Actress Glenn Close and filmmaker Ridley Scott will receive Honorary Oscars at this year’s Governors Awards, the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences has announced.

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Glenn Close, Ridley Scott, Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences, Floyd Norman, Christine Vachon, Pamela Koffler

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Thu, 11 Jun 2026 05:27:26 GMT · 2h 45m ago

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The Academy stated that the recipients are "five remarkable individuals whose groundbreaking work has forever shaped the art of film-making", with Honorary Oscars awarded for lifetime achievement or exceptional contributions to motion picture arts and sciences.

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The recognition of Glenn Close and Ridley Scott with Honorary Oscars highlights their significant and lasting contributions to global cinema and culture, celebrated alongside other industry veterans.

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