AFI Life Achievement Award (1973- )
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The AFI Life Achievement Award was established by the Board of Directors of the American Film Institute on February 26, 1973 to honor a single individual for his or her lifetime contribution to enriching American culture through motion pictures and television. The Recipient is selected and honored at a ceremony annually, with the award presented by a master of ceremonies and recently, the prior year's recipient, who usually gives a brief synopsis of the awarded individual and career background including highlights and achievements.
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Scheduleevery Thursday at 22:00 (60 min)
Recent Episodes
| Episode | Name | Airdate |
|---|---|---|
| 2025-06-18 | A Tribute to Francis Ford Coppola | juin 18, 2025 |
| 2024-06-17 | A Tribute to Nicole Kidman | juin 17, 2024 |
| 2022-06-09 | A Tribute to Julie Andrews | juin 9, 2022 |
| 2019-06-06 | A Tribute to Denzel Washington | juin 6, 2019 |
| 2018-06-21 | A Tribute to George Clooney | juin 21, 2018 |
Frequently Asked Questions Warning: Spoilers
When was the AFI Life Achievement Award premiered?
The AFI Life Achievement Award premiered on June 21, 1973.
Who was receiving the award in the year 1973?
John Ford was receiving the award in the year 1973.
Who is the youngest person to receive the award?
Steven Spielberg is the youngest person to receive the award at the age of 45.
How many honorees have been awarded for their achievements in television?
Thirty-five honorees have been awarded for their achievements in television.
Who was the first woman to receive the award?
Bette Davis was the first woman to receive the award.
Who was the only honoree to refuse to receive the award?
George C. Scott was the only honoree to refuse to receive the award.
What was the genre of the first honoree?
John Ford, the first honoree, was a film director.
How many times has Sidney Poitier been honored with the award?
Sidney Poitier has been honored with the award twice.
Who is the most recent honoree to have received the award?
Denzel Washington is the most recent honoree to have received the award in 2019.
Who is the only non-American honoree of the AFI Life Achievement Award?
Satyajit Ray, an Indian filmmaker, is the only non-American honoree of the AFI Life Achievement Award.
Has the award ever been given posthumously?
No, the award has never been given posthumously.
How many people have been awarded the AFI Life Achievement Award?
48 people have been awarded the AFI Life Achievement Award.
Who was the first honoree to receive the award in the 21st century?
Harrison Ford was the first honoree to receive the award in the 21st century.
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Also known as
- American Film Institute Salute to... (United States)
- AFI Life Achievement Award: A Tribute to... (United States)
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