Skydance Co-CEO Ynon Kreiz Honored with Simon Wiesenthal Humanitarian Award
Skydance co-CEO Ynon Kreiz received the Simon Wiesenthal Center Humanitarian Award in Los Angeles, as Hollywood stars and leaders gathered to address global antisemitism.
Ynon Kreiz, the Israeli co-CEO of Skydance, received the 2026 Humanitarian Award from the Simon Wiesenthal Center during a gala event at the Beverly Wilshire Hotel. The prestigious accolade was presented by David Ellison, Hollywood star Gal Gadot, and producer Jeffrey Katzenberg, honoring Kreiz's commitment to philanthropy, education, and the fight against hate.
Accepting the award, Kreiz addressed the alarming global rise of antisemitism and emphasized corporate moral responsibility. He noted that defending Israel does not mean it is immune to criticism, while stressing that the battle against antisemitism is a struggle against hatred in all its forms. Kreiz also reflected on his upbringing in Tel Aviv, his family roots across Ukraine, Austria, and the United Kingdom, and his early career in media under mentor Haim Saban.
The gala drew top-tier Hollywood figures, executives, and creators, including Vin Diesel, Jerry Bruckheimer, Lior Raz, and Casey Bloys. Israeli President Isaac Herzog addressed the audience via a video message, declaring, "Together we will win."
Gal Gadot delivered an emotional speech on stage, praising Kreiz's dedication and leadership. Speaking with a broken voice, she warned against turning a blind eye to rising hatred, urging communities to stand firm and spread light during challenging times.
