Gregory Zarian to Serve as Master of Ceremonies at AEF’s 75th Anniversary Gala

The Armenian Education Foundation announced that Emmy-nominated actor and advocate Gregory Zarian will serve as Master of Ceremonies at its 75th Anniversary Gala, to be held on September 7 at the Beverly Hilton.

Zarian is an Emmy-nominated actor whose recent television work includes roles on ABC’s “The Rookie” (as Atlas Rice), Hulu’s “The Wonder Years” (as Herb Hittman), and a recurring turn in Season 3 of HBO’s “Westworld” (as Reed Phillips). He will next appear in the films “Martinez, Margaritas and Murder!” and “Here We Are.” Zarian earned a Daytime Emmy nomination in 2020 for “Outstanding Performance by a Supporting Actor in a Digital Drama” for “Venice the Series” and has additional credits across network television, features, and more than 100 national commercials. Zarian is also an anti‑bullying advocate who supports The Trevor Project, Free2Luv, and Project Angel Food.

Proceeds from the gala will support AEF’s ongoing programs, including student scholarships, school renovation projects, IT education, and other STEM‑related initiatives benefiting learners across Armenia and the diaspora.