Bassett’s nuanced portrayals of cultural icons like Rosa Parks and her emotionally charged role in the Marvel saga served as proof of her acting prowess.
Angela Bassett Oscar : A Well-deserved Honor
The Academy’s Board of Governors expressed their exhilaration at the opportunity to honor Angela Bassett, an actress who has redefined the landscape of Hollywood and inspired countless generations of filmmakers and movie fans.
Academy President Janet Yang stated, “Across her decades-long career, Angela Bassett has continued to deliver transcendent performances that set new standards in acting.”
Recognition Alongside Industry Titans
Angela Bassett will share this prestigious recognition with comedy legend Mel Brooks, known for his Oscar-winning screenplay for 1968’s “The Producers,” and Carol Littleton, the visionary editor behind Steven Spielberg’s classic, E.T. Alongside these film industry stalwarts, Michelle Satter, Sundance Institute’s founding director, will receive this year’s Jean Hersholt Humanitarian Award.
A Night to Remember
These honorary winners will take the stage at the Academy’s Governors Awards in Los Angeles on Saturday, Nov. 18, ahead of the 2024 Oscars ceremony next March on ABC. A constellation of stars will be in attendance to witness this monumental moment in Angela Bassett’s career.
