Julia Roberts

According to the news, the 22nd Annual American Cinematheque Award went to Julia Roberts recently, being honored for for her contribution to the film industry. The American Cinematheque was extremely pleased to honor Julia Roberts - who also won the actress an Oscar and a Golden Globe - at this year’s celebration. Julia’s Pelican Brief co-star Denzel Washington presented her the award while chairman Rick Nicita reportedly gave the Hollywood actress one of the glorifying introduction. Movie celebrities like Tom Hanks, Natalie Portman and Sally Field were present at the award ceremony in Beverly Hills.

Last year, Julia presented the American Cinematheque award to pal George Clooney. Previous Cinematheque Award recipients include Steven Spielberg, Nicole Kidman, Sean Connery, and Al Pacino.

I think I came along at a kinder time in the business. It wasn’t about fashion, and there weren’t so many media outlets, it was just kind of different. You could really cultivate your work a little more gently.
- said Hollywood actress Julia Roberts -