ABOUT THE EVENT
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This year, the Unforgettable Gala returns to the Beverly Hilton on Saturday, December 11. Character Media proudly presents the 19th annual awards ceremony and celebration, recognizing the Asian and Pacific Islander leaders who have fought for API presence in the arts, entertainment and culture.
On this night, our community honors the efforts and dedication of these individuals, and anticipates a future of authentic representation for all.
Dress Attire:
Black Tie | Cultural Touches Appreciated
The Unforgettable Gala is pleased to introduce its 2021 theme—‘RISE.’
‘RISE’ speaks to the ascension of our communities in the face of the hardships we’ve endured over the past two years. Despite the spread of anti-Asian hate crimes during a global pandemic, we have not only survived, but fought back—speaking out against racism, protecting our loved ones and honoring our shared cultural heritage. This year, we recognize and commemorate these efforts.
We are also celebrating 30 years since the founding of Character Media and its publication family. Since 1990, we have strived to make a place for Asian America in all entertainment arenas and have been at the forefront of the battle for representation.
With the return of Unforgettable, we once again pay tribute to the talented voices, rich diversity and incredible achievements of our community.
2021 RECAP
Gallery
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COVID-19 SAFETY
Character Media is committed to providing an experience that puts guest and staff safety first. This year’s Unforgettable Gala will incorporate measures to mitigate the spread of COVID-19 and will follow public health guidance along with local government orders.
Each guest will need to provide (1) proof of vaccination and (2) COVID test result (72 hours prior or less) via the CLEAR app. (Further instructions will be provided.) Masks will be required when not actively eating or drinking. Hand sanitizing stations will be available throughout the Beverly Hilton hotel and event spaces. The hotel also provides continuous cleaning of public spaces, utilizing advanced cleaning technology and solutions.
SPECIAL GUESTS
SHERRY COLA | HOST
DANIEL DAE KIM | KEYNOTE SPEAKER
ASHLEY PARK | KEYNOTE SPEAKER
MC JIN | PERFORMER
NIKI | PERFORMER
KOREAN SOUL | PERFORMER
AUDREY NUNA | PERFORMER
Award Recipients
Sandra Oh
Actor in TV
Justin Chon
Actor in Film
Maitreyi Ramakrishnan
Breakout in TV
Simu Liu
Breakout in Film
Destin Daniel Cretton
Director
Adele Lim
Writer
Jason Y. Lee
Digital Influencer
Jimmy O. Yang
Comedy
Shang-Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings
Vanguard
88rising | Sean Miyashiro
Changemaker
John Cho
Lexus Legacy
Shohei Ohtani
Pechanga Athlete on Another Level
Andrew and Peggy Cherng
Community Impact
Presenters
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Punam Patel
Chris Pang
Fala Chen
Benedict Wong
Janet Yang
Daniel Dae Kim
Elodie Yung
Leonardo Nam
Nina Yang Bongiovi
Alan Yang
Alexander Hodge
Desmond Chiam
Darren Barnet
Jenny Yang
Bobby Hundreds
Kelly Mi Li
Sandra Oh
Simu Liu
Niki
Johng Ho Song
Kelly Hu
Bao Nguyen
Ally Maki
Alex and Maya Shibutani
Honorable Mentions
Andrew Koji
Anna Akana
Ashley Park
Awkwafina
Bowen Yang
Chloe Zhao
Justin H. Min
Justin Lin
Kelly Marie Tran
Leah Lewis
Lee Isaac Chung
Lewis Tan
Meng’er Zhang
Olivia Liang
Patti Harrison
Poorna Jagannathan
Ronny Chieng
Steven Yeun
Special Thanks
Unforgettable Gala
Selection Committee
This year’s nominees have been chosen by an esteemed group of individuals who have tirelessly worked to represent and uplift the Asian Pacific Islander American community.
We are honored to have their support, and this event would not be possible without their efforts.
