By Variety | Created at 2025-03-20 19:17:54 | Updated at 2025-04-06 12:07:36
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“Law & Order: Special Victims Unit” and “Law & Order: Organized Crime” star Christopher Meloni has been named the recipient of this year’s Canopy Award at the annual North Fork TV Festival.
A formal ceremony will be held on June 17 at The Halyard at the Sound View Greenport in New York. The festival runs June 17-18.
Per the North Fork TV Festival, “The Canopy Award honors a member of the New York television community. The winner’s persistence and integrity, bound by the twin spirits of independence and collaboration, stoke the creative ambitions of diverse people who have important stories to tell. The ceremony will feature a conversation with Mr. Meloni and an audience Q&A to follow.”
“Christopher Meloni is a powerhouse of talent whose dynamic performances and fearless storytelling have shaped the television and film industries,” North Fork TV Festival founder Noah Doyle said. “His dedication to bringing complex, unforgettable characters to life embodies the spirit of the Canopy Award, which honors those who champion diverse storytelling with persistence, integrity, and inclusivity. We are thrilled to recognize his extraordinary career and welcome him to the North Fork TV Festival.”
This year marks the 10th anniversary of the two-day North Fork TV Festival, which features exclusive screenings, in-depth panels, and curated networking experiences. New for 2025, the festival will debut an exclusive Actor’s Studio, offering intimate, masterclass-style sessions with industry experts to help performers refine their craft and navigate the evolving television landscape.
Previous featured guests at the festival have included Marcia Gay Harden, Richard Schiff, Stephen Moyer, John Turturro, Kelsey Grammer, Chris Noth, Bridget Moynahan, Aida Turturro, Carrie Preston and Constance Wu among others.
Tickets for the 2025 North Fork TV Festival are now on sale, offered in three tiers: Gold, Silver, and Bronze. The festival’s full schedule will be announced at a later date.
