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Ann-Margret Honored with Rare USO Coin
30 Apr
Summary
- Ann-Margret received a rare USO Challenge Coin on her 85th birthday.
- The coin award is only the second ever given, previously awarded to Bob Hope.
- She has actively supported military service members through USO tours.
Ann-Margret celebrated her 85th birthday by receiving a commemorative USO Challenge Coin at the Academy of Motion Picture Arts & Sciences Library. This distinguished honor, representing trust and belonging, has only been bestowed once before, to Bob Hope in 1990. The USO itself will mark its 85th anniversary in 2026, having supported American military personnel and their families since World War II.
Throughout her career, Ann-Margret has been a steadfast supporter of the troops. She embarked on three USO tours, including two to Vietnam, where she performed for service members and even approached dangerous front lines. She fondly recalled these experiences, remembering fans who saw her in Vietnam and her earlier films.
Her connection with the USO dates back to her first Vietnam tour in 1966, followed by a significant tour with Bob Hope in 1968. Ann-Margret also reminisced about her earlier encounter with Bob Hope at the 1962 Academy Awards and her continued involvement with the USO, including a 2005 show. The event was attended by notable figures, including Linda Hope, USO CEO Michael Linnington, and Barbara Barrett.
