Taylor Swift will receive the Sherry Lansing Leadership Award at The Hollywood Reporter’s Women in Entertainment breakfast gala in Los Angeles. The publication announced the honour on Wednesday, November 11, recognising Swift’s influence across music and entertainment.
Filmmaker Greta Gerwig will present the award during the gathering bringing together executives and artists.
The Sherry Lansing Leadership Award celebrates trailblazers and philanthropists in entertainment and media. It honours Sherry Lansing, former Paramount Pictures chief and the first woman to lead a major Hollywood studio.
Swift’s selection recognises more than her music career. The Hollywood Reporter highlighted her fight for ownership of her recordings and determination to reshape industry expectations for female artists.
Editor-in-chief Maer Roshan praised Swift for challenging an industry that underestimated women. He credited her with reclaiming her catalogue, setting new standards for artists and helping others pursue greater control over their work. Lansing welcomed the decision, describing Swift as an inspiring example for women in music. She praised the singer’s commitment to owning her career and future, alongside her generosity and charitable contributions.
The award places Swift among a group of recipients. Past honourees include Adele, Charlize Theron, Reese Witherspoon, Viola Davis, Barbra Streisand, Shonda Rhimes, Oprah Winfrey, Diane Keaton and Meryl Streep. Gerwig’s role as presenter adds another name to the ceremony.
The filmmaker earned recognition for directing Barbie, which became a global box-office success and received Academy Award nominations.
The gala coincides with the release of The Hollywood Reporter’s Women in Entertainment issue. Its Power 100 list highlights influential female executives and talent across entertainment.
Beyond celebrating established leaders, the event supports younger women entering entertainment. Its mentorship programme connects students from underserved Los Angeles high schools with senior executives and provides scholarships.
This year’s gathering is expected to welcome approximately 600 industry leaders and VIP guests. Lifetime returns as founding sponsor, while Lilly joins as title sponsor.
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