Gerhard Zeiler To Receive 2026 International Emmy

Gerhard Zeiler, president of international at Warner Bros. Discovery, will receive the 2026 International Emmy Directorate Award. The award recognizes outstanding contributions to the international television industry.

Zeiler will accept the award at the 54th International Emmy Awards Gala on November 23 in New York City. He is being honored for his work in shaping the international television industry through periods of profound change.

Bela Bajaria, chief content officer at Netflix, will also be recognized at the gala, receiving the International Emmy Founders Award. The awards ceremony will take place on November 23 in New York City.

Gerhard Zeiler has held senior positions at broadcasters and media companies, including ORF, RTL Group, and Turner Broadcasting System. He was appointed president of WarnerMedia International in 2020 and has since overseen the integration of WarnerMedia and Discovery's international operations.

In his current role at Warner Bros. Discovery, Zeiler has been involved in the company's international expansion of HBO Max, which is now available in more than 130 countries.

## Why it matters The International Emmy Directorate Award is presented to individuals or organizations for outstanding contributions to the international television industry. The award recognizes Zeiler's commercial acumen and deep appreciation for creative talent and storytelling. His work has helped shape the international television industry, and his honor is a testament to his dedication and passion for media.

The 54th International Emmy Awards Gala will bring together industry leaders and professionals to recognize outstanding contributions to the international television industry. The ceremony will take place on November 23 in New York City, and will honor Zeiler and Bajaria for their work in the industry.