of golf and philanthropy. Hosted by the amiable Cedric The Entertainer, the event garnered support from sponsors, patrons, and friends, all coming together to enjoy a memorable day of golf while making a significant contribution to the Foundation’s vital internship and education programs. In total, the event raised an impressive sum, surpassing $460,000.
In the mix was Don LaFontaine Spirit Award winner Andia Winslow, a One Voice “Voice Artist of the Year”and an Emmy, Telly and Society of Voice Arts award winning voiceover actor whose credits include documentary films, animated movies, televised award shows, museum exhibitions, international advocacy campaigns, video games, audio books, promos and commercials.
In 2006, she became the fourth African American to ever compete in LPGA Tour history and her innovative wellness efforts have been recognized globally, with Forbes calling her work the “Smartest, Sexiest Workout Videos Ever.” She made her feature film debut as golf pioneer Ann Gregory in “Playing Through” (2022) and her live-action TV debut in the Sony Pictures and Amazon Prime reboot of the baseball classic “A League of Their Own” (2022).
Andia is the host of Doc World on World Channel (PBS) and a voice of NASA. Raised in Seattle and educated at Yale University, Andia dedicated time as a professional golfer, TV personality and fitness industry thought leader.
The roots of the Academy of Television Arts & Sciences stretch back to its establishment in 1946, a mere month after the inception of network television. This nonprofit organization is deeply committed to advancing the realms of telecommunication arts and sciences, with a particular focus on nurturing creative leadership within the telecommunication industry.
The Television Academy is on a mission to champion creativity, diversity, innovation, and excellence. It achieves this by acknowledging outstanding achievements, providing educational opportunities, and exercising leadership in the progression of the telecommunications arts and sciences. This noble purpose fuels their work, and events like the Emmys Golf Classic serve as a testament to their commitment to fostering the growth and excellence of the telecommunication industry.
As the singular major entity exclusively dedicated to the television and broadband screen entertainment industry, the Television Academy boasts an extensive membership base of nearly 20,000 individuals. This diverse assembly includes representatives from 31 professional peer groups, encompassing performers, directors, producers, art directors, and various other professionals, technicians, and executives within the industry.
