A career spanning decades, Tom Cruise did not get an Academy Award despite being nominated four times.
But now that is about to change. The Mission Impossible star is set to get an honorary Oscar at the 2025 Governors Awards.
According to the press release, “One of the most recognized and highest-grossing actors of all time, Cruise has been a committed advocate of the theatrical experience, and he helped to usher the industry through a challenging time during the COVID-19 pandemic.”
Along with him, Debbie Allen and Wynn Thomas will also get the same tribute while Dolly Parton will receive the Jean Hersholt Humanitarian Award.
“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,” the Academy President Janet Yang said.
She continued, “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 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,” the president added.
“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 2025 Governors Awards will take place this November.
