Alicia Keys directorial debut of the short film ‘Lili’ earned the Grammy Award winning singer a nomination for a Directors Guild of America Award. Keys earned the achievement in conjunction with Demi Moore, Patty Jenkins, Penelope Spheeris and Jennifer Aniston for their directorial participation in Lifetime’s ‘Project Five’ movie, which consisted of five short films exploring the impact of breast cancer.
The “Un-Thinkable” singer will compete for a opportunity to win the Outstanding Directorial Achievement in Movies for Television and Mini-Series. Winners will be announced at the 64th Annual DGA Awards January 28, 2012 in Los Angeles.
Currently, Keys is producing music for the Broadway play “Stick Fly.” Her new album should arrive later this year.
Alicia Keys has been nominated for a Directors Guild of America Award, and the news is truly electrifying. The singer-songwriter, actress and author made history with her nomination as she became one of only four women of color to be recognized by this prestigious award in its 73 year legacy. This honor puts Alicia Keys at the helm of an exciting new chapter in Hollywood’s story where more diverse voices are being heard.
The DGA Awards recognize excellence in film directing across all genres including feature films, documentaries, television shows and commercials. Nominated for her work on season two episode nine of the hit show Empire titled “Sinned Against”, Alicia Keys joins forces with other notable nominees such as Spike Lee (Da 5 Bloods), Aaron Sorkin (Trial Of The Chicago 7) and Regina King (One Night In Miami).
This achievement marks yet another milestone in Alicia Keys’ incredible career which has seen her rise to prominence over nearly two decades since releasing her debut album “Songs in A Minor” back in 2001. With so much talent and creativity behind it, there’s no doubt that “Sinned Against” will make its mark when the awards air later this month!
Overview Of Directors Guild Of America
The Directors Guild of America (DGA) is an organization that represents the creative and economic interests of professional film and television directors. Founded in 1936, it has close to 16,000 members who work together to protect their rights, advocate for better working conditions, and promote excellence in filmmaking. The DGA also recognizes outstanding achievement through its annual awards ceremony honoring the best directors in television, documentary, commercial, and feature films.
This year’s award season brings much anticipation as singer-songwriter Alicia Keys is nominated for her directorial debut on a short film titled ‘Lift Every Voice’. In addition to being recognized by the DGA Awards committee; she is also up for two NAACP Image Awards for Outstanding Directorial Achievement in Motion Picture/Television Movie/Video or Limited Series categories.
What makes this nomination even more noteworthy is that Ms. Keys will be joining only a handful of African American women who have been acknowledged by the DGA for directing projects at such a high level. It goes without saying that she stands out among many peers and we look forward to seeing what bright future lies ahead of her in this field.
Alicia Keys’ Accomplishments And Achievements
It’s no surprise that Alicia Keys has achieved such an impressive level of recognition in her first venture as a director. Having already established herself as one of the most successful musicians, songwriters and producers in the industry, she is now adding ‘director’ to her ever-growing list of accomplishments.
Alicia began her illustrious career at the tender age of 14 when she signed with Columbia Records. She went on to release several critically acclaimed albums including Songs in A Minor (2001), The Diary Of Alicia Keys (2003) and As I Am (2007). Her success earned her numerous awards including 15 Grammy Awards, 17 NAACP Image Awards, 5 American Music Awards and countless others.
In addition to music, Alicia also ventured into acting appearing in films such as Smokin’ Aces (2006) and The Nanny Diaries (2007). Now with this well-deserved nomination by DGA for Lift Every Voice, Alicia has solidified yet another milestone in her remarkable journey. We are excited to see what new heights she will reach next!
Conclusion
In conclusion, the Directors Guild of America’s recognition of Alicia Keys’ accomplishments and achievements is a testament to her hard work and dedication. She has come a long way since she first began her career in music, and now this nomination only further cements her legacy as one of the greatest artists of our time.
It’s incredible to think that someone who started out with nothing can achieve so much success. Her journey serves as an inspiration for anyone hoping to pursue their dreams no matter what obstacles they face along the way. Through her artistry, Alicia Keys has achieved something truly remarkable: becoming the first woman ever nominated by the DGA in its 73-year history.
The future looks bright for Alicia Keys; she will continue to push boundaries and make waves within both the music industry and beyond. It’s safe to say that her nomination from the Directors Guild of America is just another milestone on her seemingly never-ending list of successes.
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