Angela Bassett is finally receiving the recognition she deserves with an Oscar, while comedy legend Mel Brooks adds another golden statue to his collection.
Bassett, aged 64, known for her role in “Black Panther,” and 96-year-old Brooks, who has made audiences laugh with movies like “Blazing Saddles” and “Young Frankenstein,” will be honored with honorary Oscars by the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences.
Also receiving honorary Oscars are film editor Carol Littleton, known for her work on “E.T. The Extra-Terrestrial,” and Michelle Satter from the Sundance Institute, who will be presented with the Jean Hersholt Humanitarian Award. The awards will be handed out at the Governors Awards event on November 18.
“The Academy’s Board of Governors is excited to recognize these four trailblazers who have made a tremendous impact on the film industry and have inspired generations of filmmakers and movie fans,” said Academy President Janet Yang.
This is not the first time Bassett has been nominated for an Oscar. She was previously nominated for Best Supporting Actress for her role in “Black Panther: Wakanda Forever” and Best Actress for her remarkable portrayal of Tina Turner in the 1993 biopic “What’s Love Got to Do with It.”
Reflecting on her recent nomination, Bassett shared her advice to her younger self, encouraging patience and perseverance in the pursuit of an Oscar. She emphasized the importance of doing good work and maintaining perspective throughout the journey.
Brooks, a versatile producer, writer, and actor, kickstarted his career writing comedy routines for Sid Caesar’s television shows. His first film, “The Producers” (1967), brought him an Oscar for Best Screenplay. A pioneer in the industry, Brooks is one of the rare EGOT-winners, having received an Emmy, Grammy, Oscar, and Tony Award. He also received two additional Oscar nominations for his work on “Blazing Saddles” and “Young Frankenstein.”
“Mel Brooks brightens our hearts with his humor, and his legacy has left an indelible mark on every aspect of entertainment,” Yang stated, celebrating his achievements.
Although not as well-known as the other honorees, Carol Littleton has made significant contributions to the film industry as a film editor. For nearly five decades, she has worked with top filmmakers and collaborated on projects such as “Body Heat,” “The Big Chill,” “Swimming to Cambodia,” and “The Manchurian Candidate.” Littleton earned her sole Oscar nomination for her editing work on Steven Spielberg’s “E.T. The Extra-Terrestrial.” She is married to acclaimed cinematographer and former Academy president John Bailey.
Contributing: Associated Press
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