Mel Brooks and Quinta Brunson Win Prestigious Peabody Awards

Mel Brooks receives the Career Achievement Award, while Quinta Brunson is honored with the Trailblazer Award at the 84th annual Peabody Awards.

Mel Brooks and Quinta Brunson were unanimously chosen by the Peabody Board of Jurors for their significant contributions to television comedy.
Brooks, known for setting the standard in TV comedy, adds the Peabody Career Achievement Award to his extensive list of accolades including two Academy Awards, four Emmys, and three Grammys.
Quinta Brunson, creator and star of 'Abbott Elementary,' receives the Trailblazer Award for her innovative storytelling and impact on social change through comedy.
The awards ceremony will take place on June 9 in Los Angeles, marking the first in-person Peabody Awards ceremony since 2019.
This year’s ceremony also marks the first time the Peabody Awards will be held in Los Angeles, reflecting a significant moment in the event's history.