Bill is awarded West Point Class of 1970’s Distinguished Graduate award in 2021. Read the nomination letter below.

Former MTVI CEO and HIV/AIDS advocate to help further protect millions of children from vaccine-preventable diseases. Read the official statement below from June 7th 2018 below.

In January 2011 Bill left Viacom. Read the farewell letter from Philippe Dauman below.

In his capacity as Ambassador for UNAIDS, Mr. Roedy will work to generate support in the music and entertainment industries for HIV/AIDS programs worldwide and to keep HIV prevention messages figuring prominently in young people's media.

Kofi Annan, United Nations Secretary-General (1997-2006), honors Bill Roedy for his contributions to global health.

Mary Robinson, Chair of the GAVI Alliance Board, designates Bill as GAVI’s first ever Alliance Envoy.

September 22, 2011

May 29th, 2011

Bentonville investor Paige Jernigan writes heartfelt poem for Bill and his family called, “What Makes the Roedy's Rock?”

Wyclef Jean presents Bill Roedy with the 2008 Youth AIDS Corporate Citizenship Award

Lenny honors Bill in a speech to present him with the 2004 Emmy Founder’s Award

A letter from Sumner Redstone, then CEO of Viacom, on November 21st, 1996. Above is a rare photo of Viacom Executives Sumner Redstone, Bill Roedy, Mel Karmazin, and Tom Freston all together.

America’s National Churchill Museum and Westminster College salute Mr. Roedy’s tenacious spirit and Churchillian bravery, which served to tear down a wall while pioneering history in a new direction.

Alex and Bill Roedy were honored by Gift of Life Bone Marrow Registry for their contributions and commitment to the cause.

The Distinguished Graduate Award (DGA) is to be given to graduates of the United States Military Academy whose character, distinguished service, and stature draw wholesome comparison to the qualities for which West Point strives, in keeping with its motto: “Duty, Honor, Country.”

The Miami Gala is the premier Playing for Change fundraiser of the year. In 2019 they honored Bill with their Playing for Change Legend Award.

The Cable Hall of Fame is widely accepted within the broadcast industry as the gold standard – it is the highest award of its kind to be bestowed upon the pioneers, visionaries and stars of the electronic arts.

Mike Fries, CEO and Vice Chairman of Liberty Global, presented the award to Bill and gave him a glowing introduction.

Mary Robinson, former President of Ireland and chair of the board of GAVI (Global Alliance for Vaccinations and Immunizations), asked Bill to become that foundation’s first envoy/ambassador, to help raise its profile. Click below to watch Bill encourage full participation by the private sector in support of GAVI Alliance.

General Kofi Annan appointed Bill Roedy as founding chair of the Global Media AIDS Initiative Leadership Committee. The Global Media AIDS Initiative (GMAI) is an umbrella organization that unites and motivates media companies around the world to use their influence, resources, and creative talent to address AIDS.

Founded 44 years ago on the principle of preserving and celebrating the industry's entrepreneurial and innovative spirit. To be a Cable TV Pioneer, you must have a minimum of 20 years of direct involvement in the cable industry and during those years have made a meaningful contribution in building the industry.

Presented by Geeta Rao Gupta, ICRW President, in conjunction with 100th Anniversary of International Women’s Day, for Bill’s leadership of the Staying Alive HIV/AIDS public education campaign and its impact on young people.

Presented during the Berlin Film Festival, for fighting HIV/AIDS through the Staying Alive Campaign by Lupita Nyong’o of the series Shuga.

United Nations Correspondents Association (UNCA) Global Citizen of the Year Award, presented by Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon for his work in HIV/AIDS and for addressing key issues that affect young people around the world.

In recognition of his extraordinary leadership in the cause of health and human rights, presented by Kelly Rowland.

The cable industry’s AIDS action organization, in recognition of his contributions to the fight against HIV/AIDS, presented by Wyclef Jean.

amfAR's awards are bestowed each year on select individuals in recognition of the vision, determination, and courage that mark them as leaders in the fight against AIDS. Presented by Beyonce Knowles in 2007.

On December 1st 2006, The New York AIDS Festival hosted an Opening Night Red Ball Gala at the New York Public Library. Hosted by Alexandra and Vanessa Kerry, the Gala honored the efforts of noted HIV/AIDS activists, advocates, and decision-makers, including Bill Roedy.

YouthAIDS Family Health International, and the Kaiser Family Foundation, in recognition of his services to HIV/AIDS awareness.

International Emmy Founders Award for revolutionizing music on television and supporting the fight against HIV/AIDS around the world, presented by Lenny Kravitz.

Bill Roedy was the ninth person to receive the prestigious international accolade in Cannes. The trophy was created in 1989 by Reed Midem, to recognize outstanding music industry figures, and honor their lifetime of achievement.

Award for Individual Business Leadership as Chairman of the Global Business Coalition, an honor bestowed by US President Bill Clinton.