Paris Barclay Named Honorary Life Member of Directors Guild of America
Cynthia Littleton Business EditorProlific director Paris Barclay has been named an honorary life member of the Directors Guild of America.The life member designation is one of the guild’s highest honors, recognizing his career achievements and leadership in the industry. Barclay, known for directing TV shows ranging from “Glee” to “Sons of Anarchy,” served as president of DGA from 2014 to 2017.“Paris is one of the statesmen of our industry, and his leadership has been transformative – whether on set creating iconic television, at the negotiating table fighting for our members, or as a champion for a fair and equitable world,” the DGA said in a statement.