Judith Light
The Monte-Carlo Television Festival announced that two iconic figures from the audiovisual world, Judith Light and Mireille Dumas, will preside over the Fiction and News & Documentaries juries, respectively, at the 64th edition of the festival, taking place from 13 to 17 June 2025 at the Grimaldi Forum Monaco.
For the first time in the Festival’s history, two women will lead the juries of the 64th Monte-Carlo Television Festival this year. This bold decision highlights the Festival’s commitment to promoting excellence and diversity in television. Their expertise and sharp insight will be invaluable assets in recognising the most outstanding productions competing this year.
Cécile Menoni, Executive Director of the Festival praised the new jury leaders: "We are honoured to welcome two exceptional figures as Jury Presidents this year. Their talent, dedication, and unique perspective on audiovisual creation will undoubtedly enrich this edition of the Festival. They embody the excellence and innovation that drive our industry, and we look forward to celebrating the very best of international television with them," expressed.
Judith Light has left an indelible mark on television, film and theatre with her outstanding performances. A graduate of Carnegie Mellon University, she began her career on stage before gaining public recognition through her role as Karen Wolek in the soap opera "One Life to Live", for which she won two consecutive Daytime Emmy Awards. She achieved international fame as Angela Bower in the hit sitcom "Who’s the Boss?", which aired from 1984 to 1992. Over the years, Judith has demonstrated her versatility in acclaimed series such as "Ugly Betty", Transparent and The Politician, and other recent projects include "Julia and Shining Vale".
Last year, Light won the Guest Actress in a Comedy Series Primetime Emmy for Peacock’s Rian Johnson series "Poker Face". Judith’s latest projects include Apple TV+ series "Before", alongside Billy Crystal, Searchlight’s film "The Menu" and "Out of My Mind" for Disney+. Next up, she stars in "The Terror: Devil in Silver" for AMC and Scott Free Productions. Her commitment to complex roles in television and film and her exceptional contribution to the performing arts recently earned her a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame.
Meanwhile, French journalist, director, and producer Mireille Dumas is widely recognised for her humanistic approach and her ability to give a voice to people from all walks of life. As the creator and host of groundbreaking programmes that have profoundly shaped the French audiovisual landscape—such as Bas les masques and Vie privée, vie publique—she has established herself as a leading figure in documentary filmmaking and investigative reporting, bringing authentic and poignant stories to the forefront. Her sharp insight and deep sensitivity to human destinies make her an ideal jury president to honour the finest documentaries and news programmes in competition.
Under her leadership, the jury will face the challenging task of selecting the most compelling works that reflect major societal issues and the upheavals of the contemporary world.