George Pennacchio
During his broadcasting career, George has won three Emmy Awards for his work. He has also been honored with The Press Award by The Publicists Guild of America for his coverage of the entertainment industry. He's one of only four journalists who have received The Critics' Critic Award from The Broadcast Film Critics Association, North America's largest critics group.
While on assignment in South Africa in 2007 to cover the opening of "The Lion King" on stage in its homeland, George did a series of reports involving entertainment, health and social programs that empower the women of South Africa with connections here in Southern California.
George serves on the board of the charity group, The Thalians, which raises money for the maintenance of the Thalians Mental Health Center at Cedar-Sinai Medical Center. He and his wife, Erin, also support various greyhound charities devoted to saving the dogs once their racing days are over.
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George's Stories
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The new movie "Nightbitch" is based on a novel about a stay-at-home mom who starts transforming into a dog at night. That's the easy explanation for Amy Adams' new film about the challenges of motherhood, identity, isolation, getting older and more.
Timothée Chalamet embodies Bob Dylan in 'A Complete Unknown'
"A Complete Unknown," starring Timothée Chalamet tells the story of how Bob Dylan went from a 19-year-old with $5 in his pocket to becoming one of the biggest musical stars of the day, all in less than three years.
Jude Law stars in 'The Order,' new movie based on true story of white supremacists, domestic terror
Jude Law is enjoying a busy week. Along with his new Disney+ series "Star Wars: Skeleton Crew," he also stars in the tense new drama, "The Order." It's based on a true story of bank robberies, white supremacists and domestic terror.
Joey Graziadei wins 'Dancing with the Stars' season 33
It took two months of jaw-dropping ballroom performances to find out who would win "Dancing with the Stars!" Joey Graziadei and pro partner Jenna Johnson took home the Mirrorball trophy Tuesday night.
'Moana 2' star Auli'i Cravalho proud to represent her culture as she returns to signature role
"I feel so grateful to have a film where our heroine is a young woman of Pacific Island descent." Actress Auli'i Cravalho is proud to return to her role of "Moana" in the film's sequel.
'Wicked' proves it's just as 'Popular' on big screen as on Broadway
"We needed to shoot for the moon." Director Jon M. Chu decided to tackle the high-flying adaptation of "Wicked" with a go-big-or-go-home attitude.
Meet the young songwriting duo making beautiful music for 'Moana 2'
"Moana 2" brings back some favorite animated characters, colorful animation and great music from a history making composer duo. Abigail Barlow and Emily Bear make up Disney's youngest composers for an animated feature, and the first all-female songwriting duo.
Disney's latest animated adventure 'Moana 2' debuts in Hawaii
Along with fan favorite characters from the original, "Moana 2" features new heroes, new villains and a new little sister for Moana.
One perfect score, an unexpected ending for 'Dancing with the Stars' semifinal round
A bit of perfection and a big surprise were part of the drama and excitement for Tuesday's semifinal round of "Dancing with the Stars."
Estranged sisters take a road trip in new movie, 'For When You Get Lost'
Women are the stars in front of the camera and behind it in the new movie 'For When You Get Lost.' The movie tells the story of estranged sisters who wind up on a road trip to make amends with their dying dad, someone never in contention for that "Father of the Year" trophy.