The InfoList Emmy & Television Awards Soirée: Hollywood’s Ultimate Pre-Emmys Celebration

West Hollywood lit up on September 12, 2025, as the InfoList Emmy & Television Awards Soirée took over the legendary Skybar at the Mondrian Hotel. Recognized as one of the most prestigious networking events of the season, the soirée brought together winners, nominees, and top professionals from film, music, and television.

From 8:00 pm until the early hours of the morning, Skybar became a rooftop hub for red carpet glamour and industry networking. Against the sparkling Los Angeles skyline, Hollywood insiders gathered not just to celebrate television’s biggest night but to create opportunities and connections that could shape the future of entertainment.

A Guest List Full of Industry Heavyweights

The soirée attracted a powerful mix of talent, executives, and creatives. Leading the night was Jeff Gund, CEO and founder of INFOLIST.com, who has made the event a signature gathering of the season. Emmy-winning actor and producer Kristos Andrews (The Bay) was joined by Grammy winner Brian “Killah B” Bates, co-writer and producer of Beyoncé’s Texas Hold ’Em.

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Hollywood legends were also in attendance. Michael Berk, creator and producer of Baywatch, walked the carpet alongside Luci Kwak, two-time Emmy-winning producer of Judge Judy and Judy Justice. Michael Becker, CEO of Imprint Entertainment and producer of The Twilight Saga, added major film credentials, while Richard Walters, film executive on Whiplash, Drive, and Nightcrawler, brought an Oscar-winning touch to the room.

Fans spotted familiar faces including Jordan Belfi (Entourage, All American), Joseph Gatt (Game of Thrones, Dumbo, Wonder Woman), and Tim Russ (Star Trek: Voyager, Star Trek: Picard). Television icons like Steven L. Sears (Xena: Warrior Princess, The A-Team) and screenwriter Jim Herzfeld (Meet the Parents, Meet the Fockers) added even more prestige.

The guest list also included music producer Jeff Blue (Linkin Park, Limp Bizkit, Macy Gray, Hoobastank, Korn) and composer Tyler Westen (WandaVision, Hawkeye, Frozen 2). Puppeteering royalty was represented by Mallory Lewis (daughter of Shari Lewis, with beloved puppet Lamb Chop) and Emmy-winning Tyler Bunch (Sesame Street, The Muppets).

Red Carpet Highlights

Among the most talked-about arrivals was LA Webfest and Hollywood Series director Young Man Kang, who appeared alongside Eyes On Hollywood PR Publisher Ophelia Soumekh. Their presence underscored the event’s blend of television, film, and festival culture, reflecting the industry’s interconnected landscape.

The carpet also showcased rising stars, influencers, and digital creators with millions of followers, proving the soirée’s ability to bring together legacy Hollywood with the next generation of entertainment voices.

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Why It Matters

The InfoList soirée has become a fixture in Hollywood’s awards-season calendar that captures the spirit of celebration while creating a platform for collaboration.

For newcomers, it offers exposure and the chance to meet the right people at the right time. For veterans, it is a moment to celebrate success while strengthening industry ties. With its mix of red carpet glamour and powerhouse networking, the event is as much about the future as it is about the present.

Setting the Stage for the Emmys

As the night came to a close, one thing was clear. The InfoList Emmy & Television Awards Soirée is more than a glamorous prelude to the Emmys. It is where Hollywood’s brightest stars, visionaries, and rising talents come together to celebrate, connect, and shape what comes next for television and beyond.