The 2017 Platinum PIAs is dedicated in loving memory to our dear friend Rodger Taylor, writer and librarian, who impacted in a positive way the lives of so many.
And our three wonderful judges this year include:
Tina Casula Gross
Ali Baynes
Rodger Taylor
The Platinum Pias nominees include:
PLATINUM PIA FOR “ACTOR MAKING A DIFFERENCE”
Danny Hicks
Lin Manuel Miranda
Victor Verhaughe
WINNER: Lin Manuel Miranda
PLATINUM PIA FOR “TEACHING ARTIST MAKING A DIFFERENCE”
Alina Bloomgarden
Bruce Payne
Mamedjarra Diop
WINNER: Alina Bloomgarden
PLATINUM PIA FOR “MUSICIAN MAKING A DIFFERENCE”
Chi-Y
Justin A.G.
Thrillumentary International Band
WINNER: Justin A.G.
PLATINUM PIA FOR “POP ICON MAKING A DIFFERENCE”
Bobby Hart
Karolyn Grimes
Tony D. Fields
WINNER: Karolyn Grimes