Jesse Armstrong To Receive International Emmys’ Founders Award for ‘Succession’
economictimes.indiatimes.comJesse Armstrong, the creator and showrunner, behind the acclaimed and award winning TV series "Succession" is set to be honored with the prestigious 2023 Founders Award by the International Academy of Television Arts & Sciences. The anticipated awards ceremony will take place in Novemnber as announced by the academy on Thursday, October 26th.
Hailing from the United Kingdom Jesse Armstrong is a screenwriter and producer who has left a mark in both British and American television.
Alongside his writing partner Sam Bain, he co created shows like "Peep Show" and «Fresh Meat.» In addition to his portfolio Armstrong has also made contributions to the popular sci-fi series «Black Mirror: The Entire History of You.»
Recognized for his exceptional talent, Jesse Armstrong has garnered numerous nominations and accolades throughout his career. Notably he received an Academy Award nomination for Best Adapted Screenplay for co-writing the film «In the Loop» (2009).
Furthermore he has earned three Emmy Awards for Outstanding Writing for a Drama Series thanks to his work on Successions gripping season finales.
Succession is an American comedy-drama television series that premiered on HBO on June 3, 2018, and concluded on May 28, 2023. The series follows the Roy family, the owners of worldwide media and entertainment conglomerate Waystar RoyCo, as they fight for control of the corporation amid concerns about the Patriarch's health.
