Samuel L Jackson to be awarded first Oscar as he’s honoured alongside Danny Glover
metro.co.ukGovernors Awards in January.Academy president David Rubin said of the stars: ‘Sam Jackson is a cultural icon whose dynamic work has resonated across genres and generations and audiences worldwide, while Elaine May’s bold, uncompromising approach to filmmaking, as a writer, director and actress, reverberates as loudly as ever with movie lovers.‘Liv Ullmann’s bravery and emotional transparency has gifted audiences with deeply affecting screen portrayals, and Danny Glover’s decades-long advocacy for justice and human rights reflects his dedication to recognising our shared humanity on and off the screen.’The award is given ‘to honor extraordinary distinction in lifetime achievement, exceptional contributions to the state of motion picture arts.
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