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Tom Cruise, Dolly Parton, Debbie Allen and Wynn Thomas to Be Presented Honorary Oscars
Tom Cruise, Dolly Parton, Debbie Allen, and Wynn Thomas will receive honorary Oscars
“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,” said Janet Yang, Academy President. The Honorary Award is given “to honor extraordinary distinction in lifetime achievement, exceptional contributions to the state of motion picture arts and sciences, or outstanding service to the Academy.” With over 100 million records sold and 49 studio albums, Parton has also starred in classics such as “Nine to Five” and “Steel Magnolias.” She is a two-time Oscar nominee for best original song — for “Nine to Five” and “Travelin’ Thru” from “Transamerica.” Her Dollywood Foundation, founded in 1988, champions education in her native East Tennessee.
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