CAPE Honors Park, Jacinto, The Pitt Women at 35th Gala — SkimNews
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- CAPE marked its 35th anniversary with a gala in Downtown Los Angeles, celebrating advancements in Asian and Pacific Islander representation in media since its founding in 1991.
- Randall Park accepted the Renaissance Award, reflecting on community support and the importance of authentic storytelling while humorously declaring himself the most deserving recipient.
- The women of The Pitt, including Simran Baidwan and Lily Singh, received the Radiance Award, emphasizing that their stories behind and in front of the camera affirm AAPI women’s and non-binary voices in healthcare narratives.
- Manny Jacinto was honored with the Champion award, acknowledging CAPE’s sustained support for underrepresented talent and its role in elevating diverse stories across major projects like The Acolyte and Freakier Friday.
- CAPE announced it raised $357,146 toward its $500,000 fundraising goal by 2026, surpassing its target for the evening and signaling strong momentum for future initiatives.
Why it matters: CAPE’s milestone and fundraising success demonstrate institutional traction for AAPI representation, with $357,146 secured to expand pipelines for marginalized creators — directly supporting talent who historically lack access to mainstream industry resources.
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