AWMF Taps Vargas to Host Annual Gracie Awards Luncheon

RADIO ONLINE | Tuesday, June 13, 2023 | 7:58pm CT

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Alliance for Women in Media Foundation (AWMF) taps television journalist Elizabeth Vargas, host and anchor of "Elizabeth Vargas Reports" on NewsNation, to host the 48th Annual Gracie Awards Luncheon set for June 20 at Cipriani 42nd Street in New York. The Gracie Awards recognize exemplary content created by, for and about women in all facets of media and entertainment.

"The theme of the 48th Annual Gracie Awards is storytelling, and Elizabeth Vargas is the consummate storyteller. She is a veteran in our industry and her authenticity and focus on journalistic excellence make her the perfect fit to help us recognize the local and student winners at this year's luncheon," said Alliance for Women in Media Foundation President Becky Brooks.

Vargas has covered breaking news and reported on in-depth investigations and stories for decades. Her 15 plus years as host of ABC's 20/20, serving as co-anchor of ABC's World News Tonight, a frequent host of "Good Morning America" and her work on A&E Investigates, has earned her the trusted reputation and top source for news world-wide. Vargas is a member of the board of directors for the non-profit Partnership to End Addiction and hosts "Heart of the Matter," a podcast focused on addiction, recovery, and the stigma so many face in their effort to heal.

Presenters at the Gracie Awards Luncheon will include Judi Franco, co-host #1 rated "Dennis & Judi" midday show on Townsquare's New Jersey 101.5; Sara Haines, Co-Host, ABC's The View; Maxwell of the world famous Z100 in New York hosting "The Maxwell & Crystal Show" an iHeartMedia station; Shima Oliaee, CEO and founder of Shirazad Productions; and Brigitte Quinn, creator, host and Managing Editor of Audacy affiliate Newsline on NYC's WCBS 880.