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MS HR132
Resolution
Status
Passed
4/18/2024
Primary Sponsor
Sam Creekmore
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AI Summary
- Commends Alan Caldwell Hunter, 1979 Millsaps College graduate, for being the first video jockey (VJ) to appear on MTV on August 1, 1981.
- Recognizes Hunter's pioneering role in cable television history and his interviews with major artists including Madonna, U2, Duran Duran, and numerous other music and entertainment figures during his six years at MTV.
- Acknowledges Hunter's contributions to early reality television programming through MTV Spring Break, MTV's Amuck in America, and other programs.
- Honors Hunter's subsequent career accomplishments including founding Hunter Films (which produced Oscar-nominated and Sundance-premiered films), co-founding Birmingham's Sidewalk Film Festival, and launching Catalyst4Birmingham to promote film business and incentives in Alabama.
- Directs that copies of the resolution be furnished to Mr. Alan Caldwell Hunter and members of the Capitol Press Corps.
Legislative Description
Alan Hunter; commend Millsaps graduate upon being the first VJ on MTV and upon his contributions to film and television.
Last Action
Enrolled Bill Signed
4/22/2024
Committee Referrals
Rules4/15/2024
Full Bill Text
No bill text available