This prolific slate of projects speaks to Lena’s impeccable taste as a producer and enormous capacity to fall in love with a story, and she shared insights about her life and work that invited our audience to engage with our own capacity for inspiration and connection.īeyond working as a creative at the top of her game, Lena is a masterful strategist. Lena is a consummate artist, immersing herself in her current projects, of which there are many: her ground-breaking production company Hillman Grad Productions, its Rising Voices Initiative, a $1.35M investment in BIPOC filmmakers and record label with Def Jam, an upcoming book imprint with Zando, and numerous films and television series. Lena is no stranger to the red carpet, where she has dazzled in statement-making couture, or the awards podium – she is the first Black woman to win an Emmy Outstanding Writing for a comedy for Master of None, and has been lauded as an actor, writer, director, and producer – so the opportunity to hear Lena speak about what inspires her and fuels her passion in a more intimate conversation was exceptional.
When LENA WAITHE stopped by the Harry Walker Agency recently for a virtual visit, our office was enthralled by the depth of her artistry and her commitment to amplifying the voices of others. Lena Waithe is an incredible storyteller and a Hollywood tastemaker Lena is a sought-after leader in the entertainment industry, speaking to the endless possibilities of intentional collaboration that centers under-represented voices.
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A tireless advocate for representation, Lena was honored at the 2020 Essence Black Women in Hollywood event, took home a Gracie Award for her Showtime series The Chi, and was featured on the 2018 TIME 100 list in a tribute written by Vice President Kamala Harris. She continues to grow her body of work with diversity, charisma, and comedy.īeyond the screen, Lena’s production company Hillman Grad Productions has partnered with Indeed to launch Rising Voices, a $1.35M investment in BIPOC filmmakers to fight against the status quo by giving marginalized storytellers the opportunity to access the industry and tell their stories. Lena became the first Black woman to win the Primetime Emmy Award for Outstanding Writing for a Comedy Series for her work on the critically acclaimed Netflix series Master of None. Lena Waithe is an award-winning writer, creator, producer, actor and CEO establishing herself as a Hollywood powerhouse, who expertly taps into emerging cultural sensibilities with a sharp wit and unique perspective, challenging audiences to think outside conventional norms.