Emmy and Golden Globe winner Jon Hamm is set to headline the 14th annual ATX Television Festival in Austin, Texas, marking the 10th anniversary of the acclaimed series "Mad Men." The festival, scheduled for May 29-June 1, 2025, will feature Hamm reflecting on his iconic role as Don Draper and the enduring impact of the groundbreaking drama.
Hamm's portrayal of the complex advertising executive Don Draper in Matthew Weiner's 1960s-set series earned him widespread acclaim during the show's seven-season run. The character has since been ranked among television's greatest antiheroes, alongside Tony Soprano and Walter White.
The festival's lineup includes several other noteworthy events. "Suits" stars Patrick J. Adams and Sarah Rafferty will record a live episode of their Sirius XM podcast "Sidebar: A 'Suits' Watch Podcast," offering behind-the-scenes insights from their time on the legal drama.
In a nod to classic television, the festival will present script readings from beloved series "The Golden Girls" and "Designing Women," followed by discussions about their cultural influence and treatment of social issues. While the cast for these readings remains unannounced, previous years have featured talented performers like Katey Sagal and Phil Rosenthal.
Additional programming includes a reunion of HBO's The Leftovers cast and creators, featuring Justin Theroux and Carrie Coon, a 10th-anniversary look back at "UnREAL," and special presentations by "Ted Lasso" co-creator Bill Lawrence and actor Henry Winkler.
Festival badges and passes are currently available for purchase, with pitch competition submissions being accepted through January 17, 2025.
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