Hannah Storm: 2026 Gracies Icon
• The Alliance for Women in Media (AWM) announced that award-winning journalist, ESPN host, producer and director Hannah Storm will receive the prestigious Gracies Icon Award during the Gracies Leadership Awards on Monday, Nov. 16, at Tribeca 360° in New York City. The Icon Award honors a woman whose influence has left an indelible mark on media, helped shape the industry and expanded what is possible for the women who follow.
Already a multiple Gracie Award winner, Storm has brought journalistic authority and versatility to some of sports television’s most visible platforms for more than three decades, most notably at ESPN, where she has been a SportsCenter anchor since 2008. Her career also includes prominent roles at NBC Sports, CNN and CBS News.
“Hannah Storm has set a standard for journalistic excellence while helping redefine what leadership looks like in sports media,” said Becky Brooks, President of AWM/F. “Her groundbreaking career has earned the trust of audiences and opened doors for generations of women who see new possibilities because of those who came before them. Just as importantly, her commitment to mentorship ensures that impact continues. We are proud to recognize Hannah with the Gracies Icon Award and celebrate the lasting influence she has had on our industry.”
The Gracies Leadership Awards will also recognize Zenia Mucha, Chief Brand & Communications Officer, TikTok, with the inaugural Gracies Vanguard Award • Kristen Welch, Chief Financial & Operations Officer, Illustrative Mathematics, with the AWM Legacy Leadership Award • Marilu Galvez, General Manager, ABC Owned Television Stations • Tina Perry, President, OWN TV Network and OTT Streaming • Julie Talbott, President, Premiere Networks • Erin Underhill, President, Universal Television.
Event information and tickets are available HERE.
