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Yahoo
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Oscar glory at last: Tom Cruise and Dolly Parton are finally getting Academy Awards
He's one of the most bankable stars in Hollywood history, considered one of the last great Movie Stars and has defied death for more than three decades in the Mission: Impossible franchise... And yet, Tom Cruise has yet to win an Oscar – despite four nominations. Now, that Golden Baldie dearth is about to be rectified as the 62-year-old actor will finally receive an Academy Award this year. The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences announced that Cruise will get an Honorary Oscar in November to celebrate his entire career, praising Cruise for his dedication to his craft, including performing all his own stunts, and helping the film industry recover following the COVID-19 period. Indeed, Cruise – who can currently be seen in Mission: Impossible – The Final Reckoning - famously played a large part in kick-starting the box office during the pandemic when Top Gun: Maverick opened in late spring 2022. The sequel to the 1986 adventure went on to gross $1.5bn worldwide. Cruise previously earned lead actor Oscar nominations for Born On The Fourth Of July and Jerry Maguire, a supporting actor nod for Magnolia, and a best picture nomination as a producer on Top Gun: Maverick. The leading man is one of four honourees, alongside choreographer and actress Debbie Allen (Fame, Ragtime, Jo Jo Dancer, Your Life Is Calling), pioneering Black production designer Wynn Thomas (Do The Right Thing, Malcolm X, A Beautiful Mind), and country singer - and complete legend - Dolly Parton. 'This year's Governors Awards will celebrate four legendary individuals whose extraordinary careers and commitment to our filmmaking community continue to leave a lasting impact,' said Janet Yang, Academy President. 'The Academy's Board of Governors is honored to recognize these brilliant artists. Debbie Allen is a trailblazing choreographer and actor, whose work has captivated generations and crossed genres. Tom Cruise's incredible commitment to our filmmaking community, to the theatrical experience, and to the stunts community has inspired us all. Beloved performer Dolly Parton exemplifies the spirit of the Jean Hersholt Humanitarian Award through her unwavering dedication to charitable efforts. And production designer Wynn Thomas has brought some of the most enduring films to life through a visionary eye and mastery of his craft.' The Jean Hersholt Humanitarian Award is also an Oscar statuette and is presented to Hollywood figures renowned for 'promoting human welfare and contributing to rectifying inequities'. Parton's charitable and philanthropic work include the Dollywood Foundation, founded in 1988. The institution champions the education of children in her home state of Tennessee. As for her literacy initiative, Dolly Parton's Imagination Library, it has distributed more than 285 million books globally since 1995. Besides her music career, Parton has starred in films like 9 to 5 and Steel Magnolias, and earned two original song Oscar nominations for '9 to 5', and 'Travelin' Thru from Transamerica' from the film Transamerica. The four honorees will be presented with their Honorary Oscars at the Governors Awards ceremony on 16 November.
The South African
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- The South African
Tom Cruise to receive prestigious Honorary Oscar
Tom Cruise has done it all. He's raced fighter jets, dangled from skyscrapers, and sprinted through explosions. Now, after decades of blockbuster hits, the Hollywood legend will finally take home an Oscar. The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences will honour Cruise with an Honorary Oscar at the 2025 Governors Awards. The event will take place at the Ray Dolby Ballroom in Los Angeles on 16 November. For South African fans, this is big news, as Cruise has long been a favourite, lighting up screens. His films, especially the Mission: Impossible series, have packed cinemas across South Africa. Tom Cruise's journey to Oscar glory has been a long one, as despite four nominations, he had never clinched the golden statuette, according to NDTV. The Academy now recognises his 'extraordinary distinction in lifetime achievement, exceptional contributions to the state of motion picture arts and sciences, or outstanding service to the Academy'. 'This year's Governors Awards will celebrate four legendary individuals. Their extraordinary careers and commitment to our filmmaking community continue to leave a lasting impact,' said Academy President Janet Yang. She added, 'Tom Cruise's incredible commitment to our filmmaking community, to the theatrical experience, and the stunts community has inspired us all'. Tom Cruise, now 62, is known for his fearless approach to filmmaking, as he's recognised for performing his stunts, pushing the limits of what's possible. The Academy praised his role in keeping cinemas alive during the COVID-19 pandemic, when he championed the return to theatres. 'One of the most recognised and highest-grossing actors of all time, Cruise has been a committed advocate of the theatrical experience,' the Academy stated. His film credits read like a greatest hits of modern cinema: Risky Business , Top Gun , A Few Good Men , Jerry Maguire , Magnolia , and, of course, the Mission: Impossible franchise. Each film has left its mark on audiences worldwide, including right here in South Africa. Tom Cruise's Oscar will sit alongside honours for Debbie Allen, Wynn Thomas, and Dolly Parton, who will receive the Jean Hersholt Humanitarian Award for their charitable work. In Cruise's own words, 'I make movies for the big screen. The experience is everything.' Now, the Academy agrees. Let us know by leaving a comment below, or send a WhatsApp to 060 011 021 1. Subscribe to The South African website's newsletters and follow us on WhatsApp, Facebook, X and Bluesky for the latest new
Hypebeast
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- Hypebeast
Tom Cruise To Receive Honorary Oscars
Summary The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences has announced its esteemed recipients for the 16th annual Governors Awards, a night dedicated to recognizing extraordinary contributions to film. Among the luminaries set to receive honorary Oscar statuettes are global superstarTom Cruise, trailblazing choreographer and actress Debbie Allen, and visionary production designer Wynn Thomas. Additionally, country music legend Dolly Parton will be honored with the Jean Hersholt Humanitarian Award. The awards will be presented at an untelevised ceremony on November 16, 2025, at the Ray Dolby Ballroom in Los Angeles. For Tom Cruise, this marks his first Academy Award, coming 35 years after his initial Oscar nomination. Though he has been nominated four times for his acting and producing work (includingBorn on the Fourth of July,Jerry Maguire,Magnolia, andTop Gun: Maverick), a competitive Oscar has eluded President Janet Yang praised Cruise's 'incredible commitment to our filmmaking community, to the theatrical experience, and to the stunts community,' highlighting his unwavering dedication to big-screen spectacle and his role in championing theatrical releases. In addition, Tom Cruise is joined by Debbie Allen, a multi-hyphenate talent who will be celebrated for her vast impact across dance, film, and television. The contributions of Wynn Thomas to the visual storytelling of cinema will also be honored.
