2019

December 14, 2019 | The Beverly Hilton

About the theme

For the 18th annual Unforgettable Gala we’re celebrating an unprecedented year of growth. it’s no secret that we’ve had to fight for our place in Hollywood. But now we’re seeing more Asian American faces on-screen and more Asian American projects greenlit than ever before. We are experiencing a golden age of diversity, but of course — we still have room to grow. On this special night, we invite you to join us as we celebrate our individual cultural roots and the trailblazing icons that have brought us here, while looking upwards to the continued elevation of our community.

Whether you’re from the coast of Shanghai, sunny Los Angeles or the streets of New York or anywhere in between, show us what your roots are.

Special Guests

Nominees

ACTOR IN TV

ACTOR IN FILM

breakout in tv

breakout in film

Director

Digital influencer

comedy

Awardees

Presenters

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
Alexander Woo
Amanda Nguyen
Aneesh Chaganty
Ben Tran
Carloline Yim
Cassey Ho
Christina Chou
Daniel Dae Kim

David Park
Dupe Bosu
Francis Cullado
Giancarlo Pacheco
Hieu Ho
Janet Yang
Jeff Yang
Jennifer Yuh Nelson
Jes Vu

Jim Lee
Jodi Long
Jon M. Chu
Julia Gouw
Karen Horne
Kellu Hu
Kevin Kwan
Lana Condor
Lee Ann Kim

Leonardo Nam
Manny Jacinto
Melvin Mar
Michelle Lee
Michelle Sugihara
Ngoc Nguyen
Paul Kim
Phil Yu
Philiana Ng

Philip Chung
Rebecca Sun
Rosylnn Cobarrubias
Samantha Vincent
Sev Ohanian
Snehal Desai
Stewart Kwoh
Teddy Zee
Theresa Kang

PERFORMERS

Sponsors

Lexus
J&K Gouw Foundation
Pechanga Resort Casino
One Nation
Remy Martin
AARP
HBO
Orce Cosmetics
TDW + Co
Ten Advertising
Collab Asia

2019 Highlights

Gallery