WASHINGTON: Oscar-winning actress Julia Roberts is slated to be honored with an honorary Cesar Award at the esteemed 50th Cesar Awards ceremony in Paris, scheduled for February 28, 2025, at the renowned Olympia Hall, with live coverage on Canal+, according to The Hollywood Reporter.
In a statement acquired by The Hollywood Reporter, the French film academy, which presents the Cesars, commended Roberts, stating, “Julia Roberts is not only a movie star but also a cultural icon whose influence extends far beyond her performances.” The academy also emphasized her philanthropic contributions, highlighting her role as a UNICEF ambassador and her active involvement in global humanitarian initiatives. Furthermore, Roberts has been a strong advocate for environmental causes, lending her voice to documentaries aimed at protecting the planet and championing women’s rights.
Roberts first gained attention in Hollywood with her role in ‘Mystic Pizza’ in 1988, but it was her portrayal of Vivian Ward in the 1990 classic ‘Pretty Woman’ that propelled her to international stardom. Throughout her illustrious career, she has appeared in numerous successful films, including ‘The Pelican Brief’, ‘My Best Friend’s Wedding’, ‘Closer’, ‘Notting Hill’, and ‘Eat Pray Love’.
Her range is evident in her performances across various genres, from the action-comedy ‘Ocean’s Eleven’ series to the touching family drama ‘Ben Is Back’. With four Academy Award nominations, she won the Oscar for Best Actress in 2001 for her role in ‘Erin Brockovich’.
In recent years, Roberts has also ventured into television, gaining acclaim for her roles in Amazon Prime’s anthology series ‘Homecoming’ and the Emmy-nominated limited series ‘Gaslit’, where she played Watergate whistleblower Martha Mitchell.
Looking ahead, Roberts will star in Luca Guadagnino’s forthcoming thriller ‘After the Hunt’. With this latest accolade, Julia Roberts joins a prestigious group of previous Cesar recipients, including her ‘Ocean’s Eleven’ co-star George Clooney, as well as notable figures like Penelope Cruz, Robert Redford, Cate Blanchett, and Scarlett Johansson.
