Television Hall of Fame

Television Academy Hall of Fame
FormationMarch 4, 1984; 40 years ago (1984-03-04)
FounderJohn H. Mitchell
Founded atCalifornia, U.S.
TypeEntertainment hall of fame
Legal statusactive
PurposeTo honor individuals who have made an extraordinary contribution to television in the United States
Websitetelevisionacademy.com/awards/hall-of-fame

The Television Academy Hall of Fame honors individuals who have made extraordinary contributions to U.S. television. The hall of fame was founded by former Academy of Television Arts & Sciences (ATAS) president John H. Mitchell (1921–1988).[1] Inductions are not held every year.

  1. ^ "New York Times obit". January 22, 1988.