25 LC 129 0377 House Resolution 804 By: Representative Jackson of the 128 th A RESOLUTION Recognizing and commending Cookie Wright; and for other purposes. 1 WHEREAS, Cookie Wright is an award-winning radio personality, pioneering broadcaster,2 and dedicated community advocate; and3 WHEREAS, she is a trailblazer in the radio and music industry, known for her distinctive4 voice and dynamic presence; and5 WHEREAS, her remarkable career highlights include co-hosting the “Saturday Night6 Throwback Party Show” on KISS 104.1 FM alongside Georgia Radio Hall of Famer Mitch7 Faulkner and launching the groundbreaking “Soul Blues Live” on Classix 102.9 FM; and8 WHEREAS, in 2019, she took a bold step by founding her own internet radio station,9 broadcasting from Atlanta and London to over 50 countries; the station offers 24/710 programming and has become a global hub for Soul Blues, Old School, R&B, and more; and11 WHEREAS, known as the “Maven of Soul Blues,” Cookie has broken new music for12 countless artists, including Tucka, King George, and Karen Wolfe; and13 H. R. 804 - 1 - 25 LC 129 0377 WHEREAS, she has received numerous accolades, including ATL’s Hottest Female DJ, 14 Media Radio Personality of the Year, Best Online Network, and induction into the National15 Black Radio Hall of Fame; and16 WHEREAS, Cookie's achievements extend far beyond her professional career, as evidenced17 dramatically by her air-time profits donations, implementation of food programs for18 neighborhoods in need, and her dedication to advocating for pressing social issues; and 19 WHEREAS, Cookie Wright has not only amplified Atlanta’s presence in the global music20 scene but has also become a beacon of inspiration for aspiring artists and broadcasters; and 21 WHEREAS, it is abundantly fitting and proper that the outstanding accomplishments of this22 remarkable and distinguished Georgian be appropriately recognized.23 NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES that24 the members of this body recognize and commend Cookie Wright for her extraordinary25 contributions to Atlanta’s cultural, musical, and social landscape and extend sincere best26 wishes for her continued health and happiness.27 BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Clerk of the House of Representatives is authorized28 and directed to make an appropriate copy of this resolution available for distribution to29 Cookie Wright.30 H. R. 804 - 2 -