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movies7 months ago

Tom Cruise, Dolly Parton, Debbie Allen, and Wynn Thomas to Receive Honorary Oscars at 2025 Governors Awards

The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences announced that Tom Cruise, Debbie Allen, Wynn Thomas, and Dolly Parton will be honored at the Governors Awards on November 16, 2024, with Honorary Oscars and the Jean Hersholt Humanitarian Award, recognizing their significant contributions to film and humanitarian efforts.

entertainment1 year ago

Rashida Jones Honors Quincy at Star-Studded Governors Awards

At the 2024 Governors Awards, Rashida Jones emotionally accepted an honorary Oscar on behalf of her late father, Quincy Jones, who passed away two weeks prior. The ceremony, which serves as both a celebration and a networking event for Oscar contenders, also honored Richard Curtis for his charitable work, casting director Juliet Taylor for her extensive career, and James Bond producers Barbara Broccoli and Michael J. Wilson with the Irving G. Thalberg Memorial Award. The event featured performances and speeches from notable figures like Jennifer Hudson and Hugh Grant.

entertainment2 years ago

"2024 Governors Awards Red Carpet: Celebrity Fashion Highlights"

The annual Governors Awards ceremony, a non-televised event held by the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences to honor recipients of honorary Oscars, took place last night, with this year's honorees including Angela Bassett, Mel Brooks, film editor Carol Littleton, and Sundance Institute’s Michelle Satter. The separate event allows the winners to be recognized without time constraints, ensuring each honoree is given their due without compromise.

entertainment2 years ago

"Angela Bassett and Mel Brooks Honored with Oscars at Governors Awards"

Angela Bassett, Mel Brooks, and film editor Carol Littleton were awarded honorary Oscars at the 14th annual Governors awards, with Bassett becoming the second Black female actor to receive the honor. The event also recognized Michelle Satter with the Jean Hersholt humanitarian award. The ceremony, hosted by John Mulaney, brought together A-listers and Oscar hopefuls, celebrating the careers of beloved Hollywood icons and correcting past oversights. Bassett, in her acceptance speech, urged fellow Black actresses to remember their worth and the trailblazers who came before them.

entertainment2 years ago

"Mel Brooks and Angela Bassett Receive Honorary Oscars at Governors Awards"

Angela Bassett, Mel Brooks, and Carol Littleton were honored with honorary Oscars at the 14th Governors Awards, with Michelle Satter receiving the Jean Hersholt Humanitarian Award. The star-studded event featured Hollywood contenders and emotional moments, including Mel Brooks promising not to sell his Oscar and Angela Bassett delivering an inspirational speech. Carol Littleton thanked her late husband, cinematographer John Bailey, and Michelle Satter dedicated her award to her murdered son.

entertainment2 years ago

"Stunning Red Carpet Fashion at Governors Awards 2024"

The 14th Annual Governors Awards in LA honored Angela Bassett, Mel Brooks, Carol Littleton, and Michelle Satter, with many Hollywood stars attending the gala, including Margot Robbie, Natalie Portman, Barry Keoghan, Taraji P. Henson, and Gael García Bernal. Other celebrities present at the event included Leonardo DiCaprio, Robert Downey Jr., Florence Pugh, Tom Hanks, and Penelope Cruz.

entertainment2 years ago

"Star-Studded Governors Awards: Margot Robbie, Angela Bassett, and More!"

The 2024 Governors Awards saw a star-studded turnout with celebrities like Margot Robbie, Angela Bassett, Leonardo DiCaprio, and Zac Efron gracing the red carpet. Honorary Oscars were awarded to Angela Bassett, Mel Brooks, Michelle Satter, and Carol Littleton for their contributions to the film industry. The event was a glamorous affair, with attendees showcasing their stylish outfits from top designers.

movies2 years ago

Angela Bassett to Finally Receive Honorary Oscar

Angela Bassett, Mel Brooks, Carol Littleton, and Michelle Satter will receive honorary Oscars at this year's Governors Awards. Bassett, who recently received a Golden Globe nomination for her role in "Black Panther: Wakanda Forever," is recognized for her contributions to the film industry. Brooks, a renowned director and EGOT winner, previously won an Oscar for "The Producers." Littleton, an editor, and Satter, a Sundance Institute executive, will also be honored. The awards ceremony will take place on November 18th.

entertainment2 years ago

Angela Bassett and Mel Brooks to Receive Honorary Oscars

The Academy has announced the recipients of its annual honorary Oscars, including Angela Bassett, Mel Brooks, Carol Littleton, and Michelle Satter. Bassett, who has long been touted as one of Hollywood's greatest unsung actresses when it comes to the Oscars, will finally receive her honorary Oscar. The winners will receive their prizes on November 18 at the Academy's Governors Awards in Los Angeles.

entertainment2 years ago

Angela Bassett and Mel Brooks among Honorary Oscar winners at 2023 Governors Awards.

Angela Bassett, Mel Brooks, Carol Littleton, and Michelle Satter will receive Honorary Oscars and the Jean Hersholt Humanitarian Award at the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences 14th annual Governors Awards in November. Bassett, Brooks, and Littleton have all previously won Oscars. Brooks, who turns 97 in June, becomes the second-oldest Honorary Oscar winner in history. The Honorary Award is given for lifetime achievement, while the Jean Hersholt Humanitarian Award is given for humanitarian efforts in the film industry.