Tom Cruise Awarded Honorary Oscar

In a moving acceptance speech, Tom Cruise explained that as a boy, he did everything he could to get movie tickets. Filmmaking is more than just his profession - "it's who I am," the actor stated. Cinema has allowed him to travel the world and taught him to appreciate and respect differences. In the cinema, people laugh, experience, hope, and dream together - "that's the power of this art."

Many Celebrities at the Honorary Oscar Award Ceremony for Tom Cruise

The 63-year-old became famous through blockbusters like "Mission: Impossible" or "Top Gun." The actor often performs dangerous stunts himself. Cruise was nominated for an Oscar for his roles in the films "Born on the Fourth of July," "Jerry Maguire," and "Magnolia," as well as a producer for "Top Gun: Maverick," but never won the trophy in competition.

Numerous celebrities attended the ceremony, including Jennifer Lopez, Ariana Grande, Sydney Sweeney, Jennifer Lawrence, Emma Stone, Leonardo DiCaprio, Hugh Jackman, and Colin Farrell. Among the guests were also Oscar-winning director Edward Berger ("All Quiet on the Western Front," "Conclave") and Düsseldorf composer and Oscar winner Volker Bertelmann.

Debbie Allen (75), who became known as dance teacher Lydia Grant in "Fame," worked as a choreographer on numerous films. Longtime production designer Wynn Thomas worked behind the scenes on films like "Do the Right Thing," "Malcolm X," and "A Beautiful Mind."

Dolly Parton Sent Video Message

Country icon Dolly Parton (79), who recently canceled planned concerts due to health issues, did not travel to Hollywood. The "Jolene" singer, who has been nominated twice for an Oscar with her songs, expressed her gratitude for the award in a video message. She grew up in a family with twelve children and learned early on to share things. The Grammy winner is particularly committed to the education of children and young people through her Dollywood Foundation. The special award, named after the Danish-American actor and philanthropist Jean Hersholt (1886 - 1956), is only given at irregular intervals.

Special Contribution to Film and Society Sought

The Governors Awards gala took place for the 16th time. There is no competition for these trophies; instead, the board of the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences selects individuals who have made a special contribution to film and society. Last year, among others, music mogul Quincy Jones (1933-2024), legendary casting director Juliet Taylor, and longtime Bond producers Barbara Broccoli and Michael G. Wilson were honored with special awards.

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