2024 Freedom Award Recipients
Jane Rosenthal
Jane Rosenthal is an acclaimed American film producer and businesswoman. She is best known as the co-founder of Tribeca Enterprises, which operates the Tribeca Film Festival, alongside actor Robert De Niro. The festival was founded in 2002, shortly after the September 11 attacks, with the aim of revitalizing the Tribeca neighborhood and boosting the local economy through art and film. Rosenthal has produced numerous successful films, including Meet the Parents, The Good Shepherd, and About a Boy. Throughout her career, she has been a major force in promoting independent film, supporting emerging filmmakers as well as a variety of charitable causes.
Liev Schreiber
Liev Schreiber is an American actor, director, and screenwriter known for his versatility and gravitas in both film and television. He gained widespread recognition for his role as Ray Donovan in the Showtime series Ray Donovan, which earned him multiple award nominations. Schreiber has appeared in numerous films, including Scream, The Manchurian Candidate, Spotlight, and most recently, the hit Netflix show The Perfect Couple. In addition to his film work, he is an accomplished stage actor, performing in Shakespeare productions and earning a Tony Award for his role in Glengarry Glen Ross. He is also a noted voice actor, having narrated many documentaries. Schreiber is known for his tremendous humanitarian and charitable work throughout the years.
Bernadette Castro
Bernadette Castro is an American businesswoman and political figure known for her leadership in both the private and public sectors. She gained prominence as the CEO of Castro Convertibles, a furniture company started by her father, where she became the face of the brand in the 1950s through TV commercials. Later, she served as New York State Commissioner of Parks, Recreation, and Historic Preservation under Governor George Pataki from 1995 to 2006, during which time she was responsible for overseeing hundreds of parks and historical sites across the state. She is also active in philanthropy, supporting various causes including children's health and education.
Andrew Sabin
Andrew Sabin is an American businessman and passionate philanthropist with a strong focus on environmental conservation. Sabin is passionate about environmental causes and founded the Andrew Sabin Family Foundation, which supports wildlife conservation, climate change mitigation, and sustainable energy solutions. He is also actively involved in funding research to combat diseases such as cancer. Sabin has been recognized for his contributions to environmental activism and philanthropy, particularly through his support of organizations like the Environmental Defense Fund.
