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June 27 2023

Story By Joe Frank

Angela Bassett Set to Receive Long-Awaited Honorary Oscar.

Angela Bassett is set to receive an Oscar from the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences after a remarkable three-decade career.

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Bassett's performances in films such as "What's Love Got to Do with It," "Boyz in the Hood," and "Black Panther" have long gone overlooked by the Academy.

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The Academy's decision to honor Bassett comes as a long-awaited recognition of her acting abilities and the new standards she has set in the industry.

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Along with Bassett, comedic veteran Mel Brooks and distinguished editor Carol Littleton received honorary statuettes.

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Michelle Satter from the Sundance Institute who will be awarded the Jean Hersholt Humanitarian Award.

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The Academy's expressed their excitement in honoring these four trailblazers who have made lasting impacts on the film industry.

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Bassett's performance in "Black Panther" earned her a second Oscar nomination this year for her immense talent and versatility as an actor.

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Mel Brooks known for his heartwarming humor has left an indelible mark on the entertainment world.

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Carol Littleton's successful career in film editing serves as a model for aspiring editors and highlights her significant contributions to the craft.

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Angela Bassett will get her long-awaited Oscar at the November awards ceremony, which promises to be a historic moment in Hollywood.

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