February
13,
2025
The Directors Guild of America celebrated its 77th Annual DGA Awards on Saturday, February 8, 2025, at the prestigious Beverly Hilton Hotel in Beverly Hills, California. This year, the event was once again hosted by the talented comedian, screenwriter, and producer, Judd Apatow, marking his sixth time in this role.
“I can’t believe the DGA brought me back to host for a sixth time. I’m starting to wonder if I’m the only one willing to do it,” Apatow humorously remarked in a press release from the DGA.
We were on the ground to chat with some of this year’s prominent directors including Ramell Ross, known for Nickel Boys, and John Chu of Wicked. Check out our interviews above!
This year’s presenters featured a star-studded lineup that included Maude Apatow, Ike Barinholtz, Adrien Brody, Marie Cantin, Colman Domingo, Paul W. Downs, Ayo Edebiri, Elle Fanning, Ralph Fiennes, Justine Lupe, Mikey Madison, Kathleen McGill, Demi Moore, Christopher Nolan, Zoe Saldana, Timothy Simons, Sebastian Stan, Taylor Tomlinson, Jessica Williams, Bowen Yang, and Michelle Yeoh.
The prestigious Lifetime Achievement Award was presented to the renowned director Ang Lee. Additionally, Unit Production Manager Mary Rae Thewlis received the Robert B. Aldrich Award, honoring her extraordinary contributions to the DGA and its members. The Frank Capra Achievement Award went to UPM Thomas J. Whalen, recognizing his significant career accomplishments and exceptional service to the DGA.
The production of the 77th Annual DGA Awards was led by Ben Roy of Ben Roy Entertainment. For the complete list of winners, visit DGA.org and check out the full winners list here.
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77th Annual Directors Guild of America Awards Hosted by Judd Apatow
