“CNN will repurpose user-generated content to seed a year-end awards gala meant to honor unsung heroes throughout the world,” MediaWeek reports.
The winners of the “CNN Hero Awards” will be announced “during a special live global broadcast on CNN/U.S. and CNN International on Thursday, Dec. 6, at 9 p.m. (ET).”
Anderson Cooper and “an array of notable co-hosts to be announced later this year” will present the awards.
CNN’s platforms will feature “everyday heroes” beginning May 1. The award categories are:
— “Defending the Planet”
— “Fighting for Justice”
— “Community Crusader”
— “Medical Marvel”
— “Championing Children”
— “Young Wonder”
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