Simon Wiesenthal Center Honors David Zaslav, Raises $4.3 Million to Combat Antisemitism

Warner Bros. Discovery CEO David Zaslav Received the 2025 Humanitarian Award at the Center’s Annual Gala

The Simon Wiesenthal Center celebrated its annual Humanitarian Award Dinner on October 30, 2025 , honoring individuals who have shown exceptional courage and dedication in fighting antisemitism and hatred worldwide.

David Zaslav , President and CEO of Warner Bros. Discovery , received the organization’s 2025 Humanitarian Award , the Simon Wiesenthal Center’s highest distinction. The award was presented by Academy Award–winning director Steven Spielberg , who praised Zaslav for his leadership and advocacy for tolerance through media and storytelling.

The Los Angeles gala raised $4.3 million to support the Center’s educational, advocacy, and global initiatives. Funds w