The choreographer and actress Debbie Allen, and the production designer Wynn Thomas will receive as well as the musical icon and philanthont Dolly Parton will also be recognized.
The actor and producer Tom Cruisethe choreographer and actress Debbie Allenand the production designer Wynn Thomas They will receive honorary awards. The musical and philanthontrap icon Dolly Parton He will be recognized with the Jean Hersholt Humanitarian Award. The four Oscar statuettes will be delivered in the 16th edition of the Governors’ Awards, which will be held on November 16 at the Ray Dolby Ballroom of Ovation Hollywood.
“This year’s awards will recognize four legendary figures whose extraordinary careers and commitment to our film community continue to leave an indelible mark,” said Janet Yang, president of the Academy.
“It is an honor for the Board of Governors of the Academy to recognize these brilliant artists. Debbie Allen is a choreographer and pioneer actress, whose work has captivated generations and transcended genres. Tom Cruise’s incredible commitment to our film communitywith the theatrical experience and with the community of specialists it has inspired us all. The dear artist Dolly Parton exemplifies the spirit of the Jean Hersholt Humanitarian Award with her unwavering dedication to beneficial works. And the production designer Wynn Thomas has given life to some of the most enduring films thanks to his vision and mastery in art. ”
The Honorary Prize is awarded “to honor the extraordinary distinction in the trajectory, exceptional contributions to the state of film arts and sciences or the prominent service to the Academy.”
Tom Cruise’s extensive trajectory
Cruise, one of the most profitable stars in Hollywood’s story, has long been a firm defender of the exhibition in movie theaters. Played a key role to reactivate the box office impulse during the Covid-19 pandemic with Top Gun: Maverickthat earned him a nomination for best film as a producer. Known for making his own risk scenes, Cruise has received three Oscar nominations as an actor for Born on July 4, Jerry Maguire and Magnolia. Your credits also include Risky Business, Some good men, Interview with El Vampiro, Eyes Wide Shut, Vanilla Sky and the long franchise Mission: Impossible.
At the Governor Awards ceremony last year, honors were given to Quincy Jones (posthumously), the first black producer nominated for best film; The legendary casting director Juliet Taylor; The screenwriter and director Richard Curtis; And the veterans of James Bond, Michael G. Wilson and Barbara Broccoli.
Source: Ambito
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