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Long Overdue Oscar for Glenn Close Announced
10 Jun
Summary
- Glenn Close will receive an honorary Oscar at the 2027 awards.
- Animator Floyd Norman and director Ridley Scott are also honored.
- Killer Films producers receive the Thalberg Memorial Award.
The Academy has announced its slate of honorary Oscar recipients for the upcoming 2027 awards. Among the honorees is veteran actress Glenn Close, whose extensive career has long been admired. Close, known for her diverse roles, will finally receive an honorary award, much to the delight of her fans.
Joining Close in this recognition are animator Floyd Norman, a long-time Disney collaborator, and acclaimed director Ridley Scott. Additionally, Killer Films producers Christine Vachon and Pamela Koffler will be presented with the prestigious Irving G. Thalberg Memorial Award for their significant contributions to cinema, including films like 'First Reformed' and 'May December.'
The honorees are scheduled to receive their Oscars at the Governors Awards ceremony on November 15. This date offers potentially good timing for Close, who has a role in the upcoming film 'The Black Ball,' which is considered an Oscar contender.
