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Cate Blanchett to Receive Freedom of the City of London Honor

The ancient tradition, a symbolic honor, is believed to have been in action since 1237.

Cate Blanchett will receive the Freedom of the City of London, an ancient tradition used to honor an individual’s contribution to the community. Blanchett is famed for her Oscar-winning roles in The Aviator and Blue Jasmine, as well as high-profile performances in The Lord of the Rings franchise and more recently, Black Bag. Both actors have also performed on the stage — at the iconic London venue the Barbican, Blanchett appeared in The Seagull from February to April this year, and Kiss Me, Kate with Dunbar is running from June to September this summer.

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