Pink Villa
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- Pink Villa
Why Are Tom Cruise, Dolly Parton and More Receiving Honorary Oscars? Learn About Their Win at 2025 Governors Awards
Tom Cruise, Dolly Parton, Debbie Allen and Wynn Thomas will each receive honorary Oscars at the 16th annual Governors Awards. The ceremony will take place on November 16, 2025, at the Ray Dolby Ballroom at Ovation Hollywood. The awards are given by the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences to recognize lifetime achievements and contributions to the film industry. Cruise, Allen, and Thomas will receive the Honorary Award, while Parton will be presented with the Jean Hersholt Humanitarian Award as per Variety. Why are these four stars being honored? 'These brilliant artists have made a lasting impact on the film industry,' said Academy President Janet Yang. 'This year's Governors Awards will celebrate four legendary individuals whose extraordinary careers and commitment to our filmmaking community continue to leave a lasting impact.' Tom Cruise is being honored for his work both in front of and behind the camera. The Academy praised his 'incredible commitment to our filmmaking community, to the theatrical experience, and to the stunt community.' Cruise has three acting Oscar nominations for Born on the Fourth of July, Jerry Maguire, and Magnolia, and helped revive the box office during the COVID-19 pandemic with Top Gun: Maverick. He is also known for hits like Mission: Impossible, Risky Business, and A Few Good Men. Debbie Allen is being recognized as a trailblazing choreographer and actor who has worked across genres and generations. She choreographed the Oscars seven times and has acted in films like Fame and Ragtime. Her credits also include A Jazzman's Blues, Forget Paris, Jo Jo Dancer, Your Life Is Calling, and producing work on Amistad and A Star for Rose. Here's why Dolly Parton is receiving a Humanitarian Oscar Dolly Parton is set to receive the Jean Hersholt Humanitarian Award in recognition of her decades-long commitment to charitable work. The Academy stated that she exemplifies the values of the award through her consistent dedication to philanthropy. Her Dollywood Foundation focuses on supporting education in East Tennessee, while her Imagination Library has distributed more than 285 million books worldwide since its launch in 1995. In addition to her humanitarian efforts, Parton is a two-time Oscar nominee for Best Original Song. Wynn Thomas will receive an Honorary Oscar for his visionary work as a production designer. He began his film career with Spike Lee's She's Gotta Have It and went on to work on classics like Do the Right Thing, Malcolm X, A Beautiful Mind, and Hidden Figures. The Academy recognized his visionary eye and mastery of his craft. The Honorary Award is given to individuals who have shown exceptional achievement over a lifetime, made significant contributions to the motion picture arts and sciences, or provided outstanding service to the Academy. The Jean Hersholt Humanitarian Award recognizes those in the film industry whose humanitarian efforts have positively impacted society and brought credit to the industry. The 16th Governors Awards are being held in partnership with Rolex, the official watch sponsor of the Academy. Previous honorees included Quincy Jones (posthumously), casting director Juliet Taylor, filmmaker Richard Curtis, and James Bond producers Michael G. Wilson and Barbara Broccoli.
Express Tribune
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- Express Tribune
Tom Cruise, Dolly Parton and more to receive honorary Oscars at Governors Awards 2025
The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences has announced that Tom Cruise, Debbie Allen and production designer Wynn Thomas will receive honorary Oscars at the 2025 Governors Awards while Dolly Parton will get the prestigious Jean Hersholt Humanitarian Award. The ceremony will be held on November 16 at the Ray Dolby Ballroom, marking the 16th annual Governors Awards event. Academy president Janet Yang praised the four recipients for their profound and lasting contributions to cinema and humanitarian causes. She commended Debbie Allen as a groundbreaking choreographer and actor whose work spans decades and genres. Tom Cruise was recognised for his dedication to filmmaking, theatrical experiences and the stunt community. Dolly Parton was celebrated for her charitable initiatives, while Wynn Thomas was lauded for his visionary production design in films such as She's Gotta Have It, Do the Right Thing, Malcolm X and Da 5 Bloods, alongside titles like A Beautiful Mind and Hidden Figures. The Honorary Oscars acknowledge extraordinary lifetime achievement in motion picture arts, while the Jean Hersholt Humanitarian Award honours contributions to human welfare. Although the Governors Awards are not televised, winners are typically acknowledged at the main Oscars ceremony, which will take place on March 16, 2026 at the Dolby Theatre.