Adele Lim
Albert Cheng
Alexander Woo
Andrea Chung
Anisha Adusumilli
Ashley Lee
Ben Baller
Ben Tran
Bing Chen
Bobby Hundreds
Calista Wu
Cassey Ho
Christina Chou
Craig Shimahara
Daniel Dae Kim (Committee Chair)
David Park
Dino-Ray Ramos
Dupe Bosu
Eddie Kim
Francis Cullado
Hieu Ho
Janet Yang
Jeannie Park
Jeanne Yang
Jeff Yang
Jeniffer Kim
Jennifer Yuh Nelson
Jenny Yang
Jeremiah Abraham
Jes Vu
Jodi Long
John Cho
Julia Gouw
Kathleen I-Ying Lee
Kelly Hu
Kevin Kwan
Kevin Na
Lana Condor
Lawrence Sharma
Lee Ann Kim
Leonardo Nam
Lindsay Price
Lisa Ling
Lyle del Mundo
Manny Jacinto
Marie Jamora
Michelle Sugihara
Ngoc Nguyen
Nita Song
Paul Kim
Phil Yu
Philiana Ng
Philip Chung
Philip Wang
Pia Barlow
Rebecca Sun
Sally Chan
Snehal Desai
So Yun Um
Sujata Day
Tan France
Teddy Zee
Wesley Chan
Sponsors
Presented By
Platinum
Alcohol
Gold
Silver
Studio
Corporate
Charity Partnership
Community
SPONSORSHIP PACKAGES
PRESENTING
$300,000
- Naming rights to event: “Presented by”
- Category exclusivity
- Present at the Award Dinner & After Party
- Private dinner with award recipients and sponsors
- Official host for award recipients
- Official host for press announcement
- VIP seating for 20 people split between 3 tables*
- Celebrity seating at the orchestra tables
- Special recognition during program
- Opportunity to speak at event
- Exclusive sponsor logo on press red carpet backdrop
- 30-second commercial spot during the program (2 times)
- Rotating screen projection of logo at event and after-party
- Premium signage at event, VIP lounge and after-party
- Premium logo on all formal invitations (print)
- Premium logo on all promotional materials
- Logo on official gift bag
- Product distribution in event gift bag
- Product display during event, VIP lounge and after-party
- Special mention as presenting sponsor in all press releases
- Mention in Character Media event feature story
- Full-page back cover & center spread ad in E-Magazine
ALCOHOL
$100,000 + Product
- Product exclusivity
- VIP seating with celebrities in studio section
- Seating for 10 people split between 2 tables
- Special recognition during program
- Sponsor logo on general red carpet backdrop
- 30-second commercial spot during the program
- Rotating screen projection of logo at event
- Branded photo booth placement
- Logo on digital invitations
- Premium signage at venue
- Premium logo on all promotional materials
- Branded display during event
- Product served at hosted bar
- Product distribution in event gift bag
- Special mention in all press releases
- Mention in Character Media event feature story
- Full-page ad in E-Magazine
PLATINUM
$100,000
- Product exclusivity (except Studios)
- VIP seating with celebrities in orchestra section
- 10 people split between 2 tables
- Special recognition during program
- Sponsor logo on general red carpet backdrop
- 30-second commercial spot during the program
- Rotating screen projection of logo at event
- Branded photo booth placement
- Logo on digital invitations
- Premium signage at venue
- Premium logo on all promotional materials
- Branded display during event
- Product served at hosted bar
- Product distribution in event gift bag
- Special mention in all press releases
- Mention in Character Media event feature story
- Full-page ad in E-Magazine
AFTER-PARTY
$100,000 + Product
- Category exclusivity for after-party
- Official After-Party host
- Seating for 10 people in studio section
- Acknowledgment during program
- Logo on digital invitations
- Product distribution in event gift bag
- Branded display during after-party
- Product served at hosted bar
- Product display at after-party lounge
- Mention in all press releases
- Mention in Character Media event feature story
- Full-page ad in E-Magazine
BEVERAGE
$75,000 + Product
- Category exclusivity for reception/dinner (spirits or wine/beer)
- VIP seating with celebrities in studio section
- 10 people split between 2 tables
- Special recognition during program
- Sponsor logo on general red carpet backdrop
- 30-second commercial spot during the program
- Rotating screen projection of logo at event
- Branded photo booth placement
- Logo on digital invitations
- Premium signage at venue
- Premium logo on all promotional materials
- Branded display during event
- Product served at hosted bar
- Product distribution in event gift bag
- Special mention in all press releases
- Mention in Character Media event feature story
- Full-page ad in E-Magazine
GOLD
$75,000
- VIP seating with celebrities in orchestra section
- 10 people split between 2 tables
- Acknowledgment during program
- Rotating screen projection of logo at event
- Logo on digital invitations
- Product distribution in event gift bag
- Product display during event
- Mention in all press releases
- Mention in Character Media event feature story
- Full-page ad in E-Magazine
SILVER
$50,000
- VIP seating with celebrities in studio section
- 10 people split between 2 tables
- Acknowledgment during program
- Rotating screen projection of logo at event
- Logo on digital invitations
- Product distribution in event gift bag
- Product display during event
- Mention in Character Media event feature story
- Full-page ad in E-Magazine
STUDIO
$50,000
- Seating for 1 table/10 people in studio section
- Acknowledgment during program
- 30-second commercial during program
- Rotating screen projection of logo at event
- Logo on digital invitations
- Product distribution in event gift bag
- Product display during event
- Mention in Character Media event feature story
- Full-page ad in E-Magazine
CORPORATE
$25,000
- Seating for 10 people in corporate section
- Acknowledgment during program
- Rotating screen projection of logo at event
- Logo on digital invitations
- Product distribution in event gift bag
- Mention in Character Media event feature story
- Full-page ad in E-Magazine
COMMUNITY
$10,000
- Seating for 10 people in community section
- Acknowledgment during program
- Product distribution in event gift bag
