Quinta Brunson Honored at EMA Awards: “We All Have to Do What We Can to Hand Over This Planet and Make it Sustainable”
The Environmental Media Association's annual awards also recognized 'Twisters,' 'True Detective: Night Country,' 'Hacks' and more shows and films for their green commitments.
The Environmental Media Association held its 34th annual awards gala on Saturday.
Hosted by EMA board member Malin Akerman and actor Dermot Mulroney, the night recognizing Hollywood productions for their sustainability efforts took place at Radford Studios. The pair, starring in the upcoming Starz series The Hunting Wives, kept the crowd entertained throughout the evening, which started following remarks from board member Lance Bass and EMA CEO Debbie Levin.
A theme of the night — presented by Toyota — was appealing to younger generations, getting them involved in the cause of sustainability. Quinta Brunson was awarded the EMA Futures Award, which recognizes young industry professionals for their commitment to a greener lifestyle.
Brunson was introduced by her Abbott Elementary co-star Chris Perfetti in a heartfelt speech. “Quinta Brunson is nothing less than a force of nature. A modern marvel. I believe fervently that a hundred years from now, scientists will study her brain in an effort to better understand human productivity and genius,” Perfetti said of his co-star and boss.