March 8, 2026
Laurel Awards
SCREEN LAUREL AWARD
Photo by John Russo
James Cameron
“I’ve been writing these damn things since the start of my career, four and a half decades ago, so it is truly gratifying to receive the recognition of my fellow screenwriters through such a prestigious honor.” – James Cameron
Read More Watch SpeechThe Laurel Award for Screenwriting Achievement is given to that member of the Guild who, in the opinion of the current Board of Directors, has advanced the literature of the motion picture through the years, and who has made outstanding contributions to the profession of the screen writer.
PADDY CHAYEFSKY LAUREL AWARD FOR TELEVISION
Don Reo
“Don Reo is a living legend: a master of the written word and an inspirational thinker and creator.” – Mayim Bialik
Read More Watch SpeechThe Paddy Chayefsky Laurel Award for Television Writing Achievement is given to that member of the Guild who, in the opinion of the current Board of Directors, has advanced the literature of television through the years, and who has made outstanding contributions to the profession of the television writer.