National Entertainment Academy for Military and Veterans
MVA
Military & Veteran
ENTERTAINMENT AWARDS
MAY 23, 2026
SKIRBALL CULTURAL CENTER
Receiving the Patriot Ally Award
Dennis Quaid, Actor & Producer
Maurice P. Kerry
Co-Host, Actor, Producer, Marine Combat Veteran
Davina Wong
Co-Host, Actor, Air Force Veteran Retired
YOUR HOSTS
Coffey Anderson
Special Performance -
Independent Artist seen around the world for his music and dedication to the veteran cause.
Nate Boyer
Opening Remarks
Army Combat Veteran, Special Operations, Actor, Producer, Former NFL Player and Co-Founder MVP
B.J. Lange
Floor Interviews & Engagement
Air Force Veteran, Actor, Comedian, American Legion 43, SAG-AFTRA
Heidi-Marie Ferren
An award-winning actress, writer, and producer, known for Unbelievable!!!!! and her role as the last reigning Miss USO, supporting service members and veterans around the world.
Special Appearances
Special award recipients
Presenters & Special guests
Recognizing the Military and Veterans in Entertainment Media & Redefining the Narrative
The National Entertainment Awards Academy for Military & Veterans (NEAAMV)
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Leads a national initiative to recognize and elevate veteran-related content in film and media
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Hosts two signature events:
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MV Shorts LA Film Festival
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MV National Entertainment Awards
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Showcases talent both in front of and behind the camera
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Provides scholarships to support the next generation of veteran creatives
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Produces original film projects that create real-world opportunities for military-connected talent
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Maximizes impact — over 90 cents of every dollar goes directly toward mission-driven programming
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Empowers veterans by reshaping the narrative and expanding representation in entertainment
The Narrative Matters
31 million active duty service members, veterans, and their families live in the U.S.—but their stories are often misunderstood or misrepresented in media.
Media Coverage Breakdown:
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40% Negative
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25% Positive
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35% Neutral
Despite their service and sacrifice, the veteran profile is still widely misrepresented in entertainment and news.
MV Awards exists to change that—to elevate authentic voices, challenge outdated stereotypes, and create a more accurate, empowering narrative.
Brought to you by
Ronald Reagan Palisades Post 283
No Spin. Just Grins. —Non-partisan • Family-friendly • Veteran-led
The Nightly Debrief
The Nightly Debrief is a live talk-show style series hosted by Nick Lannan, Marine combat veteran and actor, featuring candid conversations with veterans, filmmakers, and leaders in the entertainment industry. Produced by the National Entertainment Awards Academy for Military & Veterans, the program highlights the stories, creativity, and perspectives of those shaping the narrative around military service in film, television, and media. Each episode brings together inspiring voices who are helping elevate veterans in entertainment while connecting audiences to powerful stories of service and storytelling. Episodes are recorded live and streamed on VetStreamTV.
Media + Sponsorship
Limited sponsorship opportunities may be available, including on-site visibility, livestream mentions, and promotional placement leading up to the event.
Your Contributions
EVERY DOLLAR you give helps us deliver meaningful programs, with more than 90 cents of every dollar GOING DIRECTLY TO THE MISSION.
The combined military and veteran community — over 31 million strong — is a powerful part of our nation, too often overlooked in media, despite its potential to drive a positive and uplifting narrative.
