The Hall of Fame induction
ceremony has become New
Jersey’s own Oscars Night. It’s
a history lesson, a red carpet ex-
travaganza, extraordinary live
performances, and a night of
pride - Jersey pride.
“We may be one of the small-
er states, but we have always
carried our weight,” said New
Jersey First Lady Tammy Mur-
phy. “Our output of influenc-
ers and history makers is more
prolific than states many times
our size. Their lives and careers
have given vibrant color to the
great tapestry of New Jersey. A
famous bridge near the state-
house reads: ‘Trenton makes, the
world takes’ but literally that can
be said New Jersey makes to-
night’s honorees and the world
has benefited from their talents.”
Her husband, Governor Phil
Murphy added, “Since our very
founding, New Jersey has been
the crossroads of America,
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where some of the most cele-
brated names in the arts learned
the power of the written word or
found their voice; where lead-
ers in business built their for-
tunes and built our state; where
dreams of athletic glory grew
from backyard games and races;
and where leaders in public ser-
vice know it isn’t about what you
get, but is about what you give
back. The New Jersey Hall of
Fame is where stories of these
lives are told and retold. The
Hall of Fame is here to inspire fu-
ture generations of New Jersians
to strive for their own glory.”
In the pages that follow, we’ll
take you inside the inductee
speeches, the performances on
stage, and a look at the red car-
pet. We were fortunate to have
several photographers on hand
and have plenty of slideshows
showcasing the event. After ex-
periencing the New Jersey Hall
of Fame induction ceremony for
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