BFI will honor filmmaker Guillermo del Toro with its highest accolade, a BFI Fellowship, recognizing his “extraordinary contribution to film and the distinctive artistry that runs through his work across animation and live action, and as a Mexican filmmaker, in both Spanish and English.”
First lady Melania Trump has officially launched a new production company, Muse Films, announcing the venture just ahead of the upcoming release of her documentary.
Jimmy Cliff, the Jamaican reggae icon, singer, songwriter, and actor, has died at the age of 81.
Udo Kier, the German actor celebrated for his bold, unconventional screen presence and long career in both avant-garde and mainstream cinema, has died at the age of 81. His partner, Delbert McBride, confirmed his death on November 23, 2025, in Palm Springs, California.
George Clooney will receive the Film at Lincoln Center’s 51st Chaplin Award at a gala evening on April 27, 2026. He is currently seen in Netflix’s Jay Kelly, which premiered at the 63rd New York Film Festival.
The American Film Institute has named Eddie Murphy the recipient of the 51st AFI Life Achievement Award, considered America’s highest honor for a career in film.
Director Scott Cooper, along with actors Benicio Del Toro, Kristen Stewart, and Wunmi Mosaku will be honored at the 2025 SSFILM Awards Night.
Actor Dwayne Johnson will be honored at the 8th American Black Film Festival (ABFF) Honors with the Entertainment Icon Award.
Debbie Allen, Tom Cruise and Wynn Thomas were presented with honorary Oscars at the 16th Governors Awards held last night in Hollywood. Dolly Parton (who was not in attendance) was presented with the Jean Hersholt Humanitarian Award.
Actress Michelle Yeoh will be honored at the 2026 Berlin International Film Festival with the Honorary Golden Bear, “in recognition of her outstanding achievements in film and cinema.”
Golden Globe winner Sarah Jessica Parker has been named the 2026 recipient of the Golden Globes’ Carol Burnett Award, recognizing “her outstanding contributions to the television industry both in front of and behind the camera.”
