Gallery: The best actress of her generation! Meryl Streep’s career-defining film roles (BANG Showbiz)Elaine May has been awarded an honorary Oscar, too, having previously received nominations for Best Adapted Screenplay for 'Heaven Can Wait' and 'Primary Colors'.
In addition, Danny Glover will receive the Jean Hersholt Humanitarian Award, having served as a goodwill ambassador for Unicef.
Academy President David Rubin said: "Danny Glover´s decades-long advocacy for justice and human rights reflects his dedication to recognising our shared humanity on and off the screen. " Organisers have confirmed that the Governors Awards will take place on January 15.
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