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Hudson Honored, Nears Second Oscar Win After 25 Years
14 Mar
Summary
- Kate Hudson received the Motion Picture Showperson of the Year Award.
- She is nominated for Best Actress at the 98th Academy Awards.
- This marks her first Oscar nomination in 25 years.
Kate Hudson was honored with the Motion Picture Showperson of the Year Award at the 63rd Annual ICG Publicists Awards held in Beverly Hills on Friday, March 12, 2026. The actress accepted the award, presented by Gwyneth Paltrow, expressing her appreciation for the film industry's magic and the role of publicity in connecting with audiences.
Hudson's recognition precedes the 98th Academy Awards on Sunday, March 14, 2026, where she is a contender for Best Actress for her role in the biographical musical drama 'Song Sung Blue.' This nomination signifies her return to the Oscars stage after a 25-year hiatus since her Best Supporting Actress nomination in 2001 for 'Almost Famous.'
Her performance in 'Song Sung Blue,' released in late 2025, is alongside Hugh Jackman. The film is based on the true story of a Neil Diamond tribute act. Hudson's family, including her mother Goldie Hawn and stepfather Kurt Russell, are expected to support her at the upcoming Academy Awards ceremony.
