Angie Harmon to Headline MIPCOM Women in Entertainment Event
Angie Harmon will deliver the keynote address at the 14th annual Women in Global Entertainment Power Lunch during MIPCOM Cannes. The event, co-hosted by A+E Networks and The Hollywood Reporter, takes place Oct. 12 at the Majestic Hotel. Harmon will be in conversation with broadcaster Elizabeth Day.
The keynote continues a tradition of spotlighting female industry leaders at MIPCOM, with A+E Networks and The Hollywood Reporter co-hosting the luncheon for over a decade. Harmon’s career spans television and film, including leading roles in “Rizzoli & Isles” and “Law & Order,” while also working as a director and producer. Her conversation partner, Elizabeth Day, is a British novelist and broadcaster known for her interview work. The event is scheduled for the first day of the four-day market, which draws global content buyers and sellers to Cannes.
The lunch’s longevity underscores its role as a networking fixture during the international television market. A+E Global Media’s Deborah Bradley emphasized the company’s ongoing commitment to supporting women’s voices, while MIPCOM director Lucy Smith highlighted the event’s importance for connection and celebration. Harmon’s dual experience in front of and behind the camera offers a fitting perspective for discussions on creative leadership and industry influence.
This event may reinforce the visibility of women in senior entertainment roles, offering a platform for mentorship and networking that could influence hiring and project development. Attendees—executives, producers, and talent—may carry takeaways that shape more inclusive storytelling and workplace practices. For audiences, such high-profile conversations can normalize female leadership in media, potentially inspiring emerging professionals. However, its impact is likely limited to industry insiders, with broader societal effects indirect and gradual.