Variety Wins 16 Southern California Journalism Awards

Variety earned 16 first-place awards at the 68th annual Southern California Journalism Awards ceremony held by the Los Angeles Press Club on Sunday night. The publication's wins spanned multiple categories, highlighting its comprehensive coverage and critical analysis across different media sectors. Among the notable achievements, Variety's music chief, Jem Aswad, received a top honor for music criticism.

Further recognition was given to Owen Gleiberman for his film criticism in pieces under 1,000 words. Aramide Tinubu was also awarded for her contributions to TV criticism, underscoring the depth of Variety's editorial talent. These awards reflect the publication's sustained commitment to high-quality journalism and insightful commentary within the entertainment industry.

The Los Angeles Press Club's annual awards celebrate excellence in journalism across Southern California, drawing submissions from numerous news organizations and individual journalists. Variety's strong performance this year signifies its continued leadership and influence in reporting on film, television, music, and other aspects of the entertainment world.