16th July, 2022
Julia Roberts will be honoured in October by the Academy Museum of Motion Pictures at its second annual gala, the organisation said Friday.
The Oscar-winner, now 54, will be presented with the Icon Award in recognition of the significant global cultural impact of her career.
“Over the course of her expansive and renowned career, Julia has embodied iconic characters and memorable roles,” said Jacqueline Stewart, the new Director and President of the Academy Museum, in a statement.
“We are thrilled to be honouring her continued excellence in the industry and contribution to the arts.”
Roberts won an Oscar in 2000 for her leading role in “Erin Brockovich.”
Julia made made her acting debut in the 1987 direct-to-video feature Firehouse.
She had her breakthrough the following year by starring in the coming-of-age film Mystic Pizza (1988).
For her supporting role in the comedy-drama Steel Magnolias (1989), she won the Golden Globe Award for Best Supporting Actress.
Roberts’ next role was opposite Richard Gere in the highly successful romantic comedy Pretty Woman (1990), for which she won the Golden Globe Award for Best Actress (Musical or Comedy).
Director Steve McQueen, actor Tilda Swinton and “Parasite” producer Miky Lee are also receiving awards at the gala on Oct. 15 in Los Angeles.
The gala serves as a fundraiser for the museum’s programming and educational initiatives. Last year’s inaugural event raised over $11 million.
The museum also unveiled a starry Gala Host Committee which includes Leonardo DiCaprio, Robert Duvall, Regina Hall, Gwyneth Paltrow, Ariana DeBose and many more.