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<\/p>\nSacramento, CA…Governor Gavin Newsom and First Partner Jennifer Siebel Newsom joined the California Museum in announcing the 13th class of inductees into the California Hall of Fame. The new inductees join 122 inspirational Californians previously inducted for embodying the state\u2019s spirit of innovation.<\/p>\n
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The inductees of the California Hall of Fame 13th class are:<\/p>\n
Dr. Maya Angelou \u2013 Writer, Poet, Performer and Teacher;
\nRuPaul Charles \u2013 Actor, Model, Singer, Songwriter, Television Personality and Author;
\nBrandi Chastain \u2013 Athlete and Olympic Medalist;
\nDr. France A. C\u00f3rdova \u2013 Astrophysicist;
\nTony Hawk \u2013 Skateboarder, Entrepreneur and Philanthropist;
\nJeanne Wakatsuki Houston \u2013 Author and Activist;
\nReverend James M. Lawson, Jr. \u2013 Civil Rights Leader;
\nGeorge Lopez \u2013 Actor and Comedian;
\nWolfgang Puck \u2013 Chef, Restaurateur and Entrepreneur;
\nHelen M. Turley \u2013 Winemaker and Vintner.
\n\u201cJennifer and I are pleased to induct this class of extraordinary Californians into the Hall of Fame,\u201d said Governor Gavin Newsom. \u201cThese inductees embody California\u2019s innovative spirit and they inspire us with all they\u2019ve accomplished throughout their careers and lives.\u201d<\/p>\n
\u201cThe Hall of Fame is a chance for us to make a statement about what this state stands for, and these phenomenal Californians truly represent the best of who we are and our California values,\u201d said First Partner Jennifer Siebel Newsom.<\/p>\n
The California Hall of Fame was established in 2006 to honor legendary people who embody California\u2019s spirit and have made their mark on history through achievements across a variety of fields, including the arts, education, business and labor, science, sports, philanthropy and public service. California Hall of Fame inductees are selected yearly by the Governor and First Partner.<\/p>\n
\u201cAs a native of this great state, being inducted into the California Hall of Fame is especially heartfelt because it comes from where my dreams were born, it comes from home,\u201d said RuPaul Charles.<\/p>\n
\u201cI am proud and humbled to be from, and molded by, California,\u201d said Brandi Chastain. \u201cWith its beautiful geography, talented people, ideal weather, love and passion for our state, I am grateful for all the gifts California has bestowed upon me. With these gifts, I have learned to stand tall, take risks, be strong, have a voice and change paradigms. Thank you, California, for all you have given me and others who live within your embrace.\u201d<\/p>\n
\u201cI am so honored to be inducted into the 13th class of the California Hall of Fame,\u201d said Tony Hawk. \u201cCalifornia has always fostered innovation and creativity and I am thankful to be recognized as someone who has paved the way for future generations of skaters and groundbreakers.\u201d<\/p>\n
\u201cThere is no other place in the world I\u2019d rather be from than the great state of California,\u201d said George Lopez.<\/p>\n
Inductees and family members of posthumous inductees will be presented with \u201cSpirit of California\u201d medals by the Governor and First Partner in an official ceremony held at the California Museum Tuesday, Dec. 10 at 7:00 p.m. In addition, the lives and legacies of the new inductees will be featured in an all-new artifact exhibit at the California Museum opening at 10:00 a.m. Wednesday, Dec. 11.<\/p>\n
\u201cWe\u2019re thrilled to celebrate this new class with Governor Newsom and the First Partner,\u201d said California Museum Board of Trustees Chair Richard S. Costigan III. \u201cWe\u2019re also grateful to lead sponsor Visit California. With their generous support, the Museum\u2019s programming highlighting the state\u2019s diverse history, arts and culture will inspire more than 120,000 visitors to make their own mark on history in 2020.\u201d<\/p>\n
\u201cFor centuries, people have looked west to California to make their dreams come true, striving to innovate and rise above the norm. This year\u2019s class of inductees continues that grand tradition, each in their own exceptional way,\u201d said Caroline Beteta, Visit California President and CEO. \u201cTheir great works build on California\u2019s storied history, paving the way for future generations to blaze their own trail, keeping the Golden State\u2019s pioneering spirit alive and thriving.\u201d<\/p>\n
Members of the public are invited to watch red carpet arrivals for the 13th Annual California Hall of Fame Tuesday, Dec. 10, in a public viewing area on 10th Street between P and O Streets starting at 4:00 p.m. Following red carpet arrivals, the 13th Annual California Hall of Fame induction ceremony will be broadcast live at 7:00 p.m. at https:\/\/www.californiamuseum.org\/webcasts.<\/p>\n
To date, the 13th Annual California Hall of Fame\u2019s lead sponsor is Visit California. For details and a downloadable press kit, visit https:\/\/www.californiamuseum.org\/press-kits\/13-hof.<\/p>\n
ABOUT CALIFORNIA MUSEUM<\/p>\n
The California Museum educates visitors on California\u2019s diverse history, arts, culture and unique influence on the world. Through interactive exhibits and engaging programs, the Museum inspires visitors to make their mark on history. Learn more at https:\/\/www.californiamuseum.org.\u200b<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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