Nearly one year after opening its permanent home at American Dream, the New Jersey Hall of Fame (NJHOF) announced its 2025 class of Jersey legends.
The inductees will be honored at the 17th Annual New Jersey Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony taking place on November 21, 2025, at The Arena at American Dream, tentatively hosted by Danny DeVito.
“As we approach the first anniversary of our permanent home at American Dream, this incoming class reflects the very best of New Jersey’s talent, grit and influence,” said Jon F. Hanson, chairman of the New Jersey Hall of Fame. “These inductees have made an extraordinary impact in their respective fields and continue to inspire generations.”
The New Jersey Hall of Fame Class of 2025 is:
Arts & Letters
- Dana Bash, CNN chief political correspondent, anchor of “Inside Politics with Dana Bash” and Co-Anchor of “State of the Union with Jake Tapper and Dana Bash”
- Mary Alice Williams, Emmy Award-winning broadcast journalist, a founding anchor of CNN and former anchor for NJTV News
Enterprise
- Frank Bisignano, CEO and chairman of the board of Fiserv and the current commissioner of the Social Security Administration
- Chef David Burke, renowned restaurateur and culinary innovator
- Lawrence R. Inserra Jr., chairman & CEO of Inserra Supermarkets, Inc.
- Zygmunt “Zygi” Wilf, businessman, real estate developer, chairman and co-owner of the Minnesota Vikings
Performing Arts & Entertainment
- David Bryan, keyboardist for the rock band Bon Jovi and Tony Award-winning lyricist and composer
- The Isley Brothers, Grammy Award-winning music group
- Jonas Brothers, award-winning pop band
- Michael Uslan, originator and executive producer of the “Batman” movie franchise
Public Service
- John Keegan, chairman and CEO, Charles Edison Fund and Edison Innovation Foundation
- Sheila Y. Oliver (honored posthumously), New Jersey’s second lieutenant governor and the first woman of color elected to statewide office in the state’s history
- William E. Simon (honored posthumously), businessman, philanthropist and former United states secretary of the treasury
- David T. Wilentz (honored posthumously), former attorney general of New Jersey and founder of law firm Wilentz, Goldman, and Spitzer
Sports
- Martin Brodeur, former NHL goaltender and current team executive for the New Jersey Devils
- Hubie Brown, former basketball player, analyst and two-time NBA Coach of the Year
- Sydney McLaughlin-Levrone, Olympic gold medalist and world record holder in the 400-meter hurdles
The 17 inductees were chosen from 60 nominees after a public vote. The Hall of Fame reserves the right to announce other inductees later.
“This year’s class of inductees remind us of what it means to be Jersey strong and resilient,” said Steve Edwards, president of the New Jersey Hall of Fame. “They showcase the incredible range of talent that has come out of New Jersey, from global icons in entertainment to pioneers in sports, public service and enterprise. We’re proud to honor these heroes who inspire generations to be the best versions of themselves.”
The New Jersey Hall of Fame (NJHOF) honors citizens who have made invaluable contributions to society, the State of New Jersey and the world beyond. Since 2008, the NJHOF has hosted 16 ceremonies for more than 240 notable individuals and groups in recognition of their induction into the Hall of Fame.
